Breed Information: Great Dane
This is a great breed. We have a Great Dane mixed with English Mastiff. She is just shy of being 2 years old. She weighs 167 and stands about 38 at her front shoulders. Her name is Squirt. She is a big baby. Squirt surprisingly does not like children outside...
Shiloh (Golden Retriever)
Love that face! He could melt an iceberg with that look. Congrats on your wedding. I wish you both a long and happy life together.
Ms. Jewel (Calico)
She is gorgeous! Im very fond by calicos. I have been owned by 3. Patches started my addition. She gave birth to Sassy, who earned her name by hissing at me every time I got close. Both are now in Kitty Heaven. Monkey is my latest. When she was little she climbed...
Are Dog Bones Made for Teeth Cleaning Safe?
We have a Great Dane mix and a Pom. We give our dogs a variety of bones. They love them. Our Dane seems to have a more sensitive stomach. When something disagrees with her, we just make note and dont buy it again. Buy bones that relate to your dogs size. That...
Fun Food Knitting Patterns?
There is a site for free patterns. I think the address is http://www.freepatterns.com
Poll: What new feature would you most like to see on ThriftyFun?
I love this site. I think its great. I think a message board or something of that nature would be good.
Poll: Have you ever adopted a rescued pet?
My most recent is a cat that some awful person dropped at the campground we go to. She came onto our site extremely thin and had a hurt leg. I had to feed her. At first she would not let us touch her. She would smack or bite us. Now shes adopted us. She is...
Recipes that Use Syrup?
It makes a great ham glaze. Brush it on the ham and bake as usual. Sometimes Ill put pineapple rings with a cherry in the middle too. Yum!
Housebreaking a Cairn Terrier?
I have a pom., she was about 3 months old when I got her. We had lots of issues with potty training. What worked best with me was the verbal coaching, lots of affection and Cheerios. I would break them in half or in quarters. Even now when she comes in from...
What Are Your Favorite Links?
For those crafty people, check out craftbits.com. All the paterns are free. There are all types of patterns, no matter what your expertise is I think you will find something there.
Activity Blanket Ideas?
Jacqui, Im not sure what you are asking for. What is an activity blanket? Is it like a lap afghan?
Post a Profile on ThriftyFun?
Welcome Paula! This is a great site. So much useful info. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
Learning How To Use a Sewing Machine?
Also a novice! I went to a fabric store and bought a couple of books. The most useful one for me is by Singer. It covers step by step with lots of pictures.
Spending Time at the Hospital?
Bless your heart! Im so sorry to hear about your husband. I dont have any words of wisdom but wanted to express my concern. I know your husband will be in good hands but please dont neglect your needs. Hang tough and take care of you. My thoughts are with you...
Christmas Crafts for Kids?
How about making candy canes out of tri-beads and pipe cleaners. Alternate red or green beads with white or clear. Then shape into a cane. Add a string as a hanger. Pretty simple and inexpensive too!
Dogs and Tile Floors?
You can try Puppy Pads. They have them at Petsmart. They are treated with something that attracts dogs to use them. Try cleaning the flloor with something that will kill the scent of where they have been going. My dogs dont have food or water at night and do...
Too Much Laundry?
I dont know if this idea will help now or not. You might find it useful in the future. I bought a hamper that has 4 bins. I have whites in one bin, lights in another and so on. When a bin gets full, I wash that load. My husband likes it because I dont have...
Crocheted Cell Phone Carrier
Connie, I cant wait to try this! Im always looking for ways to use up my scrap yarn. I know a neat pattern for potholders/hot pads. Let me know if you are interested. Jayne
Rice Krispy Treat Kisses
What a great idea! My daughter is a valentine and this will be a special treat for her.
