Caring for an Aging Parent?
Let me start by saying that I am so sorry for your situation. It is so heartbreaking when our parents and other relatives are struggling in their later years. I definitely do not want to sound harsh or rude in anything I write (the written word doesnt translate...
Supporting a Grieving Daughter?
How thoughtful of you to want to remember your daughter and your grandchild. Sometimes gestures such as thinking of you cards or sharing in you grief cards with the single rose would mean more than you know. Maybe this is what she needs in order to share her...
Laminate Flooring and Pets?
We have two dogs (54 and 64 pounds) and scratches havent been a problem. Our older dog is now 16 and having old man hip problems. The laminate floor is a problem for him as he sometimes slips and slides on the laminate flooring. When he falls down he cant get...
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Centerpieces?
Please give us a little more info. What is purpose of the fundraiser? (Example: raising money for a cancer patient; raising money for a pet rescue; etc.) Knowing the purpose of the fundraiser might help the creative minds work toward the appropriate centerpiece...
Naya (Chocolate Lab)
What a beautiful girl. I am so happy that she has such a loving family to care for her. I wish I could pet her and love on her. Please give her a kiss for me.
Triple Aneurysm Stent?
Where is the aneurysm? If there is an abdominal aortic aneurysm you may be referring to the stent/graft which is placed in the aorta and right and left femoral arteries (it looks like an upside down Y). You can look on the Medtronic web site under abdominal...
What Breed is My Dog?
What a sweet face! She looks like my 7 year old Dixie. Dixies parents were such mixtures; you wouldnt even think the other two pups from the litter had the same parents as they were very different in coloring, size, and length/type of fur. I hope she has as...
Puppy Won't Stop Barking?
When we brought home our last dog at 6 weeks she cried at night when we put her in her kennel. I bought a sound machine with a heartbeat and placed it outside her kennel so she could not reach it. I found mine at Walmart but you might be able to find one at...
Bees Drilling Into a Wooden Porch?
Weve had this problem for years and have always called them wood bees. They arrive yearly to bore holes in our wood covered patio. We do not put out poison of any type due to our dogs; however, we do try to control the situation. This may sound a bit silly...
Including Sibling in Baby Shower?
I just encountered this situation with my great-niece who is getting a baby sister soon. I bought a few small gifts including a onsie with Little Sister on the front for her to give her mother at the shower as a surprise. I had her print her name on the card...
Dog has Dry, Crusty Skin Patches?
My dog has had a similar problem with her skin getting better then worse. She was also checked and treated for a fungal infection (such as ringworm). If you vet hasnt checked for fungal causes you might want to ask for an evaluation for fungal causes. We still...