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Making a White Cake Using Whole Eggs?
The yolks will give the cake a yellowish tint... stick to egg whites only!

 

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Baby Wipes For Dog Odor
I think this is a fabulous idea. I even use on my big boy! Hes wolf/blue heeler, but sometimes gets the doggy scent and this just keeps him smelling fresh! He really likes the added attention, too! I also use a dryer sheet before taking him out... helps keep...

 

Cat with tongue out.

Home Flea Treatments
So, what is a healthy alternative! I do not like the chemicals the vet suggests! My cats are constantly bathing themselves! Brewers Yeast is suppose to help. There has to be a way!

 

Four part photo of dog.

What Breed is My Dog?
Yes, the Golden stands out... but when you mentioned white on feet, belly & tip of tail, it reminds me of my pup, Buddy! Hes wolf/blue heeler (his white on belly has black spots... heeler) & is a yodler... not so much a howler, but makes a sound that is definitely...

 

Closeup of Joli.

Joli (American Eskimo and Papillon)
She is beautiful! The Papillon in her will keep her very active for years! She will require lots of playtime. (You got her on my new grandsons birthdate!)

 

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Layered Pineapple Cake
Yes, a dump cake... It can be altered to lemon/poppyseed; chocolate/cherry; wherever your mind leads! It is a great cake! My Granmommie always made & she always said, when you can smell it, its done!

 

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Dog Temperaments?
My blue heeler/wolf loves little dogs. He gets down on his elbows to be their size! Played well with a Pomeranian and a Mini-Pin. I think the little guys think theyre as big as him! :)

 

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Making Egg Nog?
I Google everything... especially recipes! Here are several I found that look good... and easy!! http://www.mccormick.com/Recipes/Beverages/Easy-No-Cook-Eggnog.aspx?icid=Lookbook:Holiday2012:Easy%20No-Cook%20Eggnog http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown...

 

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Making Egg Nog?
I prefer thick... Thick Homemade Eggnog Recipe 4 C whole milk (mine is raw, but as you will cook it use what you have) 1 1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg 2 eggs and 3 yolks (best eggs = best eggnog) Maple syrup or honey, to taste. (Start with as little at 3 Tb...

 

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Overnight French Toast Casserole?
This one uses creamer instead of milk or halfnhalf... http://www.kristendukephotography.com/baked-french-toasta-secret-family-recipe/ And heres a whole Pinterest page on french tpast... http://pinterest.com/quadmom/i-m-in-french-toast-heaven/ Heres French vanilla...

 

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Homemade Graham Crackers
Wow! This is great! And no extra unknown ingredients! Thanks for sharing! :)

 

Trooper (Grey Tabby Cat)

Trooper (Grey Tabby Cat)
Aww! Looks like hes talking... smiling! Too cute!

 

Frontal view.

What Breed is My Dog?
I concur, Shepherd & Lab... He is beautiful! I know you will enjoy! (I need a halter like you use... where?)

 

Cat in sink.

Cheebus (Cat)
What a blessing! She is beautiful! Know about their human qualities! :)

 

Fuzzy brown dog on rag rug.

Sandokan (Mixed Breed)
I see Pomeranian in there, especially when you say he swishes his hips to play!!! Had one visiting for a while & he would do that to play with my big dog (wolf/blue heeler)... they thought they were the same size!! LOL

 

Fuzzy brown dog on rag rug.

Sandokan (Mixed Breed)
He is beautiful!

 

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Manufacturer of Winn Dixie Cat Food?
Googled to find... not yet, but did find this link to Winn Dixie pet food recalls... http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/newpetfoodrecalls/brand_list.cfm?Trade_Name=WINN%20DIXIE&pet=Dog and http://nationalpetfoundation.com/list_cat_foods.htm to get on the...

 

finished soup with chips

Crockpot Red Beans and Rice Soup
Thank you for this awesome recipe! Am putting it together when I get done here! And the pics are very helpful! Im a visual type!! God bless!

 

Cat with fleas scratching

Flea Spray Recipe
I will be making tomorrow. This is for fleas in the house, right? Not to spray on critters, right? I am in MO & am desperate for something that will do it!

 

Home Remedy for Worms in Dogs?
Food Grade DE. very white & fine. Do not breathe or get into sinuses or eyes. of your pets, either! Dust for fleas!! I add to pet food to rid worms. Its a great bug killer! This is a link that gives more info... http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp

 

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Names for Hybrid Dog Breeds?
Pomapoochi, dont take the harsh comments to heart! Im a Heinz 57 American. I understand the want to give a breed name for the mixes. My 4-legged son is a Wolf-Heeler & my kitties are mixed as well. Just love your baby! God bless!

 

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Keeping Flies and Gnats Off My Outside Dogs?
Try a drop or 2 of clove oil on dog collar. Flies hate cloves!

 

Vader in a wheelbarrow wearing a hat.

In Memory of Vader (Chow Husky Mix)
What a beautiful tribute to your son. I had a red chow-collie mix, Bear. He was my only son & I miss him horribly! I now have a 2nd son, Beaudreaux Joe (Buddy), hes wolf/blue heeler & spoiled rotten! Plus he has 2 sisters, kitties Sugar & Precious Jo! I love...

 

Two birds on perch.

Bird Laid Egg in Food Dish?
Its been 30 years since I raised Zebra Finches... loved them. They use to lay eggs in their food dish, too. But my memory doesnt hold like it use to. I suggest you Google raising Zebra Finches. I had a great book, too... and my local pet store took babies, after...

 

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Using Garlic for Dogs?
Not 1000 mg for a 7 lb dog. Thats like a baby in size. Find garlic/brewers yeast tablets at Puritans Pride (for pets, cats & dogs).

 

Dog sitting.

What Breed is My Dog?
He is precious! Yes, the black tongue & the curl of his tail says chow. He is probably a nice Heinze 57 mixture, which makes the best companion! Is he friendly? He looks like he is! Muttmom has good answers. I use Diamond Naturals food & supplement with a nice...

 

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Dog Ill After Eating Beneful Pet Food?
Agree with Muttmom! Cannot wait! ER Pet hospital! If doc rules out parvo, then theres things I would do. When my boy is down, I give him 2T plain yogurt a.m. & p.m. before food. I will pray for your pup & you!

 

Closeup of Buddy Buddy's face.

Buddy Buddy (Blue Heeler)
Hes beautiful! My Buddy (Beaudreaux Joe) is 1/2 blue heeler/ 1/2 wolf... and looks similar in the face to yours (long nose, too!). Hes 9, but when he was a pup, he loved empty water bottles. Then, he learned how to take the caps off! He can take the lid off...

 

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Honey Peanut Butter as a Dog Treat?
I would say yes! My 9 year old loves pb & honey... sparingly, as you said. I alternate his treats. He loves a variety!

 

Black and tan puppy playing.

What Breed is My Dog?
Very Cute breed! I see MinPin... and if mixed with Chihuahua, then hell be small, but such a cutie! Would like to see pics when hes about 6 months-a year!

 

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Good Skillet Meal For Pet
Sounds like a great recipe! But youre liable to wind up a real short-order cook! The meal you prepared will do your pup so much better than anything else! I make a stew for mine & add barley and/or oats. Hes kinda spoiled now! lol You can add sweet potatoes...

 

Plywood window seat for kitties enjoying the sun.

Window Seat for Cats
Awesome! need to rearrange my furniture in their house! lol Thanks for sharing!

 

Closeup of dog on lawn.

Sargent Leo (Shar Pei)
He is beautiful. The angels knew where to leave him!

 

Black and white kitty.

Canned Cat Food for Urinary Tract Health
Can crushed cranberries be added to cat food?

 

Dark gray and white wire haired puppy.

What Breed is My Dog?
So cute! May have some terrier mixed in... just LOVE with all you got! He will return it!

 

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Treating Ear Mites?
Even Walmart carries Tea Tree Oil, and most pharmacies, too.

 

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Dog Bit Neighbor's Child?
Screen door must be latched and locked to keep someone from walking in & getting bit. My pup listens for the click of the door and if he doesnt hear it, hes out the door! Dachshunds sometimes have a tendency towards this behavior... my sisters D is a pill! Just...

 

German Shepard

Bear (German Shepherd)
He is absolutely gorgeous! Bless you for caring! I know hes happy playing with your Rott!

 

Baby (Siamese)

Baby (Siamese)
She is beautiful & obviously well loved! I had a Siamese, Mesha, 24 yrs, and her 1st baby, Ruby (w/Russian Blue), 22 yrs... They were my babies before I had my babies. They were so special! I have rescue kitties now, but really miss my Siamese!

 

gray dog with white feet and nose

What Breed is My Dog?
Im sure you meant 6 weeks (1-1/2 months old)... He is beautiful! Definitely see some pit (blue eyes), but youll be better able to tell when he gets a bit older! Just love love love him & make sure he gets a lot of exercise! Cannot be lazy with this type dog...

 

garbanzo bean stew ingredients

Garbanzo Bean Cabbage Stew
Can red cabbage be used like green cabbage?

 

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Breeding Zebra Finches?
You should get 2 males & separate the pairs. I had a cage with divider in center and my pairs were together, but separate! Two nests will definitely be needed. There are many books available on breeding/caring for zebra finches. Probably look on Amazon for...

 

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Easter Bread with Anise Oil?
Easter Bread (Italian Sweet Bread) Ready in: 2-5 hrs ? Difficulty: 3/5 Serves/Makes: 2 loaves Ingredients: 5 cups unsifted flour 1 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 3 1/2 packages active dry yeast 1 cup milk 1/2 cup margarine 3 eggs, at room temperature 1/8 teaspoon...

 

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Adding Vegetables to Homemade Dog Food?
I use sweet potatoes, carrots, beets, pinto beans... avoid onions. I also add fruit: apples, bananas, whatever is in season. I also add oatmeal, barley, brown rice, & wheat germ. Make a stew. My dog loves it! Sometimes, make a fish stew... dog & cats like.

 

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Cheddar's Restaurant Spinach Dip Recipe?
Googled and found these: http://www.copykat.com/2009/02/02/cheddars-santa-fe-spinach-dip/ http://www.food.com/recipe/cheddars-restaurant-spinach-dip-461552 http://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recs/145/Cheddars-Spinach-Dip128469.shtml Let me know which is best...

 

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Homemade Sock Protectors?
If its a bag to wash socks in to keep together; especially good for baby socks. My Granmommie made bags out of soft netting! You might try to recycle a bag that oranges come in; weave ribbon or braided yarn around opening that you can tie to put into washer...

 

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Best Fish for Keeping an Aquarium Clean?
http://cichlid.infocrux.com/Cichlid-Care.html Suggests 10% to 30% water changes... I Googled Cichlids and all kinds of sites came up! Good luck... do you have Oscars?

 

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Best Fish for Keeping an Aquarium Clean?
Aquarium Care of Cichlids (BOOK) http://www.wag.com/fish/p/aquarium-care-of-cichlids-298838?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=cpc_W&utm_campaign=branded&utm_content=wagdsa&utm_term=Fish

 

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Scalloped Onions
Can be sliced or whole. I do the onions in a tomato sauce, too! Whole, covered & basted with a rich spaghetti sauce! So good!

 

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Suggestions for High Calcium Non Dairy Foods?
http://www.healthdiaries.com/eatthis/15-non-dairy-foods-high-in-calcium.html http://www.ellenskitchen.com/faqs/calcium.html http://www.healthlady.com/articles/non-dairy-foods-high-in-calcium/ http://www.babywhispererforums.com/index.php?topic=139773.0 These...

 

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Removing Cat Spray Odor from Carpet?
Water/white vinegar spray, 50/50. Saturate area (vinegar odor will go away).

 

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What Can I Make With These Ingredients?
Please come back with what you made. I have these same ingredients, but also have several different on-sale box cake mixes. Thought Id mix chopped Snickers into the batter & bake a cake!

 

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Carving Wood Caricatures?
Google for beginner carving patterns, might find that way!

 

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Freezing Avocados?
Add 1 tsp. lemon or lime juice to keep the color from turning.

 

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Gilroy Garlic Ice Cream
Theres ways of making ice cream without a ice cream machine. Google it. Large container with ice & salt, baggie with ice cream making stuff in it & zip & shake. This sounds really good!

 

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Buying Bulk Dried Beans?
http://www.bulkfoods.com/beans.asp I googled - Pointers on how to buy & store bulk beans... http://www.ehow.com/how_5745270_buy-dried-beans-bulk.html

 

Color photo of Bella.

Bella (Shar-Pei/Lab Mix)
Carrie, Bella is beautiful! There is an organization that Betty White works with that trains service dogs... Im pulling this from deep in my memory (lol), but I would Google & see what you can find. I read a book about a man going blind & he was very upset...

 

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Feeding a Dog Chicken?
I make a pot of chicken breast/thighs (no bones or skin) and rice & this is used to supplement my dogs, and cats, diets! They love it! I add garlic, too, & for the dog, I will add other things and make it a stew... like green beans & sweet potatoes! He loves...

 

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Lime Delight Jello Recipe?
Lime Jello Delight 1 (6 oz.) pkg. lime Jello 1 lg. pkg. cream cheese 1/2 pt. whipping cream (heavy) 1 can crushed pineapple, drained 1 can chunky pineapple, drained (reserve liquid) 1 c. chopped walnuts 1 jar maraschino cherries (chop most, cut 10 in half) Dissolve...

 

Tracey a well loved kitty.

Tracey (Cat)
She is beautiful! And reminds me of several I have had over the years! Once, I had 2 friends who had kittens and they wanted us (myself & my 7 & 9 year old daughters) to come pick out a kitty! So we went to one house & picked Brutus. Then we went to the next...

 

Dog with arthritis standing on throw rug.

Home Remedy Dog With Arthritis?
I use herbs for arthritis for myself & have given them to a dog that was suffering. It was amazing to see her (big dog) get some spring to her step! She seemed very grateful!

 

White and tan dog.

What Breed is My Dog?
I see Spaniel, possibly Brittany spaniel. Reminds me of a pup my ex brought home; found at the dump & was the best well-mannered easily trained dog I have ever had!

 

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Getting Rid of Fleas Naturally?
I also recommend Diatomaceous Earth (DE). Great stuff! It is a :silica: source and is great for your hair, skin & nails!! Will keep pets parasite (worm) free & when put on their skin, kills fleas. Just be very careful around the face & dont let them inhale...

 

Two brindle coated puppies with dark muzzles.

What Breed are My Dogs?
Couldnt agree more with the previous comments. They are adorable, but as Lab/Boxer mix, you will have your hands full! Pups for a long time! LOL And as loyal & loving as can be! You are blessed & so are they!

 

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Ammonia Soda for Baking?
Look for it in German or Scandinavian markets, drug stores, baking supply stores, or a mail order catalog. Dont confuse this with ordinary household ammonia, which is poisonous. Varieties: It comes either as lumps or powder. If it isnt powdered, crush it into...

 

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Abused Dog Afraid of Men?
Time & much patience. He just needs to remain calm & unthreatening. Maybe even carry treats in his pocket to entice... gently!

 

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Peeling Pumpkin Seeds?
Once toasted, theyre just crunchy goodness! Not like sunflower seeds!

 

Tabby cat lying on floor by a basket.

Finding a Vet Who Will Work Out Payments?
I had a vet in Wimberley TX that took a series of post-dated checks that they deposited on the date of the check. It was a blessing, but, on the other hand, Ive had vets & animal hospitals who couldnt care less! Just depends on the humanity of the person!

 

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Dinner in a Pumpkin Recipe?
Savory Stuffed Pumpkin Make a rice/ground beef or ground deer stuffing: 2 cups rice (prepared per pkg); 1 lb ground meat (cooked); 1 onion (chopped); 1 t. ground sage; salt & pepper. Mix all together. Clean out pumpkin (small sugar pumpkin); save seeds to roast...

 

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Using Borax to Get Rid of Fleas in Carpeting?
Anyone else gonna tell that the Borax will make your cats sick? One response said this & I am really concerned as I have 2 precious indoor kitties! I know that Pine-Sol will make them sick (husband used to shampoo carpets & cat almost died!). I dont want to...

 

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Rinse Bacon with Cold Water Before Cooking
I bake my bacon on roasting pan... no shrinkage & grease drips down into pan. The best way to do it!

 

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Rinse Bacon with Cold Water Before Cooking
Spoonful of bacon grease in your vegetable dishes... i.e., especially yellow squash! Yummy! (Store bacon grease in a jar in the refrigerator, after it cools)

 

Older dog lying on blanket.

Homeopathic Care for Aged Animals
Please give some suggestions about the books. I would rather use homeopathics on pets, too! But most homeopathic books dont have pet care. Help?

 

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Use Net Produce Bags to Protect Plants From Cats
This is an excellent suggestion! Thanks for sharing!

 

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Flavored Coffee Tips
I sprinkle pumpkin pie spice over coffee before brewing! Can use any flavoring you like! Always shake the grounds to get spice down into the grounds! Cinnamon, do the same! If I want Hazelnut, I will buy a small can of flavored coffee & mix with regular coffee...

 

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Egg and Olive Salad
I wish I could Pin this to Pinterest... hint, hint...

 

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Using a King Flat Sheet on California King Bed?
Using the King Flat sheet may work fine. I have CalKing Waterbed and found very reasonable sheets when I Googled for CalKing Sheets. Even found one set for $8.00! The mattress is a bit longer and I love it! ~ Tess

 

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Dry Dog Food Recipe
Adding the beef & eggs; are they pre-cooked or cooked while in oven (sorry to seem so dumb)?

 

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Don't Add Flea Collars In Your Vacuum
The piece of flea collar in vacuum cleaner bag kills the fleas you vacuum up! I use all natural collars from Natural Pet & love the scent! Doesnt bother the critters, either!

 

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Homemade Spicy Coffee Creamer
I add Pumpkin Pie Spice or Cinnamon to my coffee grounds (shake around, because it will try to climb out of filter... youll see), before making coffee. Then, sweeten or cream as you wish!

 

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Frontline Spray is Cheaper than Individual Applications
I just Googled for Frontline Spray. Only trouble I ran into was lbs/kg? Wish there was a good source for figuring dosage & size of pets, without a bunch of calculators! Maybe a site that has a conversion chart contained on it?

 

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Graham Cracker Peanut Butter Balls?
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/peanut-butter-balls-ii/detail.aspx Heres the recipe. Allrecipes site has everything you could ask for!

 

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Getting Rid of Doggy Odor?
Homemade Febreeze. To an empty Febreeze spritzer bottle add 1/2 cup any-scent fabric softener, 1 Tbsp. baking sode & warm water to fill... will foam up. Cap quickly & when it settles continue to fill with water! Spray as you would febreexe... Its awesome!! On...

 

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Dinner in a Pumpkin
Ive been making for years. I use deer meat. Dont paint pumpkin. It is edible as well... a squash!

 

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Pimento Cheese Spread
4 cups shredded cheddar 1 cups mayo 1 jar pimientos, drained, chopped 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. black pepper juice of 1/2 lemon 2 dashes Franks Hot Sauce Mix well. Chill.

 

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Divide Large Canned Goods Into Smaller Servings
Why is there no response to the question about the baggies posted 10/9/07? Is it safe to store in ziplocs? Specifically ones for the freezer? And then to use them as boil-in-bags like they use to sell in the stores (chicken-a-la-king)? I hope someone will respond...

 

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Is Tuna Safe for Cats?
Had a cat that got sick & thought poisoned. Poison Control Center told me to give the cat tuna water... He lived a long life!! The 2 I have now love tuna & on occasion, I split a can between them, but if you look at the info on can, its usually high sodium...

 

White kitty at dish.

Dangerous Foods for Cats
I had a cat who got poisoned by PineSol on his feet. Poison Control told us to give him tuna water... and he survived! I also gave him plain yogurt! I have always treated my kitties with tuna & the water... but not consistent diet of it! Everything in moderation...

 

Sasha (Mini Dachshund)

Sasha (Mini Dachshund)
All I can say is aww... love minis... Sasha is just precious! But I have to say, the 2 dapples pictured above really caught me! Saw my first dapple 5 yrs ago. Didnt know they existed and I was hooked! One of these days, Id love to have. My Buddy (9 yr old wolf...

 

snoopy the hamster

Hamster Cage Cleaning Made Easier
I am hoping this will help my friend who has 4 guinea pig cages (5 guinea pigs) and cleaning all the cages is hard on her... :) ~Tess

 

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Easy Crock Pot Ravioli
Add diced onion, red, yellow & green bell peppers into the layers! Yummy!

 

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Daddy's Hillbilly Greenbeans
Same dish my Granmommie made! Thanks for the reminder!

 

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