Water Spots on Bathroom Fixtures?
Yes, use a diluted shampoo and wipe with this. I use a cheap .99 shampoo and do my whole tub surround and fixtures. Works like a charm and no harmful chemicals. It removes soap scum and hard water marks. Dorie, Wisconsin
Nova (Pekingese/ShihTzu)
Oh my, God Bless Your Heart. We rescued three poodles, two lived and one was so badly in need of dental care by the time we got her to the vet ..she lived only one year. We gave her all our love and she could run free in our fenced in back yard. I still miss...
Dog Is Itchy After Being Groomed?
Hi, I have the same thing happen with my two adopted poodles. I even bought special shampoo for the dogs. I take warm clean cloth and gently rub it all over the dogs. Continue to do this, especially on their face and paws. When they are clipped close, it burns...
Puppy is Having Frequent Accidents?
Hi, I rescue dogs from puppy mills, so Ive had a lot of fur babies. I would recommend that you get your sweet little girl to the vet right away! She probably has a bladder infection. Dont let it worsen buy ignoring it. She certainly isnt doing this purposely...
Kiara (Blue Standard Poodle)
Let her enjoy her life. Our pets dont have that long on this earth to make her go through all those trials. Enjoy her instead.
Recipe for Flung?
Yep thats it. My son swears by this and I am trying to find the recipe for Flan. I am still looking. Thanks.
Wrap Produce in Plastic Bags
Not the grocery bags I hope. They are cancer causing..they give off pcbs..dont continue to do this.
How to Catch an Opossum
Why in the heck would you want to snare a Opossum, they are virtually disease free and very pet friendly. I usually feed them to keep them around my home. They are harmless and will not bite..they DO NOT carry rabies, or cause distruction in any manner. They...
Keeping Things Tidy Beneath The Birdfeeder
A trick I use is to pour white vinegar on the sprouting seeds, it kills the sprouts and inhibits the other ones. Dorie
Mystery Itchy Bump On Face?
Sounds like nerves..or like a hive..are you taking a new medication? Annoying but not serious..I dont think. Go to a dermatologist if it continues. Dorie
Cereal Bar Recipe?
Hi Susan, I hope someone posts a feedback with the recipe. My hubby is a diabetic and I too, look for diabetic recipes. http://www.Spenda.com has some great recipes. Regards, Dorie
Tips on Getting Kalanchoe to Bloom?
My Klanchoe is planted outside and blooms later this fall, every year. I live in Algoma, WI by Lake Michigan. It loves the cold winter and weathers well. It can be separated in spring and will grow just about anywhere. I have made many plants out of one. Hope...
Scalloped Potatoes and Ham
Sorry to say this recipe has way to much sodium. I would not use the canned soup. Cornstarch or flour will do the same thing.
Rescuing an Abused Pitbull?
It seems to me she wants to play. Sometimes you can tell this by the tail wagging. She may have been abused by taking away her food. Anyway, be vigilant and dont trust completely. Dogs can sense fright. Good Luck
Egg Pancakes
Hi, I can hardly believe someone in this world makes and eats egg pancakes. My mother and grandmother made these many yrs ago. I thought this family recipe was unique to our family. I just love them...cholesterol and all!! Dorie
Snuggles (Pug)
Snuggles is so precious. Enjoy the time you have with her and NEVER take her love for granted. We have two rescue poodle furbabies. We just adore them. Dogs live such a short time on this earth and there are so many disqusting people who abuse animals, including...
Baby Bear (Husky/Labrador Retriever)
Shes adorable. I sure hope you have given her the Parvo Vaccinations and all the boosters. Dorie
Freezing Imitation Crabmeat?
It is usually frozen when you buy it. It comes both ways. It is just fish flavored with crab juice. Dorie
Rufus (Ruby-throated Hummingbird)
Yes just one of many of Gods beautiful creatures. We have two different species of Hummingbirds that come to my feeder. I guess there are many different kinds. They are so unique. I understand they migrate all the way down to Brazil without stopping.. Dorie
Sam (Poodle)
Sams a beautiful furbaby. We have two rescue Poodles. Pompi (3-toy) and Buddy(4 -Miniature) I know what you mean. Our babies are the most adorable and lovable fuzzybutts!! Your Sam is gorgeous. Never for one minute worry about loving him too much....never enough...
Whitley (Lhasa Apso Mix) and Lacey
Wonderful...we have adopted three poodles from Petfinder. So many furbabies have started their life as abused breeding stock from the disqusting Puppy Mills that breed dogs and sell to Pet Shops in malls. The dogs that have outlived their breeding usefulness...
Dozer (Pomeranian)
Hi...I want one!! We live in Algoma, WI and have two rescue miniature Poodles. How much do you charge for a Pomeranian puppy? I really would like to purchase a Pom. djcrews @ charter.net (remove spaces) Dorie
Millie (Chihuahua)
She is adorable. I think she feels safe behind your back. Tooooo cute. We have two rescue poodles and one 17 yr/o German shepherd. Dorie
Dog Urinating at Friend's House?
Male dogs will do this to mark their territory. I have a male Poodle, Pompi and he Never did this...then we got another male Poodle and now Pompi tries to mark all over the house.. a real problem. I am sure it will stop...soon. After he gets used to our new...
Tessa Babes (Yorkshire Terrier)
What cute little furbaby. I have never had a Yorkie, we have two poodles, one miniature and one toy. The are precious and we love them. We are here on the west shore of Lake Michigan in Algoma, WI.. It sure is nice to hear from someone from the cheese state...
Village Candles Fragrances?
HI all, I buy all my candles from the best and most economical place to buy candles (buy one, get one free). Go to, www.Candlemart.com Happy shopping. Dorie
Feeding Pets Vegetable Scraps
Make sure you wash them VERY well. The pesticide on the skins will eventually make your dog sick. You can cook for you dog anytime. I do ....I never buy dog food with presevatives, colors and heaven knows what else is in that stuff. I use chicken, rice and...
Vacuum Deodorizer?
Yes....sprinkle some baking soda on your carpet. Let it sit for a few minutes ..then vacuum it up. Walla! You will have sweet smelling carpet and vac bag. Make sure you change bag every month. Dorie
Home Remedies For Doggie Diarrhea
First make darn sure you know what is causing the Diarrhea. After your pet has cleaned out and like the next day, you can give it a half tea of Pepto Bismo. Check with the vet for dehydration.
Using It All - Liquid Laundry Detergent Containers?
These are all great ideas..except do NOT reuse these containers for food for human consumption or for your pet food. It is not made for a food container for anyone. Dorie
