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  • What are a few pet products that benefit charities or the environment?
    Give a treat to your furry friend while treating the planet or a charitable cause at the same time.
    Dec 21, 2011 - By Morieka Johnson |
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    It takes water, air, high-tech machinery and a little hand from the weather to turn the slopes white.
    Dec 19, 2011 - By Matt Hickman |
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    We've got the scoop on Hollywood songwriters, a French poet and a Russian-born Jew.
    Dec 16, 2011 - By Chanie Kirschner |
  • I want to get my family a puppy for Christmas. Where's the best place to look?
    If Santa absolutely must leave a furry gift under the tree, be sure to do your homework first.
    Dec 15, 2011 - By Morieka Johnson |
  • How can I rid my home of fruit flies?
    It's time to clean your kitchen, including sink drains, recycling bins and compost pails, and put balsamic vinegar or some booze to creative use.
    Dec 12, 2011 - By Matt Hickman |
  • How does arsenic end up in apple juice?
    Blame pesticides used now in China and years ago in the United States.
    Dec 09, 2011 - By Chanie Kirschner |
  • I have to fly my dog in cargo. How can I help him handle the trip?
    Get a sturdy crate and watch your pet get on and off the plane, for starters.
    Dec 07, 2011 - By Morieka Johnson |
  • How can I make my home smell like the holidays without candles and sprays?
    Reach for the cloves, citrus and evergreens. You'll wonder why you ever went the artificial route in the first place.
    Dec 05, 2011 - By Matt Hickman |
  • What causes bad breath, and how can I fix it?
    Sure, you already know you should brush and floss regularly. But did you ever think your tonsils could be the culprit?
    Dec 02, 2011 - By Chanie Kirschner |
  • What kind of food should I feed my dog?
    Dry food, wet food, raw food ... it's all so confusing. But your best resource is your vet, who is less likely to be swayed by clever marketing.
    Nov 30, 2011 - By Morieka Johnson |

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