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Puppy's Hernia Needs Surgical Repair Jun. 18, 2026
Q: Rosie, our pit bull puppy, has a soft lump where her belly button should be. When we push on it, ... Read More
Cats' Tails Tell Tales Jun. 11, 2026
Q: I am about to adopt a cat, my first. I want to understand what my new cat is trying to tell me th... Read More
Tips for Kitchen Remodeling Jun. 11, 2026
Dear James: We have a moderate-size kitchen, but it still seems crowded at times. When we remodel it... Read More
Canine Influenza Very Contagious Jun. 04, 2026
Q: My dog's annual physical is coming up soon, and my veterinarian is sure to recommend the flu shot... Read More
Painting Kitchen Cabinets Jun. 04, 2026
Dear James: My kitchen cabinets are original and solid, but I want something different, hopefully on... Read More
2-Pound Kittens Ready For Vaccinations May. 28, 2026
Q: I found a litter of kittens and want to give them away to good homes. How do I determine their ag... Read More
Replace Old Faucet With Tarnish-Free One May. 28, 2026
Dear James: I have to replace my old, tarnished brass kitchen faucet. What are the basic steps to in... Read More
Guinea Pigs Need Vitamin C in Diet May. 21, 2026
Q: Next month, my daughter's friend will move away and give us her guinea pig. Miss Piggy will be ou... Read More
Is Plaster or Drywall Better for New Room? May. 21, 2026
Dear James: My parents' older house had plaster walls, but most builders now use drywall. I'm making... Read More
Understanding Your Home Inspection Report May. 19, 2026
Q: We just received our home inspection report and are overwhelmed. It is 24 pages and filled with p... Read More
Powerful Fruits and Vegetables May. 14, 2026
Q: My elderly mother, who lives on her own nearby, has a cat named Emmy whom she adores. My mother i... Read More
Plan and Design Your Deck May. 14, 2026
Dear James: I want to try building a backyard deck myself, but I have no idea what the best material... Read More
Stuck With Your Neighbor? A Mediator May Be the Answer May. 12, 2026
Q: My next-door neighbor and I are in a dispute over an easement on my property and we are stuck. My... Read More
Unsteady Heartbeat May Be Normal In Dog May. 07, 2026
Q: I adopted a pit bull who had lost one ear in the fighting ring, so I named him van Gogh. He is a ... Read More
Remodel With a Quiet Suspended Ceiling May. 07, 2026
Dear James: I want to reduce the noise from my children's playroom. I'm thinking of installing acous... Read More
Shelter Cat Less Expensive Than 'Free' Cat Apr. 30, 2026
Q: I am ready to get a cat. During the upcoming "kitten season," there will be plenty of free kitten... Read More
Regrout Walls in Tile Shower Apr. 30, 2026
Dear James: The grout in our master bathroom shower stall is looking pretty bad and some pieces are ... Read More
Many Reasons Dogs Prefer Certain People Apr. 23, 2026
Q: Our dog Pearl seems to prefer my wife to me, and that hurts my feelings. Do you know why? Can I d... Read More
Durable Stainless Steel Can't Be Beat Apr. 23, 2026
Dear James: To match my other stainless steel appliances, I should install a stainless steel sink. I... Read More
Are Home Prices Going Down? The Answer May Surprise Apr. 21, 2026
Q: Our home is about $500K more or less. We are in the Midwest and enjoyed a nice run-up two to thre... Read More
