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Q: We recently welcomed a Labrador retriever puppy into our family. Our veterinarian recommends that... Read More

Simple Blood Test Detects Heart Disease in Cats Feb. 26, 2026

Q: Rambo, my 2-year-old cat, was breathing fast during his annual wellness exam. His veterinarian sa... Read More

Make Sure a New Concrete Patio Lasts Feb. 26, 2026

Dear James: The concrete patio at my old house cracked a lot. I am adding one now in my newer house.... Read More

Breaking a 3-Year Arizona Lease: Your Real Options Feb. 24, 2026

Dear Monty: I have a question concerning a three-year lease in Arizona. Some life-altering events ha... Read More

Tail Docking Causes Communication Challenges and Pain Feb. 19, 2026

Q: Our Rottweiler has a docked tail, as do many dogs in the U.S. While watching a British dog show o... Read More

Retractable Screens Are Easy To Install Feb. 19, 2026

Dear James: It is a hassle putting up and taking down window screens. Do retractable window screens ... Read More

How Real Is Real Estate Theft? Feb. 17, 2026

Dear Monty: I submitted a land combination form to the county government. I want to combine two adjo... Read More

Cats and Dogs Don't Interbreed, But Other Species Do Feb. 12, 2026

Q: Can cats and dogs breed with each other? A: No. Their anatomy, physiology and breeding behaviors ... Read More

Use Cedar To Build a Large Sandbox Feb. 12, 2026

Dear James: I want to find more things for my kids to do here, so I plan to build a sandbox. What ar... Read More

Two Nearby Listings, One Agent: A Hidden Risk for Sellers Feb. 10, 2026

Dear Monty: My backdoor neighbor is one of the more successful agents in our town, so we thought we ... Read More

Cats Especially Sensitive to Black Widow Spider Venom Feb. 05, 2026

Q: Our indoor-outdoor cats are fascinated by the spiders and spider webs around our house. I am conc... Read More

Add Style With a Window Cornice Feb. 05, 2026

Dear James: We are remodeling on budget, so I thought adding window cornices would help. How do I de... Read More

Your Refinance Appraisal Is Wrong -- How to Respond? Feb. 03, 2026

Dear Monty: I recently applied for a refinance loan. The bank sent an appraiser from more than 30 mi... Read More

Mammary Tumors Common in Unsterilized Female Dogs Jan. 29, 2026

Q: I recently adopted Missy, my mother's middle-aged, mixed-breed dog. She was never spayed, and she... Read More

Add a Decorative Lattice Arbor Jan. 29, 2026

Dear James: I think an arched arbor would look nice over my back door and the vines would help shade... Read More

Stop Guessing: Updates That Actually Speed Home Sales Jan. 27, 2026

Dear Monty: What would be the most important areas to update in a 20-plus-year-old home that help se... Read More

Cats Resistant to Tetanus Jan. 22, 2026

Q: When my cat was injured outdoors, his veterinarian boosted his rabies vaccination, in case a rabi... Read More

Foam-Backed Carpet Simplifies Installation Jan. 22, 2026

Dear James: Several floors are pretty worn from the kids. I'm thinking of installing foam-backed car... Read More

When Hidden Mold Issues Reappear Jan. 20, 2026

Dear Monty: My daughter bought a home for $305,000 and moved in two weeks after closing. The home in... Read More

Secure Dog in Vehicle for Safety Jan. 15, 2026