If you are looking for a useful and fun place to go with your dog, try training classes -- it can be a great experience for both of you.Dog training classes are not just for dogs with problem behaviors, they are also work for the best of the good boys. They give your dog something to do with you while giving their doggie brains some exercise. Most localities have dog … [Read more...] about A fun gift for you and your dog
Chilly? Hot ideas to keep toasty
If winter chills you to your toes, there are all sorts of hot solutions for the shivers these days.The best part is many new products for cold toes and fingers use rechargeable batteries, for safe, effective warmth. If your main chill situation is walking in January, try some rechargeable gloves. You plug them in as you would your phone. When they are powered up, the … [Read more...] about Chilly? Hot ideas to keep toasty
Keep your fireplace welcoming, functional
Few things are nicer than a cozy fire on a cold winter night, whether you're surrounded with loved ones or just enjoying a peaceful night on your own. As the centerpiece of the living room, a well-maintained and thoughtfully decorated fireplace can transform the entire space into a brighter, more welcoming place to be.Before anything else, make sure your fireplace is … [Read more...] about Keep your fireplace welcoming, functional
Staying well: Tune up your immune system
The holiday season can be one of the happiest and busiest of the year. One thing you don't need in December is a cold or the flu. It's time to tune up your immune system. Here's how to do it:1. Get serious about sleep. Doctors at the University of Pittsburgh say poor sleep or lack of sleep is associated with decreased immune system function. Go to bed at your regular time, even … [Read more...] about Staying well: Tune up your immune system
Sleep apnea, mouth breathing bad; taping worse
Search for "mouth breathing" on social media and you'll find a tidal wave of content about the dire health consequences, including receding chin and gum disease. The solution, according to thousands of TikTok videos, is mouth taping -- literally taping your lips together before you go to sleep each night to encourage nasal breathing. But according to Healthline, mouth taping … [Read more...] about Sleep apnea, mouth breathing bad; taping worse