Author: /u/imaginaesha

A few days ago an unfixed dog with a worn collar attached to part of a broken steel cord wandered into my yard. I can’t keep seem to find original owners and I can’t keep him. The city told me they could only take him if I make and appointment 24 days out. Most shelters are not accepting intake or would take a similarly long time. What do I do? Lots of the shelters keep referring me back to the city and the city is really not helpful. Does anyone have any ideas? He’s still pretty young, really sweet, knows some commands, and seems to do well with other dogs and children. I know someone would take him, I just keep striking out in looking for resources.

Hi everyone! I’m originally from a dry arid place that sprays fruit trees regularly and so the mosquitoes are a problem I have no idea how to deal with. There’s no standing water near our house and to my knowledge the house itself is sealed up pretty well (no gaps under doors, all windows closed etc). We even had a pest control company come and spray a few months ago. Despite all of this, I have bites all over my body. I see mosquitoes around the house (maybe 1-2 daily?) and kill as many as I can. Is there a trap I can use? Some magic southern voodoo to avoid being bitten? I am at my wits end after nights of poor sleep from itching and waking up to find new bites. Please share your wisdom!