Never feed aquatic wildlife like ducks and geese pieces of bread. While it may conjure up memories of childhood, the reality is that the bread is not a healthy treat for them. Bread is low in needed nutrients for birds, and it can cause their organs to become fatty, which leads to problems like heart disease, liver issues and other major health complications. Birds can also become dependent on us for food, which can lead to aggressive behavior. If you enjoy feeding ducks and geese, reach for a healthy choice like cracked corn instead. They love it, and a little can go long way.

Whenever you buy a bottle of vitamins, a new electronic or even a frying pan, you'll find those little pouches called desiccant packets inside. They are designed to absorb moisture to protect the product, and they should be saved, not thrown away. The next time you accidentally get your smartphone wet, wipe it off and place it in a bowl of desiccant packets. They'll do exactly what they're supposed to do: Absorb moisture and help dry your phone.

If you have a wood-burning fireplace with an uncapped chimney, there is a chance wild animals may have moved in. How do you know? Listen carefully: You'll hear scratching, movement and even yelping from babies. Animals like raccoons, squirrels, bats and birds are all candidates to take nest in your chimney. If you suspect you have an animal living inside, don't start a fire. When you lift the damper (where they often roost), you risk having them fall down the chimney and into your home. Instead, contact wildlife control to help you safely remove the animals. Then cap the chimney so this doesn't happen in the future.