Used coffee grounds are a gardener's best friend, especially if you're planting acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, hydrangeas and azaleas in your backyard. One of the easiest ways to incorporate used coffee grounds is to simply spread them on top of the ground and rake them into the soil. Then give the area a nice soak so the grounds can saturate and begin to release their acidity into the soil. Even if you aren't a coffee drinker, you can ask your local coffee shop to save their used grounds for you to use.

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If you play golf, you may want to consider the type of golf ball you use when playing near water. Traditional golf balls will sink to the bottom of the pond, and over time they will begin to degrade, allowing microparticles of plastic to end up in the water. New innovations have been made in golf balls, with some that are designed to biodegrade safely in water and even leave behind fish food for aquatic wildlife. Of course, the best bet is to improve your game and avoid losing balls in waterways altogether!

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When you're taking your dog for a walk and there's a communal water bowl outside the neighborhood coffee shop, have you ever wondered if it was safe for your pet to take a drink? According to the American Kennel Club, if your dog is healthy, it should be just fine. The AKC says most canine diseases are passed through coughing, sneezing and other ways not involving a dog's mouth. Just be sure the water looks fresh and clean before he laps it up.

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