Some of the most common points for mice invading your home are where utility pipes or wires enter, especially if there's any rot or deterioration of your home's siding or if there are cracks along the foundation. Take the time to do an inspection outside your home to see if you have any of these vulnerable points and seal them up. One thing you can do if you think a mouse is entering your home through an entry point is to sprinkle baby powder on the ground; if you see tracks, it's an entry point that needs to be sealed up.

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Believe it or not, one of the most dangerous things your pet can eat isn't a food at all: It's the bag your favorite chips or snack food comes packaged in. Even if you finish a bag of snack chips, the smell lingers in the bag. And if you leave the bag where your dog can find it, they'll naturally stick their head in. A Facebook page called "Prevent a Pet Suffocation" says many animals suffocate when they trap themselves in the bag and are unable to breathe. To prevent this, simply cut the bag open on both ends and toss it into the trash.

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Many of us receive gifts that are wrapped in tissue paper. And while tissue paper is technically recyclable, it can be hard to find a recycler who actually accepts it. When it comes to unbleached and white tissue paper, you can just compost it. The fibers are short and it's usually made from recycled materials, so it degrades quickly. This makes it perfect for the compost bin, where it can be transformed into something good for your garden.

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