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Safeguard wood furniture from pets

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Your four-legged family member has started using the legs of your dining table as a chew toy. To put an end to her destructiv­e behavior, pour equal amounts of water and mouthwash into a spray bottle, shake and spray over any areas she likes to gnaw on. Mouthwash won’t harm polished wood, but the menthol scent is a deterrent to cats and dogs—as soon as they get a whiff, they’ll steer clear!

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