Setting up a pet trust

DEAR ANNIE:

The key is to get to these nasty stains as soon as you can. The longer the mustard stays on the fabric, the harder it is to remove. For washable clothing, dampen the stained areas with water and rub liquid laundry detergent directly into them. Soak the garments in hot water with the detergent until the stains are gone. Rinse, then use an enzyme detergent for the final laundering. —Heloise

KITCHEN DRAIN STINKY?

DEAR READERS:

Our kitchen drains get so much daily use that they are bound to retain some smells from food debris. It is important to clean and clear them often so a blockage does not happen. You don’t want to have to pay for a plumber if you can handle the job yourself. Take these steps:

To eliminate that awful odor, pour 1/2 cup of baking soda into the drain and add 1 to 2 cups of vinegar. Let it bubble for several minutes. Then run cold water to flush out the drain. To further eliminate the odor, pour 1/2 cup of liquid bleach down the drain and pour in 1 cup of cold water. Let this stay for 20 minutes and then flush with water. — Heloise

WHEN STORING GARDEN PESTICIDES

DEAR READERS:

If you use pesticides for your garden or lawn, be aware that while they can be effective at controlling pests or weeds, they also can be toxic or dangerous to your pets and children. Here’s how to handle them:

1. Put them in a locked cabinet and label them “POISON” or “DANGER.”

2. Be sure they are stored up and away from your nosy pets or children.

3. Explain to your children that the pesticides are bad and that they should not be touched or opened.

— Heloise

GOING BOATING?

DEAR READERS:

Be prepared to take special care of your hightech devices, which will undoubtedly come on board, along with your children and pets! Safety on all levels should be a priority. Put all smartphones, iPads and cameras in heavy-duty zip-top bags to protect them - just in case they get sprayed or fall in the water. Make sure everyone on board is wearing a life vest, including your dog! — Heloise

Send a money-saving or timesaving hint to Heloise, P.O. Box 795000, San Antonio, TX 78279-5000, or you can fax it to 1-210-HELOISE or email it to Heloise@Heloise. com. I can't answer your letter personally but will use the best hints received in my column.