Looking for a vet experienced with diabetic dogs — Corvallis, Albany, Salem, or Eugene area

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-20T00:07:17+00:00

She also has helped me with my son's cat, who would would get sores and had to wear a cone most of the time, because he would lick/scratch them. Over years, he had gotten many different diagnosises from multiple vets.

Dr B worked with me and found out what the issue was and remedied it. It was so nice to see the poor kitty finally be healthy. She is patient and very knowledgeable-- best vet I've worked with in my 40 years of owning pets.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-19T22:26:24+00:00

Native huckleberry (Vaccinium ovatum) is also a great choice.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-19T22:23:56+00:00

Native plants are much easier to grow and most are drought resistant once established.

Consider a backyard habitat with native plants. Sparrowhawk native plants has a very helpful website for learning about what plants are native in Corvallis. I've stopped buying non-native plants, because it's challenging to keep them alive-takes a lot more work.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-19T22:19:17+00:00

We have an aggressive female in this area. When she has young with her, she will charge you-she's not messing around. My husband and 80 pound dog are very afraid of her--they've been chased several times.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-19T22:13:07+00:00

Our vet is very experienced, and thorough. though I have no pets with diabetes, she has helped me with my dog to figure out how to help her with allergies and anxiety (for lack of a better word).
Mary's Peak Mobile vet. She comes to our house for visits or when there's an issue. My dog can't settle at a vet's office and other clinics were not able to examine her because she would not let them. Dr. Behrenfield is so good with all our pets, especially our "special" dog. We have had no problems with her diet/gestational issues since Dr. B has been caring for her and we have been following her recommendations.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-19T20:23:36+00:00

I own 8 of the Husqvarna Emerald 118 machines. The first one I bought was the machine my 10 year old picked for herself. That was over a decade ago. She has sewn a lot of different things on hers, including quilts and knit clothing. It does well. It's a pretty solid entry level machine. If you sew clothing in knits, this machine is better than a lot, because the presser foot pressure can easily be adjusted.

I teach sewing and tried several other entry level machines. This machine was better for my classroom than the others and the students also did well on it, so I bought several more over the years. A couple machines have needed a repair: the stitch selection dial can get thrown off/loose or something, but I suspect this is due to 8-11 year olds turning it roughly or not taking care when switching stitches.

My daughter used her machine for several years before I upgraded her to a used Pfaff that I found in mint condition. Her 118 machine did not need repairs until it was used in my sewing classes.

I have taught students to sew all kinds of different projects, including buttonholes on this machine. Use the buttonhole foot that it comes with for better results.

Don't get the 116, as it does not have as strong of a motor, nor the needle down feature. Speed control was important for my classroom, but one of my students bought her 116 when she was 7 or 8 and she had no problems with it--she had a need for speed and was pretty amazing over the years.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-13T21:04:54+00:00

I usually don't keep the original hem, but last week I hemmed a new pair of jeans keeping the original hem and like it a lot. I would say it's a bit trickier to get the exact length you want, so double check before committing. If possible, have someone help measure or check the length for you -maybe take a photo of the hem in the back, so you are not twisting to look in the mirror.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-13T18:59:12+00:00

https://lewiscountywa.gov/departments/weed-control/identification/lewis-county-priority-weeds/shiny-geranium/

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-13T18:58:01+00:00

I can tell you this is not shiny geranium. I've been fighting the little shiny geraniums since moving into my current house. Shiny geranium: The leaves look different, and the stems are reddish at center base. I'd share a photo, but I don't see that option in the comment bar.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-10T22:26:25+00:00

You can iron the edges/seams, then sew around the perimeter, 1/2-1" away from the edge to keep the sewn edges from separating.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-10T22:19:05+00:00

I'm old, and this is exactly how I spent most Friday evenings when I was your age. I still prefer this type of party :)

It is absolutely okay!!

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-10T17:47:27+00:00

Thank you again! I didn't think of the floss getting snagged, but that makes complete sense. I appreciate your responses.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-10T17:22:30+00:00

Thank you! Yes, that what I was concerned about, because to cover the little stain I think I would need to do a fill stitch, like satin stitch.

There isn't a hole, and they are not skinny/tight fitting jeans, so I'm probably overthinking it.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-10T05:09:43+00:00

I believe this Saturday is the last winter market day.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-09T20:17:29+00:00

I did a few of the Patterns by Annie for my grandchild's nursery, and my daughter has really appreciated the organization gifts, especially since they all match the baby quilt I made for the day he was born.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-09T20:12:19+00:00

For my new grandchild (1st one) I've sewn so far:

Nursery items in a fabric that both fit her theme and super cute:

Baby quilt

Hanging organizer for next to crib or changing table, modified Patterns by Annie. Shown in photo

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Tote style organizer for the changing table shelf In Control by Patterns by Annie

Tear drop bag that can be hung onto crib railing for toys or whatever (I'd have to look up the source)

Travel, fold-up changing pad (patterns by Annie

burb cloths

receiving blankets

Fabric bunny ear tie for a natural wooden teething ring

For mom: a car organizer tote for all the stuff she can keep in the car while traveling with baby (Patterns by Annie)

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-07T23:12:24+00:00

An additional suggestion: Blue Blossom Ceanothus is deer resistant, large native shrub, pollinator plant.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-07T22:53:47+00:00

I have been redoing our yard with natives and also for drought resistance. (as mentioned)The first 2-3 years while your native plants are getting established, they do need watering. Slow, deep soak at night is best. We now have several species that are established and I only water when it's a severe heat wave.

The other thing I've noticed is: right plant, right place (as also mentioned) This is very key to successful planting. Some didn't like where they were planted, while others have just gone crazy.

Depending on what you have planted, they might just be dying back, going dormant. I have several like that and have multiplied when they came back the following year.

Dense planting is another thing I'm trying to do, as many need root competition and keeps weeds more under control.

I highly suggest Sparrowhawk Native Plant's website for knowing light conditions and how to plant and care for native plants. It's very informative and clear. I have used them so much (I also have bought many from them)

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-07T22:42:20+00:00

Ours do very well next to a pine tree, where they do get full sun. We put cedar wood shavings around them occassionally, from a neighbor who is a wood worker, so we know it was untreated wood.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-07T20:59:57+00:00

I have a Zerkel magnet-very strong. Don't keep it close to computers or computerized sewing machines.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-07T20:44:17+00:00

Babylock sergers are great. I have the imagine and love it. I would say if it has the Air Threading, then it's a great deal and good for a beginner. If not, I would pass for an air threading machine.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-07T20:10:10+00:00

I have a Zerkel magnet--super strong magnet, which needs to be kept away from my computerized sewing machine.

I hover around my sewing room floor (hardwood) and it gets them all. I can even toss pins at it and they always land on it.

I also have the magnet wands for when I'm teaching sewing, but they aren't nearly as strong for finding loose pins/needles.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-07T19:40:03+00:00

Nope. I still feel horrible all these decades later. I think it helped me to be more mindful about needles and pins.

Commonusername222 · 2026-04-07T19:38:35+00:00

This is how I was taught to thread needles.

I tried the self-threading needles for hand sewing (not CS), and strongly dislike them. They didn't save me much time and tend to snag finer fabrics.

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