[MKS]

Thanks for the info on washing. I have checked for the fel naptha & washing soda at wmart. Maybe, I'll ask an employee or check on the net. And now I know I will maybe use cold water more often, but not on everthing.
About meter readers... I can't blame them for not wanting to go into unknown dog territory, but wouldn't things be so much better if people really got to know one another again? It is a simple matter if you can just tell the guy "our dog is always inside while we're gone." or "just go thru the gate, silly." Our meter reader (we are in the country) sits in his truck & reads the meters with binoculars. Cushy job.