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Cargo area platform slider for SUV, truck, station wagon
I wanted to be able to slide out the "bed" of my cargo area in my Chevy Tahoe. I primarily wanted a work surface (leaning over the bumper was killing my back), but this should make it easier to access...
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Ice pack vest for horse
We have a horse who is anhidrotic; that's a syndrome in which one does not sweat properly or at all. Specifically, in about the second week of July (when night temperatures stop dropping below 70F),...
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Ear protector for dog
Our Cocker Spaniel has Cushing's disease, which (among other things) means that he's very susceptible to infections and illness. He currently has a nasty ear infection. He's shaking his head, throwing...
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Make a warm dog vest from sweatpants leg
Every January, our cocker spaniel Galahad suffers from some kind of allergic itch. We end up clipping all his hair off and bathing him in prescription shampoo to keep him from nibbling himself raw....
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Dog stairs for bed (take 1)
I have 3 senior dogs. They're all allowed in my bed, but they're starting to have trouble getting in. One has hurt herself recently; I thought she had decided not to try to join me in bed anymore,...
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Dog stairs for bed, take 2 (successful)
My elderly dog is having problems with her hips and knees. She hurt herself trying to jump into bed with me a few months ago. After that she didn't even try to jump up for about a month and a half,...
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Easy, Inexpensive Doggy Door in a Screen Door
With Florida weather, we can leave the doors and windows open for several months during spring and fall. But we have BUGS, so we need our screens. I also have a dog who is always on the wrong side of...
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Portable Standing Laptop Desk
I needed a stand for my laptop that I could use while standing, but also fold up and carry with me to on-location jobs. This is made from a folding TV table and a Ridgid Flip Top Portable Work...
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Rolling Saddle Rack Cart
I keep my tack in my house, and carry it out to the barn when I ride the horses. My back isn't great, so carrying the saddles is not easy. I wanted a saddle cart, but as usual I didn't want to pay...
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Inexpensive Customized Tack Room: Saddle Racks and Bridle Racks
Here's an example of how to get a nice little customized tack room for a minimal cost. I'm reorganizing my tack to make it more convenient to the front door, so I can conveniently transport it out to...
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