OK I've got Kids, and a dog and a MiniVan.
Yes ABC Gum can be Yucky but try getting ABC Grape Gum out of a dog's paws or other furry parts. First time this happened (yes it's happened more than once) the gum was in her fur near her rear end and I cut it out. the patch of cut fur is still there after 2 or 3 months. Second time Found it in her paw and cutting, freezing and harsh chemicals were not an option. The answer... SMOOTH Peanutbutter! does the trick with a bit of rubbing it all came right out!
