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How to Recognize Signs of Anxiety in Dogs
In dogs, anxiety and fear-related disorders are fairly common. In fact, experts estimate that around 14 percent of dogs in the United States suffer from separation anxiety, the most commonly recognized anxiety disorder in dogs.[1] X Research source...
How to Reuse Dead Flowers
Bright, colorful flowers can be given as a gift to convey affection, sympathy, or congratulations. Flowers quickly die and wilt, however, which may leave you wondering what you can do to avoid discarding them. Fortunately, there are some easy and inexpens...
How to Switch Baby Formula
You may need to switch your baby's formula for cost reasons, or because you're hoping to make your baby's tummy feel better. It's important to talk to your doctor before you make the change. Infant formulas are highly regulated and they all must provide a...
How to Protect Yourself From Lightning When Indoors
Being indoors is often the safest way to avoid being struck by lightning; however, if lightning strikes a building or electrical line directly, you can still become electrocuted if you are in contact with any item that conducts electricity. To protect you...
How to Use a Guitar Pedal
Guitar pedals, sometimes called effects pedals or stomp boxes are small electronic units that alter your guitar's sound. Traditionally, guitar pedals are used to produce special effects such as wah-wah, delay, overdrive, and distortion. However, it is als...
How to Grow Your Hair Out Long
Have you always dreamed of long, luscious locks? Are you trying to change your look from a pixie cut to a longer hairstyle? Growing out your hair can be frustrating, especially if your hair tends to grow slowly. Most people’s hair grows about 1⁄2 inch (1....
How to Be Considerate
What does it mean to be considerate? Considerate people are empathetic, thoughtful, and careful about how they treat their friends and family. They're beloved by others because they act respectfully, and they know how to make people feel appreciated and s...
How to Compete in Judo
Judo is a traditional martial arts combat sport that requires both physical and mental discipline. After you've begun learning judo, judo competitions allow you to test your skills against the abilities of others your age, weight, and skill level. Whether...
How to Protect Yourself from Blame at Work
Everyone makes mistakes at work. However, some people delight in blaming others for their errors. To avoid being unfairly blamed, you should protect yourself as much as possible. Begin by creating a paper trail in which you document communications and bus...
How to Trim Your Thighs
Maybe you’re gearing up for bikini season or you just want to focus your workout on your thighs. Toning your thighs can be done by doing basic exercises that target your leg muscles using exercise props like a resistance band and a stability ball, and by...
How to Draw a Detailed Ice Cream Cone
This article will show you how to draw a detailed ice cream cone both with and without a scoop of ice cream. This ice cream cone will also be semi-realistic in its details. Follow the instructions below carefully to complete this accurately. Let's begin!
How to Drift Off to Sleep Easily
Every living creature sleeps, from the largest animal to the tiniest insect. Sleep is a naturally recurring state characterized by altered consciousness, relatively inhibited sensory activity and inhibition of nearly all voluntary muscles. Sometimes strug...
How to Choose the Right Mental Health Career for You
The field of mental health is vast and growing. Options range from informal life coaches to professional psychiatrists, with dozens of positions in between. When you are beginning the search for the best career choice for you, keep your mind open. Sometim...
How to Remove Glue from Photos
Sometimes old photos get stuck to each other, stuck in old albums, or have traces of old glue obstructing the image. Luckily, there are several ways that you can get your photos unstuck and/or remove that glue residue. First try scraping off the glue with...
How to Outline a Term Paper
A term paper is usually, but not always, a research-based essay due at the end of a semester or term. In it, you are expected to demonstrate knowledge and mastery of the material covered over the previous term. Your teacher or professor may rely heavily o...
How to Get Published
In today’s digital landscape, there is no one way to publish your work anymore. Maybe you are looking to publish a collection of short stories. Or you've finally finished a novel manuscript or a non fiction book. With enough persistence, you may finally s...