Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Keep your dog indoors most of the time. Block off steps and stairwells. Leave your furniture in place. Cut down on clutter. Watch other animals in your household around your blind dog. Place food and water dishes on each floor of your house. Remove obstacles from the yard.

Answer: It is cruel to keep a dog tied up outside or in an outdoor kennel. Dogs kept outside all of the time are subject to extreme temperatures, rain, and predators. Blind dogs will be even more vulnerable to attacks by predators, such as other dogs or coyotes. Keeping dogs outside also reduces their opportunities to interact with people, which can lead to aggression and other behavioral problems. If you are unable to provide an inside home for your dog, then you need to make other arrangements, such as finding a new home for your dog. It is possible for a blind dog to trip on stairs even if he is used to them. Try blocking your dog’s access to these potential hazards with baby gates. If you need to bring your dog up or down stairs, then help him by holding his collar and talking to him as he goes down the stairs. To help your blind dog navigate his surroundings, keep the furniture in its place. Blind dogs will memorize their environments from the layout of furniture, to doors, walls, steps, and appliances. Moving the furniture will confuse your dog and make it harder for him to navigate the house. Leaving clutter laying around will confuse your dog and it may also cause him to trip and even injure himself. Keep the ground clear of clutter such as baskets of laundry, toys, sports equipment, and garbage. Other animals in your household may respond to your dog’s condition in different ways. Some animals may take advantage of your dog or pick on him, while others may be more protective of your blind dog and try to help him. Sometimes other household dogs will even act as guides for a blind dog. If you live in a two story house, then keeping food and water dishes on each floor is a good idea. It is also a good idea to keep food and water dishes in the same spots. Do not move them around or your dog may not be able to find them and may not drink enough water to stay hydrated.  Make sure that you show your dog where his bowls are after you first place them and check them now and then to make sure that he is eating and drinking. When teaching the blind dog where his food dish is located, try adding a bit of canned food to some dry food to attract your dog to his food bowl. If you have a fenced in back yard, then your dog will learn the layout much like your house. You can make this easier for him by removing any potential obstacles, such as toys, branches, and lawn furniture. If you do not have a fenced in yard, keep your dog on a leash to make sure he does not wander into any danger. To help your dog find the door when he is done, try hanging a wind chime near the door.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Eat 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Eat 0.8 grams of protein per 1 kg (2.2 lb) of body weight protein daily. Aim to get 45-65% of your calories from carbohydrates per day. Drink at least 8-10 cups (2 L) of water a day to boost weight loss. Avoid fast food, sugar, and salt.

Answer: Your body receives vitamins and nutrients it needs from plant-based foods. Fruits and vegetables are rich in fiber, which makes them great for weight-loss since you get full off of healthy foods. Aim for 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables a day.  Add more vegetables to your favorite meals, and replace snacks with servings of fruit. Raw fruits and vegetables have higher nutrient levels than cooked fruits and veggies. Try snacking on carrots, celery, and apple slices. Try topping salads with a variety of fruits or vegetables, and add fruit to low-sugar cereals. Protein helps you feel full longer and boosts your metabolism so you can shed pounds quicker. Per day, aim to eat 0.8 grams of protein per 1 kilogram (2.2 lb) of body weight. Multiply your weight in kg by 0.8 to figure out how many grams you need. You can choose protein-rich foods like lean chicken breast, shrimp, salmon, dairy, eggs, beans, and lentils. Determine the number of grams of carbs you need each day by calculating 45-65% of your total calorie intake, and dividing by 4. For example, if you eat a 2,000-calorie diet, shoot for 225 to 325 grams of carbs per day; and if you eat 2,500 calories a day, aim for 281 to 406 grams of carbs. Adults who drop their intake to 1,200 calories a day for weight loss need about 50% of their calories from carbs, or 150 grams per day.  Carbohydrates are either sugars, starches, or fibers, and their purpose is to provide the body with energy. Low-carb diets help reduce your appetite, consume fewer calories, and burn fat easier.  Choose healthy starches like sweet potatoes, and healthy grains like rice, quinoa, or couscous. Your body can burn through fat quicker if it is properly hydrated. Try carrying a water bottle with you throughout the day, and refill it at water fountains as you finish. When you work out, be sure to drink extra water, both before and after you work out. Foods with preservatives and added sugars do nothing for your body but provide empty calories and spikes in blood sugar. Make healthy decisions to eliminate these food groups from your diet and avoid unhealthy foods.  Foods to avoid include soda, candy, baked goods, ice cream, prepared meals, snack foods, chips, buttery popcorn, processed meats like salami, and soy sauce. Sugar and carbohydrates often get stored as fat around your belly and thighs. Cutting back on these foods will slim you down!


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Provide your pet with a healthy, balanced diet. Feed your pet the recommended amount of food at each meal. Know what foods you should never give your pet. Give your pet fresh water every day.

Answer: While your pet's diet will vary depending on what type of animal it is, it's important to feed it fresh food regularly. Choose food that's specific to your pet, and only give your pet treats occasionally. If you have any questions about what to feed your pet, consult your veterinarian.  Sometimes diets can vary between different breeds or species of the same animal. For example, although they're both birds, a parrot and a macaw eat different diets in the wild, and their nutritional needs are also different in captivity.  Your pet's dietary needs may change as it ages. Talk to your vet about your pet's different life stages and what food is most appropriate for each one. Be sure to follow the guidelines for how much your pet needs to eat each day. Overfeeding leads to obesity, which can cause other health problems. These could include heart disease, kidney problems, diabetes, and more. If you're not sure how much food you should be giving your pet, ask your veterinarian. Certain foods are toxic to some animals, so be sure you know what you can and can't give your pet before you offer it a treat. For example, while it's perfectly fine to give your dog small bits of chicken or fish, you should never give them food containing chocolate or garlic, as these can be toxic. Even some pet foods can be dangerous if fed to the wrong animal. For instance, you shouldn't feed cat food to a dog, or vice versa. Cat food contains high levels of taurine, which is necessary to a cat's diet but which can be dangerous to dogs in high doses. On the other hand, dog food doesn't contain the taurine your cat needs to be healthy. All animals require water to live, although some will need much more than others. Regardless of the size of your pet, make sure that it always has access to fresh, clean water. Check or refill the water once or twice a day, and if they drink from a bowl, wash out the bowl every 2 to 3 days. If you have a pet that lives in an aquarium, change the water and clean the tank at least once a week.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Melt white and milk chocolate to drizzle over the spoons with a plastic bag. Cut a small hole in one corner of each plastic bag. Pair your spoons with drink mixes and mugs for the perfect holiday gift.

Answer:
In two separate microwave-safe bowls melt the white chocolate chips and milk chocolate chips in the microwave for about 2 to 3 minutes each in 30 second bursts, and stir the mix regularly. Pour the melted chips into separate small plastic bags. Let the melted chocolate fall to one side of the plastic bag, and cut a small hole in the opposite, empty corner with scissors. Don't cut the corner with lots of chocolate or you may accidentally lose some of the melted chocolate. If your spoons are a gift for somebody else, find out what kind of hot drinks they like and include a drink mix with your spoons. You can put them all into a little straw basket, or if you include a large mug with the spoons, you can place the spoons and drink mix in the mug itself as a self-contained gift. Wrap the whole gift with a red or green ribbon, and voila — the perfect gift for the coffee or hot cocoa lover in your life.