Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Lay a single length of cord out on a flat surface. Form a flat loop near one end of the cord. Slide the portion of the right half of the cord closest to the bight under the loop. Take the right end of the cord to form a second bight arching directly opposite the first loop. Tuck the right tip under the portion of cord directly to the right of the first loop. Bring the original right end through and around the first loop. Weave the original right end back through the center of the developing knot. Repeat with the original left end. Tighten to finish.

Answer: Bend the cord into a loop with its bight (the U-shape) at roughly its midpoint.  The diamond knot is sometimes called a lanyard knot.  Use a cord that is roughly twice the length of the lanyard you plan to make. In general, the best type of cord for making this type of lanyard is a specific kind of nylon rope called paracord. Paracord is both incredibly strong and highly durable while also very light and soft against the skin. Take the left end of the cord and slide it back around under itself using a circular motion. The loop you form should be much closer to the left end of the rope compared to the right. Make sure to keep the cord flat against your work surface. This is the first step to join the two ends into a carrick bend. A carrick bend is a particular type of knot that is both practical and decorative. The left half of the new bight should be draped over the portion of cord to the left of the first loop. Keep in mind that before you do this step the right tip will also be the right half of the second bight. At this point, both end tips should be facing the same direction. What was originally the right end will now be to the left of the original left end. Bring the right tip of the cord end down so that it crosses overtop both sides of the first loop while sliding under the segment in the middle. Tug on the original right tip to pull it through. Bring the original right end up and around with a clockwise motion. Slide the right tip underneath the top half of the knot. Pull the original right end up through the center and then across to the right. The knot should remain slack at this point. Bring the original left end around across the right side of the first bight. Slide the tip underneath the left half of the knot. Thread the original left end back up through the center of the knot and across to right half. The right and left ends should now be parallel to each other. Pull both tips of the cord with one hand while holding the remainder of the first bight in place with the other. This should tighten the cord into a secure knot. Use the free ends to attach the lanyard to your item of choice. This style of lanyard is typically used to hold a knife.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Schedule an appointment with your vet. Explain the hoof problem to your vet. Allow your vet to visually examine your horse. Have your vet use a hoof tester. Allow your vet to clean the affected hoof. Agree to your vet performing other diagnostic tests.

Answer: If you think your horse has a hoof abscess, contact your vet right away. Your horse will likely be in a lot of pain, so taking your horse to your vet as soon as possible will allow for early diagnosis and prompt treatment. During the appointment, give your vet a detailed history of the hoof abscess. Describe when you first noticed your horse’s lameness, and what you saw when you examined the affected hoof and lower leg. The more history you can provide to your vet, the easier it will be for them to make a diagnosis and treatment plan. When a horse is lame, an equine vet will perform a detailed lameness exam to determine the cause and severity of the lameness. One aspect of the lameness exam is an overall visual exam of the horse. Your vet will look at your horse to see how it walks and stands, and will take a close look at your horse’s hooves and lower legs to identify abnormalities (e.g., swelling, wounds).  Your vet may do this visual exam as you explain the history of the hoof problem. A lameness exam will help your vet rule out other causes of lameness, such as a fracture. This is important, since a hoof abscess can resemble other injuries or illnesses. A hoof tester is an instrument that tests the sensitivity of a hoof to focal pressure. During the lameness exam, your vet will use the hoof tester to apply pressure to different areas of the affected hoof. The part of the hoof that is most sensitive to pressure will indicate the general area of the abscess. Once your vet has identified a general area of the abscess, they will want to clean the hoof to identify the exact entry point of the bacteria. Your vet will use a paring knife to scrape away the old sole and clean the hoof. As part of the lameness exam, your vet may want to perform diagnostic nerve blocks. For a nerve block, your vet would inject a local anesthetic into the area around a nerve to block the sensation of everything below the block. This would help your vet localize your horse’s pain and confirm that the pain is in fact within the hoof and not located higher up the leg.  Your vet may also want to take x-rays. X-rays can help rule out a leg fracture. Also, if your vet found a sharp object stuck in the sole, they may want to take an x-ray with the object in place to see the path of entry for the bacteria.  If your vet cannot find a wound or draining tract in the sole, they may want to take an x-ray to look for pockets of gas, which would indicate the presence of bacteria.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: House train your dog  Teach your dog to play nicely Teach your dog basic commands. Teach your dog a few fun tricks.

Answer: . You and your dog will both be happier if you spend time on proper house training. It's important to start early, when the dog is still a puppy. All puppies have accidents in the house at first, but with patience you can teach yours to go to the door when it needs to be let out. Reward your dog for going to the bathroom outside each and every time. Eventually, it will begin to understand that going outside is preferable to going inside. Take your dog to the same spot outside every time, so it will associate that place with going to the bathroom. . If your dog likes to play-bite and bark a lot, you can train it to play more nicely. The most effective trick is to ignore your dog when it exhibits bad behavior, since dogs usually bite and bark for attention. When you withhold attention, your dog will realize the better way to get noticed is be well-behaved. If your puppy insists on trying to bite when you are ignoring it, simply walk away from the puppy. Reward good behavior with treats and praise. Learning how to sit, stay, and come are important commands for any dog. Your dog will be more obedient and you'll be able to take it out more often if you know it will come when called. A dog who knows how to sit, stay and come is safer than one who won't listen. Any dog can learn these basic commands. Remember to use patience and positive reinforcement when you're training your dog. Here are the commands every dog should know:   How to sit  How to stay  How to come Dogs are excellent at learning how to do tricks, and teaching your dog how to do them can be a great bonding experience. Not every dog can do back flips or ride a pony, but most can do a few tricks, especially when they're rewarded with treats. Here are a few tricks that most dogs have no trouble mastering:   Rolling over  Begging  Shaking hands  Playing dead  Fetching


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Eat foods with antidepressant properties. Try supplements. Cut alcohol and drugs. See a therapist.

Answer:
In addition to eating a balanced diet, increase foods that are known to help with depression. These include foods high in omega 3 fatty acids, such as salmon, sardines and walnuts, and food high in other healthy fats, such as avocados and coconut oil. There are many supplements on the market that are said to act as natural antidepressants. Be sure to talk with your doctor before adding supplements to your routine, as many are contraindicated with certain prescription drugs.  St. John’s Wort is a popular supplement that is said to treat depression and anxiety. 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is derived from an African plant, and is said to be an effective natural mood stabilizer. S-Adenosyl Methionine (SAM or SAM-e) replaces natural compounds mammals produce to stabilize moods. Green tea contains L-Theanine, a natural antidepressant. This may be taken in pill form or consumed as tea. Alcohol and drugs might alleviate the symptoms of depression in the short term, but they almost always make things worse after a while. To gain full control over your emotions, it’s best to cut them out entirely.  Alcohol is actually a depressant, and sometimes causes negative feelings to grow worse even while it is being consumed for pleasure. If you’re struggling with an addiction to alcohol or drugs, it’s important to get treatment right away. You won’t be able to lift yourself out of depression without outside help. Contact your local AA or NA group for more information. When you don’t feel you’re able to conquer your depression alone, know when it's time to seek outside help. Therapists are trained to help people develop new thought and behavior patterns to ease depression and prevent it from happening again. Your therapist will develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs.  There’s strong evidence that talk therapy, particularly cognitive therapy that concentrates on changing negative thought patterns, can be an effective treatment for depression, either alone or when combined with drugs. Pastoral counseling and 12-step groups can also offer a place to talk out your feelings and get help with circumstances that accompany or are caused by depression.