Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Watch how your dog interacts with other dogs. Look for frequent disobedience. Consider how your dog treats other people. Think about whether your dog is housebroken.

Answer: Poor social skills are a major symptom of small dog syndrome. Dogs who are overly coddled, or whose behavior is not corrected, never develop social skills. Pay attention to how your dog interacts with other dogs, whether in your home or when going out.  A small dog may see himself as the boss. He may bully other dogs to get his way. He may, for example, chase other dogs away from the food bowl, or growl at dogs attempting to get on the couch with him. Your dog may be very aggressive on walks. He may bark, lunge, or growl at passing dogs. Small dogs are often ignored when they disobey rules, leading them to have poor impulse control in the home. Your dog may behave poorly in general due to the double standard for behavior many owners have for small dogs.  Does your dog beg for food? While many dogs beg for food, dogs with small dog syndrome are particularly persistent. They may whine, bark, and stare until they get their way, despite being told to quiet down. In extreme cases, a small dog may start refusing his own food in favor of table scraps. A small dog may have a general disregard for household rules. He may not listen when he's told to get down, get into things frequently, and have poor impulse control in general. How does your dog react to guests? A small dog may ignore guests who do not want to be jumped on or licked. A small dog may also be aggressive with guests. He may growl when guests come in, and may occasionally nip at people. Much like other problems, this stems from poor socialization and a lack of boundaries early on. Dogs with small dog syndrome may be particularly difficult to housebreak. Dogs generally pee to assert dominance and control in a home. As small dog syndrome can spoil a dog, urinating inside the home is a common symptom. Your dog will not just urinate in your home. Your dog will also pee when visiting the homes of friends or family members.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Prepare an offer on your favorite. Submit your offer. Ask the agent to explain the closing process. Inspect the house thoroughly. Close on the house. Buy homeowners insurance.

Answer: Ask for advice from the agent on the right amount to offer. The classic advice is to come in lower than the asking price. However, particularly desirable homes or those in competitive markets may require an offer at or even above asking. Your realtor will likely have a better handle on where you should make an offer relative to the asking price, so defer to their judgment. However, don't stretch your budget beyond your means, even if your dream house is in high demand. Let the agent submit your offer-to-purchase as soon as possible. Good properties don't last on the market very long. You will usually have to fill out an offer sheet with the help of your agent. This offer is then submitted to the seller for review. They can either accept or return with a counter-offer. Counter-offers are more common, though they may only make minor changes to the offer terms. Make sure to stay in close contact with your realtor after submitting an offer so that you can quickly review any counter-offers. Closing, also called settlement or escrow, involves the cooperation of the buyer and seller, their realtors, lenders, and lawyers to finalize the sale. Generally, most of this process will be handled by your agent. However, there may be some issues that require your attention throughout the process. Talk with your agent to inquire about the closing schedule and your responsibilities during this time.  Closing costs are assessed during this time and include a number of fees, ranging from a loan origination fee to a survey fee. You can expect closing costs to total 2 to 5 percent of the total cost of the home. So, for example, a $200,000 home would have closing costs of between $4,000 and $10,000. Closing fees are estimated on your loan estimate when you apply for a loan. However, these fees often change during the closing process. Your offer will stipulate a certain number of days or weeks before closing so that financing can be finalized and the house can be inspected. During this time, the house is checked for any major structural issues, termites, and to ensure that the property boundaries are correct. You should accompany the inspector and your agent during the structural inspection, both to learn more about the house and to ask about any imperfections you might see. Make sure to spend the money to get a truly professional home inspection. Getting a cursory, budget inspection can cost you a lot more in the long run. There will be a meeting on the closing date in which you will required to sign final documents releasing payment to the seller and taking possession of the home. At this point, the home will be yours, and the deeds and other documents will be signed and transferred. You will then receive the keys to your new house. Ask your realtor during closing about homeowners insurance. This type of insurance reimburses you in the event that your home is damaged or destroyed. Your specific insurance needs will depend on your geographical location, the value of your home, and the situation surrounding your purchase of the home. For example, you may need flood insurance if you live in a particularly flood-prone area, as most homeowners insurance plans do not cover flooding. You will need to get homeowners insurance when you close on the house.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Get into position with a bench behind you. Tighten your core and lower your body off the bench. Keep your head and upper body straight. Hold the dipped position for 1-2 seconds before pushing back up. Move yourself up and down without returning to the bench.

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You can use any sturdy bench or chair, such as a workout bench or even a park bench. Sit on the edge of the bench and put a hand down on either side of your legs. Your hands should be about shoulder-width apart. Straighten out your arms. Place your feet flat on the ground with your knees at a 90-degree angle. Squeeze your core muscles to tighten them. Move yourself off the front edge of the bench and use your arms to lower yourself down toward the floor. Don't go all the way down. Dip down enough that your elbows end up at a 90-degree angle. As you dip, make sure your body stays upright. Look straight ahead to remind yourself not to dip your head while you're performing a dip. Also, keep your elbows close to your body. When you reach the bottom of the dip, stay there for a couple of seconds. That will force your arm muscles to work harder while you hold yourself in place. Once you've held the position, move your body back up, keeping your core tight as you do. At the top, lock your elbows momentarily. Keep going for the whole set, doing 8 to 10 reps at a time. When you move your body down, try to do it in slow motion. Moving more slowly works your muscles harder.  Try 2-3 sets at a time. For a variation, straighten your legs out in front of you instead of bending at the knees.