When you walk into your local pet store, you will notice that there are many types of cat collars from which you can choose. Despite the many choices, keep in mind that safety is the most important feature of any cat collar. Breakaway collars are considered to be the safest type of collar for cats, since they will automatically open up if your cat accidentally gets her collar stuck on something (e.g., window blinds, furniture).  Breakaway collars will typically have a fastener that will automatically unclasp with enough pressure. Some collars come with attachments, such as bells. Although these attachments can be useful for an outdoor cat (e.g., alerting potential prey to the cat's presence), they can also get caught or stuck on things, which could be dangerous for your cat. Before you purchase the collar, run your fingers along the entirety of the collar. It should not have any rough or sharp edges that could irritate your cat's skin. You should also check to see if the stitching has started to unravel. If the collar has a fastener, make sure that the fastener does not have any sharp edges when fastened.  Consider testing the strength of the fastener before leaving the store. Pull on the collar with varying amounts of pressure. The fastener should release with a moderate amount of pressure. If it releases with barely any pressure at all, then your cat could slip out of the collar too easily. The amount of pressure needed to release the fastener will depend on your cat's weight and size. For example, a heavy cat would probably need a fastener that releases with more pressure than would be necessary for a light cat. Some cat collars will have a section of elastic fabric woven into them, which would stretch to the point where your cat could get out of the collar if it gets stuck on something. However, elastic collars can serious injury to your cat if she happens to get her leg stuck through it. Elastic collars also have the potential to get stuck over your cat's jaw, which can cause serious injury. If you choose an elastic collar and it gets stuck on your cat in a way that causes injury, take your cat to your veterinarian immediately for treatment.

Summary: Choose a safe collar. Examine the collar. Avoid elastic collars.


The size of your bottle will determine the size of your volcano. Cut out all the sides except 1, which you will use to support your bottle. Add some cardboard supports to make the bottle as sturdy as possible.  Cut out several strips of cardboard that are 3 inches by 6 inches (7.5 by 15cm) for the supports. Tape them with masking tape, electrical tape or duct tape. Avoid packing tape because it is too slick. Combine 6 cups (0.75kg) of flour, 2 cups (0.58kg) of salt, 2 cups (0.47l) of water and 4 tbsp. (59ml) of cooking oil. Use your hands to knead the dough until smooth.    {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/1\/1c\/Make-a-Volcano-Erupt-Step-4Bullet1.jpg\/v4-460px-Make-a-Volcano-Erupt-Step-4Bullet1.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/1\/1c\/Make-a-Volcano-Erupt-Step-4Bullet1.jpg\/aid3453686-v4-728px-Make-a-Volcano-Erupt-Step-4Bullet1.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"} Allow it to dry once the volcano is sculpted. For example, you may want to paint the volcano brown with green near the bottom. Illustrate the eruption by painting red lava flows down the side. Add 2 tbsp. (28g) of baking soda. . Pour in the vinegar mixture. Wait and watch as the vinegar and baking soda combine to form carbonic acid. Empty it and start again.

Summary: Find a plastic soda bottle. Grab a square cardboard box that is as tall as your soda bottle. Tape the plastic bottle to the cardboard, both to the remaining side and to the bottom. Mix your dough. Pile the dough around the bottle to form a mountain. Paint the dough with tempera paints. Place a funnel in the mouth of the volcano, so that it reaches into your plastic bottle. Mix 1 tsp. (4.9ml) of dish soap, 1 oz. (29.6ml) of vinegar and several drops of red and yellow food coloring in a separate container Ready your volcano for the eruption. Remove the bottle through the top of the volcano or by disconnecting the supporting side of the cardboard from the dough.


Find a table or some other flat surface, and place your hand on it, palm-down. Stretch your fingers out as flat as you can on the table and hold for 30 seconds to one minute before releasing.  Do not force your joints. If you can't flatten your hand completely, work up to it.  Try this exercise a few times with each hand.  Find a flat surface and place your hand on it, palm-down. Take your other hand and slide it under your fingers. Carefully push your fingers up and back towards your wrist. Hold for 20 seconds and release. Repeat this exercise 3 or 4 times. Be careful not to lift your wrist or your palm when doing this stretch. Holding your hand out in front of you, bend your fingers until your fingertips touch the base of your finger joint. Your hand should resemble a claw. Hold your hand like this for at least 30 seconds, all the way up to one minute. Release and repeat with the other hand. Lay your hand palm-down on a flat surface, and spread your fingers out. Try to stretch your pinky out as far as you can.  Brace your thumb against the palm of your other hand. Lift your hand off the table, keeping your fingers pressed onto the flat surface. Press your fingers into the table as you stretch the palm. Hold for 20 seconds, release, and try the stretch with your other hand. Hold your hand in front of you with the palm up, and stretch your thumb away from your hand. Try to stretch your thumb as far away from your hand as you can. Stretch your thumb in the other direction, and try to touch it to the base of your pinky. Hold this stretch for 30 seconds, up to one minute. Repeat with the other hand.

Summary: Practice finger stretches. Try claw stretches. Stretch your palms. Stretch your thumbs.


All authentic Nike shoes have a tag sewn into them with their size, barcode and model number on it. You will recognize it most easily by the barcode. Look for it inside:  The tongue The heel The arch The model number of your shoes is typically located under the size and above the barcode on the tag. It will be a six digit number followed by a three digit number (Example: AQ3366--601). If you still have the box that your Nike shoes came in, the model number will be printed on them. Look for it on the sticker that also displays the barcode and size.
Summary: Locate the tag inside your shoe. Find the model number on the tag. Find the model number on the box if the tag is missing.