Problem: Article: Human interaction is key to teaching a cockatiel to talk. While some people believe you can teach a bird to talk and tame it at the same time, this is a false belief. Instead, you need to bond with the bird and get it used to its home before talking training. If you need some help taming a bird, your local veterinarian or pet store owner can help you, or an experienced friend can too. Make sure your bird has enough food and water, as well as enough space in its cage. Also make sure that your bird is in good physical health by taking it for veterinary checkups on a regular basis. If your cockatiel is feeling under the weather, it is less likely to want to chat with you. Give it lots of attention and mental stimulation. Teaching the cockatiel to talk is part of that attention, but you also want to give it toys to play with and praise and affection whether it is talking or not. A cockatiel's brain needs to be stimulated in order for it to be happy. Also make sure that the bird is in an environment that it likes. That way the bird will feel more comfortable when learning words.
Summary: Bond with the bird first. Make sure your cockatiel is healthy. Make sure your cockatiel is happy.

Problem: Article: Blood alcohol content is a measurement of the amount of alcohol in your body. So, a BAC of 0.10% means 1 part alcohol for every 1000 parts of blood. It is often used for legal or medical purposes, like when determining if you've had too much to drink and drive.   A BAC of 0.08%, often the legal level, indicates that you have 80mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood in your body. Police often use a breathalyzer to test your BAC if you get pulled over under suspicion for driving while intoxicated. You can also get your own breathalyzer to make sure you are within the legal limit. If you don't have a breathalyzer handy, use a BAC chart or online calculator to work out when you are safe to drive. Calculating your BAC without a breathalyzer will require you to keep closer track of how much alcohol you consume. Different drinks have different percentages of alcohol content, and the size of a "standard" drink differs, as well. So a standard drink of beer is not only a different amount than a drink of whiskey, it also has a different alcohol content.  One standard drink is considered one 12 fl oz beer; one 5 fl oz glass of wine; one 1.5 fl oz shot of hard liquor. Overall, a standard drink is a drink which contains 14 grams (0.49 oz) of pure alcohol.   Beer is usually 4% – 6% alcohol. This varies depending on the type of beer, so check the label to be sure. Some imports, malt liquors, and craft beers are stronger (8% – 12% or more). One standard drink of wine ( white, red, rose, and champagne or sparkling wine) is measured as 5 ounces.The average alcohol content of a 5-ounce glass of wine is around 12%. One standard drink of 80 proof hard liquor is measured as 1.5 ounces. One shot of liquor typically contains 40% alcohol. Be aware that some drinks are made with even stronger potency, like 151 proof rum or grain alcohol. Thus, your BAC may rise more quickly when drinking hard liquor in place of beer or wine. Some mixed drinks contain more than one type of alcohol and will contain more alcohol than a standard drink. Your BAC depends on your gender, age, and your weight. These elements contribute to how quickly your body will metabolize alcohol.  Alcohol is absorbed differently by men and women. Men's bodies typically contain more body water (61% vs 52%) and will be able to dilute the alcohol more. A 165-pound man who has had four standard beers in one hour will have an estimated BAC of 0.082%. If his 130-pound female friend decides to match him drink-for-drink during that hour, she would have a BAC of  about 0.123%. Know your current weight. Your weight will affect what your estimated BAC is because typically if you are hydrated, the more you weigh the more water your body will have to dilute alcohol. This can slow absorption. Note that alcohol is absorbed through muscle tissue and not fat. The more body fat you have, the higher your BAC will be. So, a man who weighs 180 pounds but is in good shape will typically have a lower BAC than a man weighing 180 pounds who is out of shape. Your age will also have a factor. As we age our metabolism slows down and our bodies may not process alcohol as quickly. To calculate your estimated BAC, not only track how many drinks you've had, but what you've been drinking, and how fast you've been drinking.  Whether you're serving yourself or drinking at a bar, the chances of you consuming a standard drink are lowered. Unless you are drinking from a can or pint glass, you're not always poured a standard drink with exact proportions. Oftentimes bartenders will eyeball the amount of liquor or wine that gets poured. Therefore, it's a good idea to count your drinks but round up to be safe. Notice how fast you are consuming alcohol. The faster you drink, the faster your BAC will rise. Because your body can only process a certain amount of alcohol at a time, the more you have in your stomach and bloodstream, the higher the BAC. The most accurate way to calculate your BAC is by drawing blood. Other methods will give you a good estimate of where your BAC is, but shouldn't be relied on to be completely accurate.  Use a Estimated BAC Charts to find where you are at. You can look up one online or print one out for wallet. The truth is that it's very hard to get an accurate measuring of your BAC without a breathalyzer, blood draw, or complicated math. Because everyone's bodies are different, variables such as food consumption, body type, hydration, fatigue, other ingredients in your drinks, etc., make it difficult to guess. You can also use an online BAC calculator to give you an estimate. If you've kept track of your intake and know your weight, this will give you a reasonable estimate.
Summary: Understand what blood alcohol content (BAC) means. Understand how different types of alcohol will affect your BAC. Weigh yourself and factor in your gender and age. Track your drinking. Use your information to estimate your BAC.

Problem: Article: If the mother dog is pushing one particular puppy away, instead of drawing him near her, you should be concerned. A puppy not huddled up with littermates and his mother will not get the food or warmth that he needs to thrive. A newborn puppy can become a weak puppy within a matter of hours. There are certain signs to check for to see if your puppy is having serious problems such as:  Cold to the touch or cold mouth Weak suckle reflex when the fingertip is gently placed in mouth Limp or poor muscle tone: head hangs down and legs don’t pull back when lightly tugged Inability to nurse Feces on the rear: can indicate diarrhea (a serious issue) Discharge from the umbilical stump Non-stop crying You should check all your puppies’ weights on a suitable scale twice a day. Kitchen scales will do, as long as you clean them well afterwards or even use them just for puppy weigh-ins. The weight can be taken in grams or ounces, just be consistent. They should never lose weight, instead they should gain about 10% of their birth weight each day after the first day of life. This indicates they are getting enough milk. Weights should be recorded in a notebook or spreadsheet so you can track their progress for the first two weeks of life.
Summary:
Make sure the mother dog is taking care of all of her puppies. Look for signs of trouble. Check puppies regularly.