It can be difficult to know if a puppy under the age of 6 months has the right blend of intelligence and attention to make a good service dog. Charities that train service dogs, have a high 'drop out' rate, even when they have used their knowledge to select likely candidates. Buying a puppy with the express purpose of it becoming a service dog is a gamble. It might be better to source a young dog which has been properly trained and has established their personality already. Your service dog needs to be in good health in order to meet the requirements of the job. For example, if it has arthritis, and finds it difficult to move around, it is unfair to place the responsibility of responding to the doorbell on its shoulders. Also, some dogs with health conditions such as diabetes, have needs of their own and may not always be on top form to perform their service role.  You are going to invest a lot of time into training your dog, so you want to ensure it is kept in optimal health. This means twice yearly vet checks and weigh ins, a regular vaccination protocol, and proper preventative parasite treatments. Depending on where you live, this might range from flea and tick treatments to heartworm preventatives. Service Dog Training organizations have Board Certified veterinarians perform x-rays and other tests (complete blood panels, for example) to make sure the potential Service Dog doesn't have hip dysplasia, patellar subluxation, (bad knees), heart or eye conditions, or other injuries or genetic conditions that would prevent a dog's ability to perform its job for at least eight years. These are the hallmarks of a trainable dog and will make the task of training easier and more enjoyable.  Look for a young dog that approaches you calmly but without fear. His or her body language should indicate confidence, such as an erect tail, wagging, walking directly to you (not slinking around the edges of the room), and keeping its head up (not lowered and cowed). The best service dogs are intelligent and eager to please, which often makes their size irrelevant. Any breed from a Chihuahua to a Great Dane can potentially fill the role if they have the correct temperament. If its basic training is solid, ask the dog to sit and stay. Observe if it fidgets and looks around (easily distracted) or it keeps hits eyes on you (eager to please). Does he or she respond quickly or is it slow to react (not ideal in a service dog where quick reactions are needed). The dog needs to be confident in a range of situations and with all types of people. If it is anxious or fearful in certain situations this could place you in harms way. A fearful dog exhibits introverts body language such as cowering, averting his eyes, slinking in a  submissive posture, holding his tail between his legs. A fearful dog may lick its lips a lot, and if forced out of its comfort zone may growl. However, a confident dog will approach with an erect wagging tail, and willingly present himself or herself for petting. An aggressive, highly territorial or protective dog is unlikely to make a good service dog. You will spend more time trying to control the dog that he spends helping you.  Aggressive dogs snarl, or raise their lips. Their hackles (the fur along the backbone) may stand on end. The dog may make direct eye contact in a confrontation manner and growl. A docile dog, however, is all about wanting contact and is more likely to bang their head against your hand than exhibit distancing signals such as growling.
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One-sentence summary -- Find a dog that is the right age. Assess the health of the dog. Assess whether the dog is intelligent and eager to please. Find out from the owner how much training the dog has had. Assess whether the dog is socialized and confident in a range of social situations. Determine whether the dog is docile and not overly protective.

Q: Your parents are going to have a lot of concerns about you leaving and will ask a ton of questions. Here are some things you’ll want to consider that will definitely be on their minds: Whether you’re planning to move close to home or far away, your parents will still want to know all about it.  Don't settle on the first place you find. Shop around and make sure that you find the best place for you and take your parents with you so they feel more included in the whole process. It may be a nice place on the inside, but learn what you can about the neighborhood, too. You'll be glad you did. If you are going to have a roommate, is it someone they’ve met?  If not, schedule an introduction to alleviate the stress that you may be living with a stranger. Make sure you know enough about your roommate's lifestyle and financial situation to be able to judge whether there is a good fit between you. Moving can be very expensive, but don’t just think about the move. Your parents will want to know how you plan to support yourself over time. Be sure you’ve thought this through.  Make sure you have a steady source of income Most places will require you to pay first and last month's rent, plus a deposit, upon moving in, so be sure to save up. Movers can be expensive, and so can renting a van. It's always handy if you can get friends to help, but make sure you do something nice in return. You have to make sure all of your utilities get turned on right away. This also costs money and may require deposits as well. Don't forget about the little things. All the small household items that you may have taken for granted won't just be there waiting for you. The little things add up! Above all else, your parents will want you to be healthy and happy. It may sound trivial, but consider things like diet, cleanliness, hygiene and personal wellness.[[Image:Tell Your Parents You're Moving out of H	ome Step 6 Version 2.jpg|center]]
A: Think things through. Choose a sensible location. Find out everything you can about your roommates. Be certain your finances are in order. Think about the lifestyle you plan to have.

Article: Focus on releasing tension in your masseter muscle, which is your primary chewing muscle. It covers the sides of your jaws, just behind your cheeks.  To massage your jaw muscles, place your hands on the notches just below your cheekbones. Your fingers should be about one inch in front of your ears. Press this notch firmly and rub it. This is a sturdy spot on your face, so don’t be afraid to apply firm pressure inward and upward. Do this by positioning the tip of your tongue between your teeth. This will prevent your jaw from clenching or grinding. This is where you slur your speech as though you are sleepy or drunk. Begin by saying the sentence: “I am so relaxed I can hardly talk”. Then, say it again but this time slur each word. Try this again by mouthing the words: “I can talk”, slurring each word as you mouth the sentence. This is exercise will relax your jaw by spending long periods of time with your jaw wide open.  Hold your mouth wide enough to fit two fingers between your teeth. Try to hold your mouth wide in this position for about an hour. If you catch yourself with your teeth together or your mouth closed, slowly stretch your mouth open again.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Massage your jaw muscles. Adjust your tongue to relax your jaw. Do the “fake drunk” exercise at least once a day. Do the “long surprise” exercise at least once a day.