Q: A small dog only needs about 1 tbsp. per feeding. A large dog of 50 lbs. (22.67 kg) or more can use 1/4 cup (236.58 ml) per meal. Use discretion when purchasing since canned pumpkin pulp is not the same thing as pumpkin pie mix, which has additives and sugar that aren't healthy for dogs. Fresh green beans are an additional source of fiber for dogs. Prepare a handful by lightly steaming in a microwave, then completely cooling. Finely chop or blend them then incorporate them into your dog's meal. Raw green beans are less digestible, so your dog won't experience all of the possible nutritional benefits. However, they make a good snack during games and training. A single medium-sized sweet potato contains over 3 grams of fiber.  To serve one to your dog, peel it first and chop it into small cubes. Put the cubes into a shallow bowl with a small amount of water, cover with plastic wrap, and steam in the microwave until you can easily pierced them with a fork. Mash with a fork, then incorporate 1-3 tbsp. into your dog's main meal. Be aware that these and other veggies may also increase other nutrients, including potassium. These may not be beneficial for your pet if they have other or concurrent health problems, such as kidney disease. Your vet can help determine the best vegetables based on any other conditions your pet may have. Whole grains are another ideal and inexpensive way to supplement dog meals with fiber. Some of these products may be fortified with vitamins or other supplements, so be sure to examine all nutrition information before using commercially available processed foods. You can use Metamucil or other OTC fiber additives for a few days to help your dog recover from an episode of constipation. Sprinkle it over your dog's food for the fastest way to resume regular bowel movements. Use about 1/2 tsp. for small dogs, or up to 2 Tbsp. per meal for very large dogs. Add a small amount of water to blend the fiber. Use sparingly and for no more than two days to ensure you don't encounter the opposite problem of dog diarrhea. Switching to a commercial diet with a higher listed fiber content (or to a veterinary prescription such as Hill's w/d, Royal Canin GI Fiber Response, or Purina's DCO) might be an easier way to supplement additional fiber without extra shopping or preparation steps. You may have to purchase or order prescription diets from your veterinarian, or you may have to obtain a written prescription for the food to purchase it from a pet food retailer. 'Fiber' is a term that describes many different polysaccharides and not all fiber is created equally. Different forms of fiber will have variable effects on water absorption, digestion, and fermentation within the intestine. This could lead to undesirable effects, including flatulence, bloating, or diarrhea. If you experience this with your dog, try changing the type of fiber or lowering the amount that you’re adding. Adding excessive amounts of fiber to the diet for the goal of weight loss can also have dangerous effects by diluting essential nutrients, calories, and decreasing the absorption of some minerals.
A: Incorporate canned pumpkin pulp into your dog's food. Steam green beans. Serve sweet potatoes. Consult your dog’s veterinarian. Drop a spoonful of bran flakes, cooked oats, or millet into your dog's meal. Add an over-the-counter fiber additive. Try a new or different diet. Don’t overdo it.

Article: After a miscarriage, it’s very easy for a woman to feel alone, especially if many of her other relatives, friends, and acquaintances don’t know how to react to the situation. Make sure that you’re available to her to help keep her company. You don’t have to say anything or even discuss her feelings if you don’t want to. Sometimes a simple presence can make a world of difference.  One good option for keeping your friend company is to have her over for a good cup of tea and a movie of her choice. This makes it easy to give her a warm shoulder to lean on and a good excuse not to talk, so that neither of you feels pressured to say anything if you don’t feel like it. Send her a text or email first asking if she wants company. Not everyone is up for it after something like this, especially if you yourself are pregnant. If she’s up for it or if it would help her, she’ll let you know. Sometimes, your friend may really need to talk to you about their experience but they think that because it’s sad or weird or “gross”, she can’t. If you’re willing to talk to them about the problems that they’re going through, you should make sure they know that you’re open and ready to deal with whatever they have to say.  Say something like “I know there’s nothing I can do to fix this but if you just want someone to talk to, I hope you know that I’m here whenever you need me.” Be careful, however, not to leave them feeling like they’re obligated to talk about their experience. A one time offer to talk or just simple hints that you’re there for them (such as arranging quiet and private opportunities to talk) is plenty. If your friend does feel like talking about her experience, then it’s going to be important for you to do more listening than anything else. If she doesn’t feel like talking about it, then you still need to be ready to just be quiet and let her cry on your shoulder. Hugs are helpful and Kleenex distributing duty is important but should be done silently. Don't try to buck her up or divert her attention. This is an incredibly sad experience and in order to process her feelings, she’s probably going to need to be sad for a while. You can offer her other activities if she’s up for them but generally it's much healthier to experience the pain and go through the stages of grief. The stages of grief do not necessarily go in order and not all are required but generally you might see your friend go through five stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. Watch for each step in this chain to occur and you should see that progressing normally. Don’t pressure her to rush through it. Some women like to commemorate the anniversary of their loss. Some women will do something even sooner, such as for when they would have gone to their final checkup, their due date, etc. If your friend mentions wanting to commemorate that experience, you should help her in any way you can. You can provide a small commemoration, even if she doesn't mention wanting to do anything. A bouquet of flowers or a donation to a miscarriage charity (or perhaps an international charity that deals with infant mortality) can show your support.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Keep her company. Make sure she knows that you're available to talk. Be ready to be a silent shoulder to cry on. Let her be sad. Help her commemorate the experience, if she wants to.

Q: . Paint is the most traditional way of changing a home's color, but it can also be one of the most time consuming and expensive ways. To cut down on cost, consider painting one accent wall instead of redoing the whole room.  If you don't have the time, you can consider hiring painters, though depending on where you live that can be quite expensive. Make sure you use painter's tape and cover any large furniture while you're painting. Nowadays, peel and stick wallpapers offer nearly endless options while simultaneously being relatively inexpensive and easy to apply. Consider redoing a room or, for an easier and cheaper look, consider just doing a feature wall. If you don't want to or can't permanently alter the state of your walls with paint or wallpaper, add quirky colorful touches by hanging paint chips or cardstock in interesting patterns. These easy and nearly costless decorations catch the eye and are great conversation pieces!  Keep in mind that such DIY projects, while cheap, can be very time consuming. Browse websites like Pinterest for great tips and ideas. You don't necessarily need to redo your walls in order to bring color into your home. By introducing bright throw pillows, colored area rugs, or small colorful lamps or tables, you can easily add color to a room without breaking the bank. These additions can also be done over time.
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Paint your walls Add wallpaper to give a room a unique look. Use paper to add nontraditional color to your walls. Introduce small colorful items like pillows and rugs.