Problem: Article: Since your dog will be ingesting the oil, choose the highest quality coconut oil you can find. If possible, purchase organic oil. Avoid buying refined, bleached, and deodorized (RBD) coconut oil because the processing destroys nutrients. You can find high-quality coconut oil at grocery stores, pharmacies, and natural food stores. While you can give your dog 1 teaspoon (4 g) of coconut oil for every 10 pounds (4.5 kg) it weighs, you want to gradually work up to this amount. Start by feeding your dog 1/4 of this amount for a few days before you increase the amount. Feed the coconut oil directly off of the spoon or stir it into your dog's food.  If you feed your dog too much coconut oil right away, it may have diarrhea and indigestion. For example, if your dog weighs 20 pounds (9 kg), start by feeding your dog 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) of oil for a few days. Gradually work up to 2 teaspoons (8 g). Consider your dog's overall diet and ensure that it doesn't get too many essential fatty acids (omega-3s) that are found in coconut oil. If your dog takes a supplement that contains omega-3 oil, alternate days when you give your dog the supplement and coconut oil. Too much omega-3 can cause digestive problems, trouble with blood clotting, and insulin sensitivity. For example, if you give your dog an omega-3 oil three days a week, alternate with the coconut oil for the other four days. Some veterinarians are skeptical about the potential benefits of coconut oil on the dog's skin. Ask your veterinarian about giving your dog coconut oil as part of its regular diet. If your dog is overweight, the vet might recommend that you only give the oil in the short term because coconut oil contains 120 calories for every tablespoon (12 g).
Summary: Buy extra-virgin coconut oil. Give your dog the oil on a spoon or mixed into food. Balance the omega-3 oils in your dog's diet. Ask the veterinarian about using coconut oil in the long term.

Problem: Article: as needed. If your dog has short hair, give your dog a bath once every three months. If your dog has long hair, you may need to bathe him/her more often. To wash your dog, wet all of your dog’s fur with a spray hose or a pitcher, but do not wet the areas around his/her eyes, ears, and nose. Then, massage some shampoo into your dog’s fur. After you have worked the shampoo into a lather, rinse out all of the shampoo. The water should run clear and without suds. Then, dry him/her off with a towel.  Don’t use human shampoo on your dog, because some ingredients in human products can be irritating to dogs. Use a special dog shampoo when you wash your dog. Offer your dog plenty of praise and a treat after baths to help him/her develop positive feelings about bath time. If your dog has short hair, you may only need to brush him/her once a week. If your dog has long hair, you will need to brush him/her every day in order to avoid tangled and matted fur. Use a wide comb to help remove tangles before moving on to a brush. Make sure that you offer your dog lots of praise while you brush him/her and give him/her a treat when you are finished so that he/she will be willing to let you brush him/her on a regular basis. To clip your dog’s nails, you will need to get a special nail clipper for dogs. You can purchase dog nail clippers in a pet store. You may also need to get your dog used to you handling his nails before you try to clip them. If your dog is wary of you touching his/her feet and nails, help him/her get used to it by petting his/her feet and touching his/her toes. Give him/her praise and a treat when he/she lets you touch his/her toes. After he/she becomes more comfortable with you touching his/her feet, you can try to clip his/her nails.  Make sure that you do not cut too far down or you may hit the quick of his/her nail. This area is very sensitive and may cause bleeding. If you are concerned about hurting your dog while trimming his/her nails, ask your vet to show you how or have a professional groomer trim your dog’s nails for you. Brushing your dog’s teeth can help to prevent problems with tooth decay and gum disease as your dog ages. If your dog has bad breath, it may indicate that there is excess bacteria causing a problem. Take your dog to have his/her teeth cleaned by a veterinarian and then follow your veterinarian’s instructions for cleaning his/her teeth. You can use a child’s toothbrush, a gauze pad, or even a bit of nylon stretched over your finger to clean your dog’s teeth. Make sure that you use a special dog toothpaste or mix some baking soda with a bit of water to form a paste. Grooming time is a good time to check your dog for fleas, ticks, and other potential health problems. Make sure that you inspect your dog’s skin for any unusual growths, wounds, or tender areas. You should also check your dog’s ears for excessive wax buildup and foul odors. If you find anything that seems abnormal, schedule an appointment with your veterinarian as soon as possible.
Summary: Wash your dog Brush your dog. Clip your dog's nails. Brush your dog’s teeth. Inspect your dog for problems during grooming times.

Problem: Article: This will form the framework for the mouse’s head and body.  Draw curve lines along the tail to indicate divisions.   Draw details for the eyes. Add details for the body.
Summary:
Draw two circles of different size and an oval which are overlapping each other. Draw the details for the mouse’s limbs using curves which extend from the oval and the second circle. Draw the slender tail using curve lines. Draw the big ears using simple curves and add details for the fur. Draw details for the mouse’s face including the nose, mouth, and large front teeth. Draw details around the face including the brows and snout. Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines. Color to your liking.