Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Keep your dog's teeth clean. Trim your dog's nails. Frequently give your dog a good brushing. Check your dog's skin while brushing. Give your dog a bath once a month.

Answer: Dogs, just like humans, build up plaque on the teeth and need to have it removed. Get a dog toothbrush from your vet or a pet supply store, along with dog toothpaste. Don't use human toothpaste, which usually contains fluoride and can be harmful to dogs.  Place a small amount of dog toothpaste on your fingertip. Gently run your finger along the gums of the upper teeth to get the dog used to the toothpaste. If your dog accepts this, the next day do the same with a bit of the toothpaste on a dog toothbrush. Get the bristles of the brush along the gum line of the upper back teeth and angle slightly up, so the bristles get under the gum line. Work from back to front, making small circles along the gum lines for about 30 seconds. Ideally, you should brush your dog's teeth every day. At least, aim for several times a week.  You can also try special dental food which is formulated to be able to grind off the plaque as the dog chews. Treats like rawhides or dental treats work in the same manner. Have a veterinarian or technician demonstrate on your dog how close to the quick (the growing portion) you can trim the nail before you try to do so yourself. The quick contains blood vessels and nerves which will painfully bleed if clipped.  Have someone hold the dog still for you the first few times you clip the nails. Start with the back nails. These nails are usually shorter and dogs are more comfortable with having the back paws handled. Locate the quick or approximate area before trimming off the end of the nail. Carefully work your way back towards the quick. Trim at least two to three millimeters in front of it. Proceed with the rest of the paws, giving plenty of praise as your dog behaves for the process. Dogs need a good brushing regardless of their coat length. This is a good way to bond with your dog. It also gives you a chance to monitor the health of your dog's skin.  For long-haired dogs, purchase a stripper type of comb to help remove hair that is being shed. Comb through your dog's hair at least every other day, if not daily. Otherwise, your dog's fur may form painful mats. These just aren't ugly to look at, as they can also cause the skin underneath it to get infected. For short-haired dogs, use a soft-bristled brush to remove loose hair and stimulate the skin. Brushing time is the time to check your dog's skin for parasites (fleas), lumps or bumps. You can also check for hair loss, inflammation and scratches or other injuries as well. If you see fleas, act immediately to treat your dog, its bedding, and your house before they get out of hand. Topical treatments and household insecticides are the best ways to curb an exploding flea population. Veterinarian office staff or pet store staff can give you great advice to kill fleas both on your dog and in your home. If your dog needs a bath, use an all-purpose dog shampoo. Follow the directions on the bottle. Don't go overboard with bathing your dog. Most dogs only need a bath once a month at most. A dog's skin can dry out from more frequent bathing. If you have a dog that gets dirty or smelly more frequently, you may need to bathe it more often. Use your discretion, and contact your vet with any questions.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Wash your inserts after each use. Launder your cloth inserts with your other clothes. Clean your silicone inserts with a washcloth, soap, and water. Let your inserts air dry.

Answer: To keep your inserts clean, it is best to wash them after each time you wear them. Cotton or polyester inserts can be washed with your other clothing, but silicone inserts must be hand washed. Bra pads made of cotton or polyester can easily go into your wash. Rinse your clothes on a gentle cycle with mild detergent, and you can wash them with similar colors.  You can throw them into a lingerie bag and wash them with your bras if you’d like. If you put your inserts inside your bathing suit, you can wash the top with the inserts inside. When you are ready to wash your silicone inserts, hold your inserts under running warm water. Apply hand or dish soap to a washcloth, and clean the cups in a circular motion. Rinse off any remaining soap and water. Use a dime-sized amount of soap to wash your inserts. This should be plenty to use for both of them. Rather than machine drying your inserts, leave both your cloth and silicone inserts out to dry. If the inserts are folded or shaped oddly after the wash, you can reshape them with your hands before you lay them to dry. Silicone inserts will dry in about 30 minutes, and you can use a towel to pat them dry. Cloth inserts will dry in 2-4 hours. You can clip your inserts to a drying rack or leave them lying on a flat surface.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Go for drip coffee. Adjust the grind size of the coffee. Check that the water you use is not too hot. Keep your brewing equipment clean. Store leftover coffee in a thermos.

Answer:
Drip coffee or pour over coffee tends to have less bitterness than other brewing options like french press or espresso brewing. If you are trying to avoid bitter coffee, you may go for drip coffee at home or when you are getting coffee at a coffee shop. Avoid espresso brewing, such as an espresso shot or an Americano style coffee, as these tend to be the most bitter. If you brew your own coffee at home, the bitterness of the coffee will depend on the type of bean you use, the roasting method used on the beans, and the amount of beans you use. You may need to play around with your drip coffee method to find a brew that is not too bitter. If you prepare your own coffee at home, you should grind your own beans for the freshest coffee possible. When you do this, make sure you are not grounding the coffee too finely. Brewing methods like french press and drip brewing will require different grind sizes. Often, french press tastes less bitter if the grinds are coarse and not too fine. Drip coffee tends to taste less bitter if the grinds are medium fine rather than very fine. You may need to experiment with the grind size for your coffee depending on what type of brewing method you use. Finding the right grind size may improve the overall taste of your coffee, including the level of bitterness in the coffee. Another reason why your home brewed coffee may be bitter tasting is because you are using water that is too hot to brew the coffee. Using water that is too hot to brew the coffee can lead to more bitterness in your cup. You should aim for water temperatures between 195 degrees Fahrenheit (91 degrees Celsius) and 205 degrees Fahrenheit (96 degrees Celsius). Do not let the water boil to beyond 210 degrees Fahrenheit (98 degrees Celsius).  It may also be good to get into the habit of letting the water sit for a few minutes in the kettle so it can reduce in temperature before you pour it over your coffee grounds. Stirring the coffee grinds rapidly with a spoon once you have poured the water over them can also improve the flavor of the coffee. Make sure you rinse out all your brewing equipment every time you brew coffee. Residue grounds can end up getting into your next cup, affecting the flavor and perhaps making it too bitter. Use hot water to rinse out the drip coffee equipment as well as the french press equipment so it is clean for the next time you brew coffee at home. You should also let your brewing equipment air dry so it is clean and ready for use the following day. If you use the french press brewing method, you should always pour out any leftover coffee in the french press into a thermos to keep it warm. Leaving the coffee in the press will make the coffee more bitter as it will sit longer with the grinds. When you go to pour the leftover coffee in your cup, you may end up with a very bitter cup of coffee. You may also try to avoid having leftover coffee by measuring out the water by cup when you brew the coffee. For example, if you are planning to have two cups of coffee, one for you and a friend, you may measure out enough water for two cups exactly so you do not have to worry about leftover coffee sitting in the press.