Article: your dachshund. Use special dog shampoo to wash your dachshund. If your dog has short hair, you should give your dog a bath once every three months. If your dog has long hair, you may need to bath her more frequently. Use a spray hose and wet all of your dog’s fur, but do not wet the areas around her eyes, ears, and nose. Then massage the shampoo into your dog’s fur. Rinse all of the shampoo out and then dry her off with a towel. Offer your dachshund plenty of praise and a treat after baths to help him to associate bath time with good things. your dachshund. If your dachshund has short hair, you may only need to brush him once a week. If your dachshund has long hair, you will need to brush him daily 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 and give him a treat when you are finished so that he associates brushing with good things. your dog's nails. To clip your dachshund’s nails, you will need a special nail clipper for dogs. You can purchase one in a pet store. You may also need to get your dachshund used to you handling his nails before you try to clip them. If your dachshund is wary of you touching his feet and nails, help him get used to it by petting his feet and touching his toes. Give him praise and a treat when he lets you touch his toes. After he becomes comfortable with you touching his feet, you can try to clip his nails.  Make sure that you do not cut too far down or you may hit the quick of his nail. This area is very sensitive and may cause bleeding. If you are concerned about hurting your dog while trimming his nails, ask your vet to show you how or have a professional groomer trim your dog’s nails. 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.
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Article: Though itself just a symptom, you can recognize pink eye by the variety of different effects it has on your eyes. You may experience pink eye symptoms in one eye or both, and they commonly include:  Itching or burning sensations Excessive tearing The sensation of grittiness in your eyes Discharge Eyelid swelling Pinkish discoloration to the sclera (white portion of your eye) Light sensitivity “Allergic conjunctivitis” (actually allergic keratitis) mimics the symptoms of pink eye. However, the symptoms are simply related to exposure to an allergen rather than a bacterial or viral infection (which are the primary causes of pink eye). You may also notice temporary runny nose and sneezing while exposed to the allergen that subsides within several hours of removing the substance from your surrounding area.  In the case of allergies, symptoms will likely be most pronounced during spring and fall when pollen counts are highest. Other common allergens include cat or dog dander.  Seasonal allergies rarely require medical intervention. Try taking an over-the-counter (OTC) allergy medication as directed by the manufacturer. If you’ve recently been exposed to higher than normal amounts of noxious chemicals (such as air pollution or chlorine in a swimming pool), then this can irritate your eyes in a way that mimics pink eye as well. If the removing your exposure to the irritant doesn’t stop the pink eye symptoms within 24 to 36 hours, then you should see your doctor. If the irritant is an industrial chemical or cleaner, then you should immediately flush your eyes with a sterile solution for at least fifteen minutes while rotating your eyes to flush around your entire eyeball. You can call the Poison Control Center at (800) 222-1222 for more information regarding dangerous chemical exposure to your eyes. If — based on the previous criteria — you’re fairly certain that you have pink eye, you should consult your physician for a precise diagnosis. In addition to clarifying your diagnosis, your doctor will also determine the best treatment regimen for your case. Bacterial conjunctivitis will require a different treatment plan than viral conjunctivitis, for instance. While typically reserved for severe cases or those that haven’t responded to other treatment options, you doctor may also ask you to submit to diagnostic testing to determine the exact strain of bacteria causing your pink eye. This will commonly include an eye exam and possibly even samples swabbed from your infected eye for analysis in a lab.  Your doctor may also run these tests if she suspects that the pink eye has been caused by a sexually transmitted infection (STI) such as chlamydia or gonorrhea.  If your doctor determines that your pink eye is due to allergic conjunctivitis, but you don’t know what it is you’re allergic to, then she may recommend allergy testing. This will help you determine the allergens to which you should avoid exposure.  Though rare, another diagnostic technique is a conjunctival incisional biopsy, which removes a small amount of tissue from the conjunctiva for microscopic examination. This will only be if your doctor suspects a tumor or a granulomatous disease, which affects your immune system’s ability to fight off certain bacteria and fungi.
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Recognize the symptoms. Note exposure to any allergens. Note exposure to any irritants. See your doctor. Submit to any diagnostic testing.
Article: A camera phone will not take good pictures of the moon--they will turn out blurry and distant. It’s best to use the highest-quality camera you can obtain. Lens quality is more important than camera quality, so many camera models will be suitable once the right lens is applied. A high mm measurement on a lens means that the lens can zoom in at a greater distance. Get the highest mm lens you can. More than 300mm is the best, but you can also take good moon photos with a 200mm lens. Stability is very important when photographing the moon. Even the slightest jiggle can result in a blurry photo, so you will need a tripod. Pick a tripod with adjustable legs in case of uneven terrain. Touching the camera to take a picture can wobble it and blur your picture. A shutter release cable allows you to take the shot without touching the camera again once it's set up. If you don't have a cable, use the shutter delay set to 3-10 seconds.
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Use a high-quality camera. Choose a lens that is 200mm or higher. Use a tripod. Get a shutter release cable.