Problem: Article: Because of the varying body types between dogs of the same breed, what your dog looks like is actually the ultimate test of whether it is overweight or not. Checking its profile from both the top and the side will give you a good idea of your dog's current condition.  When standing above your dog and looking directly down at their back you should see an obvious waist in front of the rear legs and a definite difference between the chest and the abdomen.   When looking at your dog from the side, you should be able so see a difference between the size of the chest and abdomen. Your dog should have a waist that is easily noticeable and its abdomen should be closer to its spine than its chest.   A broad, flat back and a sagging abdomen can indicate that a dog is overweight. Another method for evaluating your dog's weight is the "rib test". Put your hands on either side of your dog's chest and feel for their ribs. In a normal weight dog, you should not be able to see their ribs, but you should be able to easily feel and count each individual rib. If you can't do this easily, it is a sign that your dog is overweight. There are several good charts available on the internet that give an ideal weight range based on your dog's breed. Keep in mind that these ranges are based on averages and what's typical for each breed listed. Each dog should ultimately be evaluated as an individual.  Depending on its size you may be able to get an accurate weight at home. If you want to weigh your dog at home, first weigh yourself and then pick up your dog (if you can) and weigh you and your dog together. By subtracting your weight from the what you both weighed together you will get your dog's weight. Always use the same method for weighing to keep the results as accurate as possible. A visit to your vet is a great time to easily get an accurate weight and also get their recommendations on a healthy weight for your dog.
Summary: Evaluate how your dog looks. Do a "rib test" on your dog. Weigh your dog.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If fear is a part of your daily life, and especially if it lowers your quality of life or never leaves your mind, you may be experiencing anxiety, or a psychological phobia.  A therapist will be able to help you by providing objective insight into what may be causing your fear, helping you understand common causes of fear or anxiety, and outlining practical treatments (this will sometimes include medication). If you’re not ready to talk with a mental-health professional, at least share your fears with a trusted person in your life. You might benefit from preparing yourself beforehand when you’re entering a situation that may cause you fear. If you prepare yourself mentally for an anxiety- or fear-inducing situation, the situation will not take you by surprise.  For example, if you’re frightened by public places, then you might prepare by imagining yourself walking into a public place. Plan out how you will act and feel ahead of time. Some things you might consider include: Will you speak to people? How will you make your way through the crowd? What people and things might you see? Taking good care of yourself on a daily basis may also help to improve your mental health, which may reduce the chances that you will feel anxious or fearful as you go about your day. Some things you can do to feel your best include:  Getting at least 8 hours of sleep every night. Eating healthily. Avoiding consuming too much caffeine. Exercising regularly. Making time for relaxation every day, such as doing 15 minutes of yoga or meditation every morning.

SUMMARY: Meet with a counselor or therapist. Prepare yourself to encounter your fears. Take good care of yourself.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you started out strong, don't forget to end your conversations strong. Know when to stop texting. You can't keep conversations forever. There always comes a time when there is nothing left to say.  When you feel like both of you are struggling for something to say, end your conversations immediately. Measure the response. Try to sense if the person likes you or not. If the person doesn't respond much, the person is probably not interested in flirting with you, and you should just end the conversation for good. You should set up your next interaction before you go. Say something like “Message me again sometime”, or “Let’s talk again tomorrow?” Don’t just say “Bye!” Tell the other person why you are leaving and what will you be doing. If you are going to meet up with the person, don't be afraid to say that you can't wait to see him/her. Avoid an awkward good-bye. Say that you had fun and it was great talking with him/her. Just keep it simple and casual. Many Tinder users don't want to keep chatting through the app, as it's fairly impersonal. If you're enjoying the flirt, get their number so your chats can become more relatable. Hearing the other person's voice can do a lot for your connection. Instead of asking for a phone number, you might find more success in offering yours first, and letting the other person know that there's no pressure if they don't want to use it. Tinder is a dating service, and many people expect to be able to meet the user at the other end of the message. If you two are making a connection, you owe it to the other person to meet up at least once to see where it goes.  Pick a safe location where you and the other person will both feel comfortable. Avoid the clichéd "dinner and a movie" first meeting. Instead, meet for lunch or for drinks and see where the conversation goes. See this guide for more first date tips.
Summary:
Leave them wanting more. Get a phone number. Schedule a meet up.