Q: You can also find and wear a novelty chicken hat in place of this homemade model. Trace around the template with a fabric pen. Cut through both layers of red felt around the template. Sew the perimeter of the top edge of the comb together. Turn the shape right side out. Sew the remaining edge shut, while sewing it onto the white pilot cap. You should attach the chicken comb from the center front to the center back of the cap, like a mohawk. Once attached, the wool batting will keep the comb stiff. Tuck more into the comb before you finish sewing if it falls to the side.
A: Find a white pilot cap that ties underneath the chin. Fold a one-foot piece of red felt in half. Layer the two pieces of felt with the inside out. Stuff the comb with extra wool batting and pin it to the top of the cap.

Q: Pain can change a dog's behavior. Even a friendly dog in great pain will be more likely to bite.  Even a dog that has never bitten before may bite when approached if it is experiencing significant pain. A dog in pain may also bite if you touch or move a painful area. The natural response, when a painful area is touched, is to turn toward that area. The dog may try to bite out of instinct. You may first see warning signs such as growling. A dog on the verge of biting may pin its ears back or show its teeth. This is a natural protection mechanism that a dog may use to try to prevent further pain. A dog in pain may decrease its food consumption. If your dog suddenly has a decreased appetite, this may be a sign of pain. A dog with mouth pain may also drop food when it eats. A dog in pain may experience restlessness or an inability to get comfortable. Your dog may show this by pacing, repeatedly readjusting its position, or getting up and down frequently. A dog in pain may experience changes in its normal sleep schedule. A dog in pain may either sleep more than usual, or have difficulty sleeping. Unusual vocalizations including moaning, groaning, whimpering, yipping, and even growling can all be signs of pain.  These sounds may be associated with particular movements, such as when first getting up. That can help to give you a clue about the nature of the pain.  A dog that is normally vocal may also suddenly become quiet. Avoidance behaviors, such as hiding or shying away from contact with people or other animals are common when a dog is in pain. These behaviors are efforts to avoid potentially painful situations.  If your dog moves its head away when you try to pet it or makes other moves to avoid touch, this can be a sign it is in pain. Take note of such behaviors if your dog normally likes being touched. These behaviors can go along with a dog being more withdrawn and less interactive than normal. You may also notice an attitude of depression or mental dullness if your dog is experiencing pain.  Note that some dogs may seek more attention, rather than avoiding it, if they are in pain. You should take note of either avoidance or unusually high levels of attention-seeking behaviors. Being aware of your dog's normal bathroom habits can help you recognize many different problems.  When a dog is in pain you may notice that it exhibits a different posture when it urinates or defecates. For example, a male dog that normally lifts his leg to urinate might not. You may also see a change in how often your dog needs to do its business. Or, your dog may have accidents if it is painful for them to get to the area where they usually go. Pain can also change the consistency of a dog's stool, due to the related stress. It can also lead to constipation.
A: Beware of biting. Monitor your dog's eating. Watch for signs of restlessness. Notice sleep changes. Listen for changes in the dog's vocalization. Look for avoidance behaviors. Pay attention to your dog's potty habits.

Q: Hair is primarily protein and strong, healthy hair comes from “the inside”, despite what the makers of shampoos and conditioners advertise. Make sure you are getting enough high quality protein. The daily recommended amount of protein for adult men and women is 6-6.5 ounces and 5-5.5 ounces, respectively. You should try for a variety of sources of complete protein. These are foods which contain all the essential amino acids, the protein building blocks. Here is a list of some foods that are complete proteins:  Dairy products (eggs, cheese, milk, yogurt, etc.) Quinoa, a high fiber food with high levels of iron, magnesium and manganese Buckwheat, a grain that is high in vitamins and minerals Hempseed, which contains high levels of magnesium, zinc, iron and calcium Chia seeds, which contains high levels of omega-3 fatty acids Soy products, including tofu, tempeh and natto A combination of rice and beans. Rice is low in the amino acid lysine, which is important for healthy hair growth, whereas beans are high. In addition, beans have a low content of another amino acid, methionine, whereas rice is high. If you combine rice and beans, you have complete protein. B-vitamins are needed for healthy hair follicles and healthy hair growth. You should ensure that you eat a diet high in B-complex vitamins. Food options include:  Leafy green vegetables, like spinach, parsley, mustard greens, romaine lettuce, turnip greens, beet greens Other vegetables, including broccoli, beets, turnips and bell peppers Legumes, such as lentils Calf and beef liver, which is high in vitamin B12 Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to increase the numbers of hair strands. Increasing the amounts of omega-3 fatty acids in your diet may be a useful lifestyle change to help ameliorate hair loss. Good sources of omega-3s include salmon, mackerel, eggs, flaxseed oil, soybeans, chia seeds, walnuts, herring, sardines and bass. The only mineral that has been proven to be connected to hair loss is iron. While low zinc and low selenium have been implicated in hair loss, it is still unknown whether zinc or selenium deficiencies play a primary or secondary role in hair loss. Because the research on the relationship between minerals and hair loss and growth remains inconclusive, it's best that you are cautious in taking mineral supplements and follow any doctor's recommendations as well as manufacturer's instructions on the supplement's packaging. Wherever possible, try to get your minerals from your diet.  Food high in iron include:  Eggs Red meat (go for grass-fed beef or buffalo-- these are higher in omega-3 fats as well) Dark, leafy green vegetables Beans and lentils Liver   Foods high in zinc include:  Seafood and shellfish, oysters Spinach Pumpkin, squash, sunflower seeds Various nuts Frequent shampooing can strip the natural oils from your scalp and hair. Frequent shampooing doesn’t really cause hair loss, but if you are stripping the oils from your hair, it can make the hair more fragile. Many professionals advise their clients not to shampoo daily, but instead recommend hair washing two to three times a week. Avoid shampoos that are loaded with chemicals as it's unclear whether these chemicals may be part of the problem causing hair loss in the first place. You may want to avoid using products with ingredients like sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), parabens and ammonium chloride, especially if you have thin, fragile or treated hair. Conditioners can weigh down the roots of the hair and damage the hair follicles. Use a conditioner once or twice a week and avoid using conditioner directly on the scalp. Try a conditioner with natural ingredients. Good hair care products include those from Nature’s Gate, Babo Botanicals, WEN and Intelligent Nutrients. Let your wet hair air dry as often as you can manage. Blow drying your hair, especially on high heat, can cause further damage to and weakening of the strands.
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Consume protein. Get your vitamin B. Increase omega-3 fatty acids. Get your minerals. Avoid shampooing too frequently. Do not over-condition your hair. Allow your hair to air dry.