Each feather must be equal in length to each stave, and the feathers must be equal in length to one another.  Use a yardstick to measure the staves and feathers. Make sure that the quill portion of each feather can extend all the way down the bottom set of double holes on the stave. If the quill is too long, trim it with heavy scissors until it reaches an appropriate length. Note that the feathers should be at least 4 inches (10 cm) wide and 18 inches (46 cm) long. Hold one stave together with one feather. The quill of the feather should be positioned on the back (undecorated) side of the stave.  The feather should curl downward when held with the stave on top. Make sure that the feather plume hangs down over the squared end of the stave. The stave end marked by a single hole should fall below the quill of the feather and in the opposite direction of the feather plume. Locate the lowest set of double holes in the stave. Insert a small cable tie through one of these holes from the back, then loop it all the way around both the stave and the feather.  Ideally, the color of the cable tie should match the color of the stave. Some staves have more than two sets of double holes. If the quill of the feather does not extend down to the lowest set of double holes, you can thread the cable tie through a higher set. Make sure that you can use at least two separate sets of double holes per feather and stave, however. Close the cable tie over the feather side. Make sure that you have closed it as tightly as possible so that the feather does not slip out. Thin wire or v-shaped wires can be used instead of cable ties, if desired. Use pliers to twist the wires closed at the feather side of the stave. Loop a second cable tie around the feather and stave inside the top set of double holes. As before, you should close the cable tie as tightly as possible over the feather side of the stave. Line up one feather with each stave and secure the two together with two cable ties.  When finished, you should have 12 identical feathered staves. Use heavy scissors or side cutters to trim the end of each cable tie.

Summary: Trim the feathers. Hold the feather and stave together. Tie the feather in place with a cable tie. Secure with a second cable tie. Repeat with the remaining staves.


Changes in a household can cause stress that triggers a cat's insecurity, leading him to spray to claim his space. If your cat has been spraying, establishing a routine can reduce his stress and eliminate spraying.  Feed your cat at the same time each day, and keep his litter box, bed, and toys in the same areas.  If you have company, put your cat in a separate room. This is especially important if your visitors have cats of their own whose scents may be transmitted via their clothing. This can trigger stress, and in turn spraying.  Certain pheromone sprays, available at most pet stores, are designed to calm cats. If you know a big change is coming, such as a new household member or pet, investing in one of these sprays can help cats transition. If you live in a multiple cat household, spraying is often a result of a cat's territorial nature. Making sure all your cats have adequate space can reduce spraying.  Provide multiple perches. Cats love to be up high to observe. You can either clear a window sill or space on a bookshelf or purchase cat condos/cat trees from local pet stores.  Have multiple sources of food, water, scratching posts, and toys available.  Provide more than one litter box. Although spraying is different from urinating, limited litter box space can trigger territorial responses like spraying. Invest in more than one litter box, and scoop both daily. Repeated spraying often comes in response to the scent of a cat's urine, especially in multiple cat households. Pet odors needs to be neutralized in order to stop recurrence.  Anything that can be washed in a washing machine should be, using standard detergent.  A concoction made from 50% water and 50% white vinegar can be placed in a spray bottle and squirted onto surfaces where a cat has sprayed. This neutralizes the odor and discourages future spraying.  Local pet stores, branches of Petco, and even some supermarkets and department stores sell cleaners laced with synthetic pheromones and certain enzymes that remove odors that encourage spraying. Oftentimes, conflict with a neighborhood cat results in spraying. Even if your cat is not allowed outdoors, if they see or smell a cat through the window they may resort to spraying.  Move furniture your cat likes to perch on away from the window. Consider investing in a cat tree to give them an alternative resting spot.  Close windows, blinds, or doors.  Consider attaching a motion detection devise to your lawn sprinkler, which will cause the sprinkler to squirt water towards your cat when he goes to the window. A new baby can cause spraying as your cat wants to make sure his territory is not being invaded. You need to ease your cat into this transition to make sure he doesn't start spraying.  Keep on a schedule, even if it's tough. When the new baby, your schedule will probably change dramatically. Try as best you can to keep consistent with your cats feeding, sleeping, litter box cleaning schedule. Do not give your cat extra attention before the baby arrives, as he will become accustom to added affection. This will result in a bigger letdown when the baby comes, which might make your cat act out for attention. Introduce new toys and baby supplies to your cat by letting him smell and examine them after unwrapping. Anything with a new or unfamiliar smell can cause spraying.

Summary: Keep things routine. Make sure your cats are getting enough space. Clean the urine thoroughly. Limit contact with the outdoors. Help cats adjust to any new family members.


The Running Man became a popular dance move again as it gained popularity on social media. Many people recorded their moves and shared it online to participate in this viral dance challenge. To show off your new moves, use a recorder or the video recording feature on your cell phone to capture your moves.  Ask a friend or family member to join you. Think of fun, interesting places to do the Running Man to make others laugh. Dance in a parking lot outside of school, or bundle up in warm clothes and dance in your yard after a snow storm. Once you have recorded your dance, upload it to Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, or another social media website. Let your friends and family enjoy the dance craze challenge. As you upload your video, use the hashtag #RunningManChallenge in the description or the comments section. This will help others find your post more easily.
Summary: Record your dance moves. Upload the video to social media. Use the appropriate hashtag.