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How to Diagnose Mastitis in Dogs
Mastitis is a bacterial infection that occurs in some female dogs who have just given birth and are nursing. The first step in figuring out if a dog has mastitis is recognizing the symptoms, such as swollen mammary glands or problems with the puppies. You...
How to File a Claim Against a Construction Contractor's Bond
Most states require construction contractors to be licensed and bonded. The bond is similar to an insurance contract – if the contractor fails to perform in any way under the contract, you can file a claim against the bond to get the money you're owed. De...
How to Defeat Diablos in Final Fantasy VIII
FFVIII marks Diablos' first major appearance in the franchise as a Guardian Force (summon). His magic attacks are gravity-based, meaning they inflict damage equal to a certain percentage of the opponent's current HP. Hence, obtaining Diablos is extremely...
How to Avoid Open Container Law Violations
In most parts of the United States, open containers of alcohol are prohibited in moving vehicles. You also typically can't drink alcohol while walking down the street or hanging out with friends on public property, such as in a park. The rules vary widely...
How to Leave a Channel on Slack
Channels in Slack are group chatrooms for different projects in your company or group. You can leave any of your channels at any time using the menu or by entering special text commands. You can rejoin public channels after leaving them, but if you leave...
How to Send a Word Document
No matter your platform, there’s no shortage of ways to send a Microsoft Word document to anyone on the Internet. Most cloud services (such as Google Drive and Dropbox) feature the ability to send documents directly from their desktop and mobile apps. You...
2 Quick Ways to Pay Someone on the Venmo App
Are you trying to send money to a friend or relative on Venmo? If you owe someone funds, you can easily pay them using the Venmo app. You'll just need to have a verified Venmo account, a connected bank account, and available funds. Once you send money to...
How to Talk to Your Partner About Your Wants and Needs
In a relationship, you may expect your partner to know all of your wants and needs. However, if you have never told your partner what you need or want, they may not know. To communicate your needs and wants to your partner, you have to first figure out wh...
How to Revive an Orchid Plant
Orchids are beautiful flowers that bloom in cycles. Just because the flowers have fallen off doesn’t mean that the orchid is dead—it’s simply in a dormant phase and will likely flower again. You can encourage blooming by pruning and repotting an orchid. B...
How to Clean a Pickup Truck
Pickup trucks can be used for towing, hauling different types of cargo, camping and for off-roading. Many of these activities expose them to more dirt than a regular car. Cleaning a pickup truck, particularly the truck bed, can be quite challenging, but w...
How to Avoid Going to Court when Filing for Bankruptcy
In a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, any assets that aren't exempt are sold to pay a portion of your debts and the rest are discharged. For this type of bankruptcy, you typically won't have to go to court. You must attend a creditors' meeting, which doesn't involve...
How to Install Windows 95 With a Disk
Did you know that you can still install Windows 95 on a PC? If you can get your hand on a Windows 95 installation disk, check out our guide on installing this vintage version of Windows on your computer.
How to Legally Get a Scram Device Removed Early
A SCRAM bracelet is usually ordered after you have been convicted of a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charge. The bracelet continuously monitors your alcohol consumption by testing the alcohol content in your sweat. The bracelet is usually attached to...
How to Avoid Aiding and Abetting Family with an Active Warrant
An “accessory after the fact” is someone who helps a criminal hide from police.[1] X Research source You can be charged as an accessory if you aid or abet your family member with an active warrant in any way. To avoid illegally helping your...
How to Get Guardianship of a Younger Sibling
If you're over the age of 18 and your parents die or become unable to care for your younger sibling, you may want to seek guardianship so that you can care for them yourself. To do so, you must file a petition with the court in the county where your sibli...
How to Tell Your Partner About Your Eating Disorder
Recovering from an eating disorder can be a difficult journey. Admitting to your partner that you have an eating disorder may bring up feelings of inadequacy, shame, or guilt. However, your partner may be a great source of strength and support. To tell yo...