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Puppies are not used to sleeping alone. Since they were born, they've most likely been snoozing alongside their mother and other pups from their litter. It can be traumatic for them to learn to sleep on their own in their own beds. The best way to keep th...

Everyone faces rejection at some point, and sooner or later we’ve all seen both sides of it. Turning someone down takes a little skill and tact, but it doesn’t have to make things awkward or mean the end of a friendship. We talked with a group of dating c...

Don't you just hate it when your parents back you into a corner and get everything out of you? Believe it or not, there is a way to get around this and hold your own when you get confronted. This method isn't about winning as much as it is about minimiz...

Moving schools is challenging in any situation, but can be particularly difficult in the middle of the school year. Making new friends, settling into new routines, and becoming acquainted with new teachers can all be draining and intimidating for your chi...

Have you and a friend had a fall-out because of an argument or nasty disagreement? Did one or both of you say things you didn’t mean? Overcoming a fight with a friend can be a trying process, and you will have to learn to compromise and see past your emot...

When you have purchased a bare-rooted rose plant from the nursery or garden centre, it is important to know how to plant it well so that it gets a good head start. Nurseries purchase bare rooted rose bushes direct from the grower who has already taken the...

Imagine the possibilities when you have a secret language known to only you and a few select friends. You can pass notes to each other that are incomprehensible to anyone who might intercept them, or you can talk to each other without others knowing what...

Budgerigars, or budgies for short, are delightful birds that make great pets. In fact, they are the third most-kept pet after dogs and cats. This Australian bird costs little to keep, is happy in a home environment, and will even try to copy your words ov...

Tired of Vista, but feel you have to still use it? Well, why stick with Vista, when you can upgrade to Microsoft's new release, Windows 7? Follow these steps to join the Windows 7 rave. The first 4 steps are optional, but strongly recommended.

The Shih Tzu dog is a very friendly and active dog, but a stubborn one as well. Training a Shih Tzu takes longterm dedication and time, but it is worthwhile as it can foster a healthy, happy relationship between you and your pet.

Bichon Frises are highly trainable dogs who are driven by a desire to please their owners. However, for housebreaking especially, Bichons can be stubborn and difficult to train. A combination of consistency, dedication, and positive reinforcement are nece...

This wikiHow teaches you how to recognize signs that your computer or account has been hacked, as well as how to take proactive steps to prevent further hacking. Keep in mind that the bulk of modern "hacking" involves either stealing computer or account i...

The idea of a selfish mother may sound like something of an oxymoron but unfortunately it can be a very real, damaging, and challenging situation to cope with. The challenge of dealing with a selfish mother arises in part because selfish people tend to ac...

Being a singer songwriter is a dual craft - you must be both a good lyricist and an excellent performer to be successful. Having a strong background in music is key, but you must also be willing to put in the work to improve your singing and writing skill...

Beauty is a word with endless meaning. Despite this, it does tend to describe a positive energy coming from within, not a state achieved by make-up and varnish. If you want others to feel that you are beautiful, you need to feel the same about yourself, b...

Making proper right turns, left turns, and U-turns just takes practice. When making turns, always remember to turn on your blinker, reduce your speed, and check for oncoming traffic and pedestrians. When making U-turns, make sure to check for road signs t...