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How to Filter Fluoride from Water
Fluoride is an element commonly added to drinking water. Exposure to some fluoride through drinking water can be healthy and help preserve tooth and bone density. However, too much fluoride can lead to aesthetic and structural problems with teeth and othe...
How to Tell when Lotus Root Has Gone Bad
Lotus root is a root commonly used in east Asian food. While it is a versatile ingredient that adds flavor to many dishes, it also spoils somewhat quickly. For people who haven’t used it much, it may be difficult to tell if lotus root has spoiled. However...
How to Make a Crate Divider
Crate dividers make it a snap to house train puppies by keeping them from using the bathroom in their sleeping area. While some crates come with detachable dividers, these usually drive up the price quite a bit. Fortunately, you can make your own divider...
How to Make a Boho Skirt
A boho skirt is a long, flowing, multi-tiered skirt that is great for renaissance fairs, belly dancing, or for a bohemian look. You can make a boho skirt using one color of fabric or multiple colors of fabric, but keep in mind that this type of skirt requ...
How to Handle Anorexia in Guinea Pigs
If your guinea pig is eating less or if they have stopped eating at all, they are experiencing anorexia. Anorexia in guinea pigs is typically a symptom of a larger problem. If your guinea pig has stopped eating or if they are eating less, they should see...
How to Floor an Attic
Adding a floor to an attic can increase storage space or create a new room. Before you start creating a floor for your attic, you must make sure that it can handle the additional load. Then, you'll need to build a grid-like structure that can hold up the...
How to Get Your Ferret Vaccinated
Ferrets make great pets, but like other animals they are vulnerable to illnesses. Ferrets can contract diseases like rabies, heartworm, canine distemper, Aleutian disease virus, and the influenza virus.[1] X Research source Luckily, you can...
How to React when Your Gerbil Bites or Scratches
Gerbils can give everything from a playful nibble to a painful scratch to a serious bite. If yours has some bad biting or scratching behavior, the best thing to do is to react calmly. Gerbils are sensitive readers of emotion, and if yours thinks you are s...
How to Cut a Pixie Cut
Long hair is beautiful, but it takes a lot of maintenance and effort. Short hair is much easier to take care of, and it can be both beautiful and fun. It is suitable for most face shapes (especially long and heart-shaped faces!) and hair textures, includi...
How to Flourish Cards
Card flourishing is a performance art that uses a regular deck of playing cards to create visually impressive tricks. These tricks are meant to look difficult and wow an audience. One of the fundamental skills for a beginner to master is the straddle grip...
How to Feed a Ferret
Ferrets have small digestive systems but big appetites, which means that they need frequent meat-based meals. Fortunately, there are many ways to give them a nutritionally complete diet. Dry pellets, wet canned food, and raw meats are all great options fo...
How to Care for Abyssinian Guinea Pigs
With their tufted coats and spunky personalities, Abyssinian guinea pigs make excellent companions. While they’re easy to care for, they’re a little higher maintenance than other guinea pig breeds. [1] X Research source They’re social and hav...
How to Throw a Bonfire Birthday Party
A bonfire birthday party is a fabulous idea for someone who enjoys the outdoors. When setting up the party, it's important that there are fun things to do and food for people to eat. If you set everything up with a forest-theme in mind, you can throw a me...
How to Make Cat Kibble
Making your own cat food is a great way to control exactly what nutrients your cat is getting on a daily basis. Plus, homemade food is often easier for your cat to digest. Try making dry kibble, which you can store for up to 3 weeks in the fridge. Supplem...
How to Care for a Gaited Horse
Gaited horses are a collection of horses breeds that have been bred to achieve smooth, natural gaits. Gaited horses have a fifth gait, where most other horses only have four. These horses--such as the Rocky Mountain Horse, Spotted Saddle Horse, Peruvian P...
How to Keep a Gerbil Safe Around Other Pets
You'd love to have some little furry friends around, and who could blame you? Gerbils are adorable! However, you're justifiably worried about bringing gerbils into a home with other pets. After all, dogs and cats consider these small animals prey. However...