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A breeder, trainer, and owner of 6 Chinese Crested Dogs. She is a pet nutrition specialist and is knowledgeable about small pets like gerbils and guinea pigs as well as various dog breeds like the Akita, Neapolitan Mastiff, and pit bulls. Her Chinese Crested

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Pets & Animals > Rodents Assessing hamsters, mice, and gerbils as pets for kids: 1 of 22
When going to the pet store to pick out a pet for your kids, cuddly rodents seem to be the most desired especially hamsters, mice, and gerbils. However, many people do not disclose all the facts. Of the three and because I was a gerbil breeder in the past, gerbils are the least suggested for children under the age of 8. Gerbi... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Describe yourself: 51 of 294
This poem is about who I am and how I came to be. It is a poem that reflects on inter-racial relationships, bi-racial children, reverse racism, being a woman in the military, domestic violence, and how I still survived through strength and perseverance.This Story is My LifeCopyright 2007. O. Maxwell. All rights reserved.You s... More..
Travel > United States Guide to Prince William Forest Park, Virginia: 1 of 5
Prince William Forest Park is located in Triangle, Virginia just 20 minutes from Manassas and Fredericksburg, Virginia and only 45 minutes from Washington, DC. This hidden treasure has over 37 miles of hiking trails and over 21 miles of bicycle trails on over 15,000 acres of forest. It is one of the largest in the National Ca... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Training Using treats in training your dog: 2 of 9
Using treats in training has always been a large debate amongst dog trainers. In over 10 years of training basic obedience, I have found it more rewarding to not use treats until the advancement into advance obedience or activities. By building the dog's willingness to obey without a food reward, you build the desire to pleas... More..
Pets & Animals > Dogs (Other) Pros and cons of dog breeding: 2 of 7
To breed or not to breed dogs is a question all dog owners should ask themselves before acquiring a puppy. If a dog owner is not interested in breeding or showing their dog in conformation, then the owner should purchase a limited registration dog (pet quality), which means that the dog should be purchased on a spay/neuter co... More..
Hobbies & Games > Crafts (Other) How to stay safe making candles and soaps: 2 of 7
Making candles and soaps involves being careful because you are dealing with melted wax and soap base that can run a temperature upwards of 170 to 180 degrees F! One slip, one drop-can easily lead to a second or third degree liquid burn! So here is your "How to Stay Safe Making Candles and Soaps for Dummies" guide:1. Make sur... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Jobs How to make a living as a poet: 8 of 26
I am a poet, spoken word artist and published author. As a poet, I have been able to make money by selling my book, CD, and charging appearance fees. But I can not lie and tell you that the earning was easy. To make a living as a poet, you must be willing to sacrifice your time in order to deliver and advertise your craft. Yo... More..
Hobbies & Games > Crafts (Other) Easy soap-making projects for beginners and kids: 3 of 8
There are two soap projects included for children ages 4 years and up. These are the ingredients needed for the first project of making melt and pour soap:1. Glycerin soap white or clear. You can also buy bars of glycerin soap that you can melt down as well. The recommended bar is Neutrogena. 2. Soap colorant.3. Soap fragranc... More..
Hobbies & Games > Crafts (Other) How to use flower petals in soap making: 3 of 6
There are many ways to be expressive through the use of flowers (dried and silk) in soap making. By embedding flowers into soap, it takes romance to another level than your soap gift basket from the local mall store. Dried Flowers.Cut 1 to 2 inch stems varying in color like buttercups, lavender, wheat grass, etc. Make a .5 in... More..
Hobbies & Games > Crafts (Other) How to make loofah soap: 3 of 6
Loofah sponge is an excellent exfoliator. It can be immersed into clear glycerin soap base with fragrance. If colorant is used, it should be light so that the loofah sponge is visible. Cut the loofah open and in sections. Choose a mold with a rounded top. Then, cut the soap into smaller blocks. Put them in a microwaveable mea... More..