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I'm 21 years old. Loved writing, drawing, and animals all my life. Published a book when I was 17 that I started writing when I was 12, called "Hide with the Wolves".Love the outdoors, camping, fishing, hiking. Had my beautiful baby girl April 8th, 2008!

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Sports & Recreation > Hiking & Backpacking What to know when hiking with children: 14 of 14
When you are looking to take a child on a hiking trip it can be a fun and exciting event for them, but you have to keep some things in mind.First there are some things you will want to bring along. Some kids enjoy carrying a light backpack with different things in them. It would be wise to pack a whistle for emergancies in c... More..
Pets & Animals > Rodents Tips for raising pet mice: 5 of 5
Mice can be very entertaining, fun, and friendly pets, but there are some things you must consider when deciding to make them pets. First off you will need a cage big enough for at least two mice as they are very social. I always used a 10 gallon glass aquarium with a mesh lid because it is escape proof, proper ventilation c... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Overview of extra-large dog breeds: 4 of 4
For many people, extra-large dogs seem to be the only choice with their generally calm nature and usually protective instincts. Not all dogs in this size category may show these two characteristics but most breeds do. There are many choices when it comes to selecting one of the extra-large dog breeds. Some of the excellent b... More..
Jobs & Careers > Health & Sciences Jobs Veterinary-related careers: 4 of 4
Growing up I always wanted to be a vet. I wanted to help animals in any way I could. However through the years I went from wanting to be a vet, to a vet tech, now will be graduating as a vet assistant. It took me a long time to figure out all the differences. Here I hope to let others know all the differences. Becoming a vet... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Best breeds of dogs for runners: 4 of 4
For someone who likes to run you must choose the right breed of dog. There are many active breeds, but there are also many who would not be suitable to go for long runs with someone. If you want a running partner you would not want to choose a very small breed or a very large breed. Small breeds such as Chihuahuas, Pomerania... More..
Pets & Animals > Rabbits Rabbit communication: What is your rabbit trying to tell you?: 3 of 3
You may be amazed at the wide range of ways that rabbits communicate. Just as most animals they have four basic ways of communicating that can let you into their world. These include Sounds, Body language, ear position and touch (there is really a fifth way, scent, but most of that language is not discernible by human noses)... More..
Pets & Animals > Rabbits How to feed pet rabbits: 3 of 3
The best diet for your pet rabbit is to feed as much timothy hay as they will eat and about a cup of pellets (depending on the size of the rabbit) to provide all the nutrients rabbits require. Feeding mostly greens doesn't provide enough nutrients. Greens and other veggies should be fed in moderation as they can cause diarrh... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Care & Health How to tell if your puppy has worms: 2 of 2
Most pups have worms, and there are a number of ways they get them. They can get them from the mother, from eating rodents, from fleas, from mosquitos (heartworm) and from other animals. Some worms cause pups (and other animals with worms)to have a "pot belly" appearance, however some worms, like tapeworm, causes them to app... More..
Sports & Recreation > Outdoors & Sportsman (Other) What to look for when buying a ground cloth: 2 of 2
A ground cloth is a tarp or waterproof sheet, usually made of polyethylene, canvas or coated nylon, that is placed under a tent to keep out moisture and provide some protection for the tent floor. It also will keep the outer floor of your tent clean so when it is rolled up and put away again you aren't packing dirt. It shoul... More..