Problem: Article: Squeeze a few drops of food coloring over the clay, then knead to mix in the color. Continue to add food coloring until you reach your desired color. If you like, you can also add glitter to your clay to make it sparkly. Put the clay back into the pot and heat it over medium heat. Stir the clay as it warms to prevent it from sticking to the saucepan and burning. Remove the pot from the heat when your clay reaches the consistency you like. You can skip this step if you're already happy with your clay. Don't touch the clay while it's hot, as you could get burned. Instead, spread the clay out on a baking sheet or the counter to let it cool down. When it feels just slightly warm, it's ready for use. You can play with your clay or sculpt something out of it. If you do make a model or keepsake, you can preserve it by letting it dry. The clay will air dry if you let it sit out. Make sure you leave the clay untouched for at least 2 days so your sculpture doesn't get messed up. Your clay will dry out in the air, so it's important to put it away between uses. You can expect your clay to last for about 2 weeks if you consistently put it away in an airtight container. The best storage containers for this type of clay are plastic bags with a zipper or Tupperware.
Summary: Add a few drops of food coloring if you'd like colored clay. Heat the mixture until it starts to feel thick, if necessary. Let the clay cool to room temperature before you play with it. Allow your clay to air dry for 2 days if you want to preserve it. Store your clay in an airtight container when you're not using it.

Problem: Article: To help teach your dog bite inhibition, you will have to show them that bites are painful. Let the dog play with your hand, and when they bite too hard, make a sharp yelping noise. You may also say something like "That was bad" or "No" in a stern voice. When the dog stops biting you, praise the dog. Only do this activity in brief spurts in a short period of time. You should not let the dog nip more than three times in fifteen minutes. After fifteen minutes are up, end the activity. To teach your dog that biting (even play biting) hurts you or makes you sad, you can also yelp or cry out loudly when he does it. Once you have started teaching the dog that biting can hurt, you should start "doggy time out." If the dog nips you or your clothing, say "ouch" sharply. Stand up abruptly and walk away out of the room. Do not play with your dog again until they have calmed down. If you do this every time they nip you, they will learn that it is unacceptable to bite or mouth you. A taste deterrent is an edible spray that tastes bad to dogs, and it can discourage the dog from nipping you or your clothing. You can apply this spray to your clothing and skin for up to two weeks. If you do not want to put it on your bare hands, spray a pair of cotton gloves and wear those while you play with your dog. You can buy taste deterrents that are safe to use on dogs from your vet or local pet store. Some common taste deterrents include: Grannick's Bitter Apple Spray or Gel Veterinarian's Best Bitter Cherry Spray Bitter YUCK! No Chew Spray Nature's Miracle No-Chew Bitter Dog Spray Apple cider vinegar A homemade version made from cayenne pepper and petroleum jelly If you are having difficulty training your dog yourself, you may have to call a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT) or behaviorist. They may be able to identify what is and is not working with your training regimen, and they can train your dog according to their unique needs. You can find a CPDT through the The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers or the The Association of Professional Dog Trainers. CPDTs often offer both group classes and individual sessions. Hitting your dog when they nip you may only cause the behavior to worsen. The dog may react defensively or aggressively towards you. They also become shy around humans or start to cower when somebody moves their hand. The best way to train a dog is by rewarding their good behavior. Ignoring the dog by walking away or giving them dog a verbal cue like "no" can also help instill good behavior in the dog.
Summary: Let your dog mouth your hand. Put the dog in time out. Spray taste detergent on your hands and clothes. Hire a certified professional dog trainer. Avoid hitting the dog when they play-bite.

Problem: Article: If your toe is fractured, it's going to hurt when you put your weight on it, or when pressed on. You will probably still be able to walk, but moving around might make the pain worse. The presence of pain does not necessarily mean that the toe is broken, but persistent pain can be an indication of a fracture or break. If putting weight on your toe is excruciatingly painful, you might have a bad break. In this case, you should see a doctor right away. Minor fractures aren't as painful, and may not need medical treatment. Tingling in addition to pain could indicate a fracture. See a doctor right away.
Summary:
Assess your pain level.