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How to give away a puppy
Spay or neuter the puppy.
Most new owners will want a spayed or neutered animal.
Low cost spay/neuter programs are available.
OPTIONS:
- Check with the aspca for a program in your area. Most veterinarians recommend spaying or neutering at 6-9 months of age.
- Most breeder programs require only one male puppy in order to accept an apartment. In some cases, building a breeding flock will allow the puppies to be available other than the males, so get it trained and put it in the breed that you desire to own.
- Buy a pre-spayed or neutered puppy and pay some registration fees. The registration process should be comfortable and painless for the new owner, including fees you typically pay to spay and neuter a puppy.
- You can get a solid for $40-$100. You can also ask the breeder if there are any spaying and neutering services in the area.

answer: Check with the aspca for a program in your area. Most veterinarians recommend spaying or neutering at 6-9 months of age.

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How to change a bad report card
Pay closer attention in class.
The best way to change your grades, of course, is to do it the right way. Show up to class every day and make an effort to be actively engaged in your lessons.
OPTIONS:
- If a teacher or a parent is asking you questions about your current grade, focus on answering their questions honestly and without asking anything personal. Good luck! Choose a class on which you will be a positive influence.
- When teachers see you're engaged in your classes, they'll be more inclined to stay on your good side. Of course, in times of stress, you may be more willing to take notes.
- Sit with good posture, keep your hands by your side, and make eye contact with your teacher throughout class. If you have trouble staying engaged, walk with your teacher as you work past him.
- Take notes that you can review later to better familiarize yourself with the material. With time, you'll find that your understanding of the subject is steadily improving.

answer: Take notes that you can review later to better familiarize yourself with the material. With time, you'll find that your understanding of the subject is steadily improving.

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How to prune conifers
Prune conifers in late winter or early spring.
In general, conifers should be pruned in late winter or early spring to encourage lush, healthy new branches and foliage in the spring. There is also less risk of fungal infections at this time of the year because the bark is more easily damaged while the trees are growing.
OPTIONS:
- Avoid pruning conifers in autumn, after they are dormant. During the winter, conifers should be pruned using a tool like a chainsaw.
- In this case, pruning before winter actually causes new growth to form, rather than a regrowth cycle to continue. Trim conifers based on their size.
- In mature trees, leafy canopy growth will generally increase about ,. A large number of young conifers will require pruning approximately the same time as their younger cousins.
- Choose sharp, correctly-sized tools. The tools used for pruning conifers should always be sharp, as this is safer and more effective.

answer:
Choose sharp, correctly-sized tools. The tools used for pruning conifers should always be sharp, as this is safer and more effective.