Q: Put your weight on the stirrup, not on your arms. If you're using a western saddle, your hand can rest the pommel for balance, but do not grab it tightly or pull yourself up with it. As your foot hits the stirrup, the horse will sense the shift in weight. Many poorly trained horses will move away from the weight of your body at this point. Traditionally, horses are always mounted and dismounted from the left side, regardless of whether you are right- or left-handed. When your horse is completely still, and with your foot in the stirrup, start to move your right leg over its back. If your horse starts to move while you are doing so, dismount completely and make it stop again. Don't try to mount anyway as the animal walks out from under you. This is dangerous and encourages bad habits. If the horse allows you to mount, you're ready to begin riding. If the horse begins to move away, immediately remove your foot and take up the slack in the reins. This will teach the horse that you won't want it to move once it feels your weight in the stirrup. Trying to mount while the horse is still moving will teach them that they do not have to stand still. If you need to move the horse back to the starting position, apply pressure on the animal's chest to send it moving backward. You can also keep the horse from moving away by taking up slack from the reins. Alternately, if the horse tries to walk off, keep the reins short so the horse is forced to walk in a small circle. Wait until the horse stops moving, then try putting your foot in the stirrup again.
A: Place your left foot in the stirrup on the left side of the horse. Step into the stirrup and swing your right leg over the horse's back. Stop mounting immediately if your horse moves away. Push the horse back if it walks away from you as you mount.

Article: A few times a week, check your dog's eyes, nose, and ears for discoloration, discharge, and any other signs of illness. Check its head, neck, stomach, and limbs for any unusual lumps or growths, and feel its belly and ribs to monitor its weight. Listen to its breathing, and notice any wheezing, coughing, or labored breathing. Bring your dog to the vet if you notice any unusual symptoms. If your dog has any known health issues, ask the vet how you should monitor its condition. Take note if your dog seems to be excessively thirsty or stops eating or drinking. Keep track of how frequently it urinates and has bowel movements, and notice any changes in the color or consistency of its stools. Eating, drinking, and potty habits can offer key insight into a pet's health. For instance, frequent urination and excessive thirst may be early indicators of diabetes, kidney disease, or liver issues. As in humans, senior pets can develop senility, so look for any unusual changes in behavior. Signs can range from increased barking and aggression to incontinence, wandering, and disorientation. You know your dog better than anyone, so give the vet a call if you notice any causes for concern. If necessary, discuss strategies for managing your senior dog's behavioral changes with the vet. Playing with your pet, sticking to a predictable routine, moderate physical exercise, and providing mentally stimulating toys can help keep it mentally active. The sooner you catch signs of these problems, the sooner you can start making adaptations around your home to help your dog cope. Take your dog to the vet for an evaluation if you notice that your dog: Bumps into things, has trouble finding treats or toys, or avoids eye contact. A dog with vision problems may also become anxious or clingy. Has trouble responding to its name or verbal commands. Your dog may also become unresponsive to noises that used to get its attention, like the sound of a favorite toy or your keys jingling. Remember, it's better to err on the side of caution and consult the vet if you think something's wrong. The sooner you catch a health problem, the better the chances of successfully managing it.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Perform health checks regularly. Monitor your dog's eating, drinking, and bathroom habits. Notice signs of mental decline, such as confusion and aggression. Look for signs of vision and hearing loss. Call the vet if you notice any behavioral changes or signs of illness.

Q: When talking to someone who believes in God, don't spend the entire conversation waiting to argue your point of view. Instead, be present for the conversation by listening actively and constructively. When someone tells you something, paraphrase what they just said to show you understand. Ask questions to move the conversation forward, instead of letting it stall out. Be empathetic and acknowledge the other person's feelings. Sometimes, different people have different definitions of what God actually is. Before you engage in a conversation with someone who believes in God, make sure you're both defining God in the same way. Ask the person you're talking with to clarify what their God entails before getting into a theological discussion. Check in at different points in the conversation to make sure you're still on the same page. This will prevent you from arguing over one another. Regardless of how persuasive your argument is, the person you're talking with is probably not going to leave the conversation an atheist. Treat your conversation like a religious exploration and you may both leave having learned something new. Ask questions that challenge your partner's beliefs, but do so because you're interested, not because you're trying to trip them up. If the other person makes a good point, tell them. Learning about God should not be a competition.
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Practice active listening. Make sure you're both defining God the same way. Have a collaborative conversation, not a confrontation.