Q: Knowing what genre your book fits into, be it science fiction, mystery, drama, etc., is an important consideration when creating an animal character for your story. Although characters don't have to fit the exact mold of that genre, it may seem misplaced or odd if, for example, your animal is a fish who lives in outer space. Brainstorm what special characteristics your character may have, based on the genre. For example, if the story is science fiction with a lot of fight scenes, your animal should have paws in order to hold their weapon. A snake would, therefore, not be a sensible choice, but a dog or a cat could work well. For historical fiction you may even want to research the types of animals, which were popular or present during that time. If you are writing about the Jurassic Period, a dinosaur may make sense, but if your story is set in the Stone Age, suddenly, T-Rex seems out of place, unless of course he's a time-traveling dinosaur! As important as it is to consider the genre of your story, it's equally important to understand the audience. What may work for one audience, say adults, may not be appropriate for others, such as children. Your audience should play a role in determining potential designs and details. Keep it fairly simple for children. You don't need to feature a character who super nuanced unless you're appealing to an adult audience as well. While you never want to copy or plagiarize the work of others, it can be helpful to read the work of others and try to think about whether or not that character works. This will ultimately help you when creating your character. Try stories like The Jungle Book, Watership Down, Charlotte's Web, The Tale of Despereaux, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, Bunnicula, or your favorite story featuring animals. When reading the story, ask yourself: Does this character work? Does he seem real to me? Why or why not? Whether your animal character will be the hero or the sidekick, it's important to determine his/her role in your story. In doing so, you'll be able to better define and shape the animal moving forward. Think of the characteristics which define an animal in this particular role. For example, if they are the sidekick, but are always saving the day for the hero, think of how this will shape their persona. Consider whether your animal character will be living amongst other animals (Warrior Cats, for example) or if they will be working alongside humans (think, Black Beauty). If, for example, your character is living independent of humans, they may be able to walk and talk and take on other human-like characteristics. However, if they exist in a human's world, their role would differ dramatically, as they may still have animal characteristics and wouldn't be able to talk or wear clothes, unless they are Stuart Little!
A: Consider the genre. Understand your audience. Read other stories featuring animal characters. Determine the role of your character.

Q: The paper cup, when unwrapped and placed flat, can help keep any crumbs from spilling elsewhere. Eat the muffin bottom first, similar as to how you would eat an apple. This method tends to be rather clean, as the bottom part of the muffin can often be eaten in one bite, leaving the top behind. Consider this method if you are on the move, but also wish to respect the cleanliness of your surroundings. You may eat plain, or spread an icing or butter on the muffin top. Unlike when you remove the top first, you'll find that this method typically produces less crumbs, since you aren't picking it apart with your fingers - most of it will end up in your mouth! Bear in mind that this method, along with eating the muffin whole, can appear somewhat uncouth depending on the size of the muffin. Assess the social situation first!
A: Unwrap your muffin. Hold the muffin sideways or upside down in your hand. Eat the remaining muffin top.

Q: If possible, wash the stinging area with oil-free soap and water beforehand, but if oil-free soap and water are not available, go straight to the vodka. Instead, allow the vodka to soak into the skin and air dry. Avoid scratching or touching the area, as it may still be contagious.
A: Pour vodka over the affected area immediately following exposure. Hold the affected area over a sink or an absorbent area (outdoors)/ Slowly pour vodka over skin until it is well covered. Don't dab or dry.

Q: Most septum piercings will heal up without a problem if you keep them clean. Unfortunately, however, infections do sometimes happen. The following are signs your piercing has become infected: Yellow or green discharge. A lump near the piercing. Intense pain, redness, or swelling. Your first impulse may be to remove your jewelry if you notice signs of an infection. However, this can actually make the infection worse. If the hole in your piercing closes, this can form an abscess that can have serious medical complications. In the event your piercing becomes infected, make an appointment with a doctor immediately. Infections should not be treated without medical assistance and self-medicating can worsen an infection. Infections are usually treated via topical or oral antibiotics. Take the full round of any antibiotics your doctor prescribes, even after symptoms of an infection have passed. With prompt, proper treatment, a pierced septum infection can be quickly treated.
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Recognize an infection. Do not remove your jewelry. See a doctor right away. Take any medications your doctor prescribes.