Problem: Article: Stir in a small spoonful of baking soda into hot water until it dissolves. This mixture can be used to clean all common types of dog collars. Always remove the collar from the dog before cleaning. Dip a toothbrush into the mixture and scrub the collar. Hold the collar under running water to remove the cleaning mixture. Either place on a towel to dry, or hang the collar away from direct sunlight. The collar should be nice and clean again now. If the collar is leather, do not dry near a strong heat source or in direct sunlight, as this may cause the leather to crack.
Summary: Mix baking soda and water. Scrub the dog collar with this mixture. Rinse. Let dry.

Problem: Article: Depending on the length and type of service, affordable psychiatric and medical assistance is provided to veterans and their families. This includes hospital care, critical care, surgery, and more. All enrolled veterans are eligible for VA medical care. However, benefit coverage depends upon your status, and the benefit elections you make. The VA helps veterans and their survivors purchase homes by guaranteeing loans and providing assistance with building and repairing existing homes. The assistance available depends on the length of the veteran's service. Life insurance coverage is automatic for most active duty members and reservists, and is converted to Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI) after service is over. If you have questions about your life insurance coverage, visit the VA Benefits website or contact your local VA facility. Additional life insurance may be available in some cases, such as if you have a disability due to your service. Benefits are available to service members who are also members of special groups. Depending on the needs pertaining to the special group, benefits may include housing, healthcare, employment assistance, and more. If you are a member of one of the following special groups, visit the VA benefits website for more information: Elderly Veterans Gulf War Veterans Homeless Veterans Incarcerated Veterans Korean War Veterans Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Veterans Minority (African American, Asian American/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Native American/Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian) Veterans Native American and/or Alaska native Veterans Former Prisoners of War (POWs) Veterans Living Abroad Vietnam War Veterans Women Veterans World War II Veterans
Summary: Seek psychiatric and medical care benefits. Look into home loan benefits. Review your life insurance benefits. Look into benefits for special groups.

Problem: Article: Don't keep kissing them for more than a few seconds. Stop and put a little space between the two of you. Take a moment to breathe and think about what happened. It's okay to go back in for another kiss, but it's best to take a little break first. Remember, the other person is likely just as nervous about kissing as you are. Show them you liked it by looking at them and smiling. You might also hold their hand or put your arm around them. Make eye contact, then lean in close again. Watch to see if they're leaning in, too. If you're in doubt, ask them if they want another kiss. Say, "Are you ready for another kiss?" or "Can we do that again?" Only go in for another kiss if you want one. Don't feel pressured to kiss if you don't feel like it. After the kiss, spend some time being intimate without kissing. Hold them in your arms, snuggle up next to them, or hold hands. Do what feels comfortable for both you and your kissing partner. Relax and enjoy this time together. You might watch a movie, talk, or go for a walk. You might feel overwhelmed or nervous right after your kiss, and that's okay. On the other hand, you might feel really excited and chatty. Either way, talk to your kissing partner about what happened when you feel ready, whether it's right after the kiss or later in the day or night. For instance, say something like, "I've been wanting to do that for a really long time," "That was nice," or "You're a good kisser." Don't feel like you have to say something right away. It's okay to wait. Text, call, or talk to the person you kissed to check on how they're doing. Let them know if you're interested in going on another date or hanging out with them again. Additionally, tell them if you enjoyed the kiss. Keep in mind that having a first kiss doesn't mean you always have to kiss. It's okay to decide you want to wait awhile to do it again. On the other hand, it's perfectly normal to be excited about the chance to get another kiss. Say something like, "I had fun last night. The kiss was nice. Do you want to walk me home from school tomorrow?"
Summary:
Pull away to give you both a chance to take a breath. Smile at them to show them you liked it. Go in for a second kiss only if they seem ready for it. Cuddle or hold hands for several minutes afterwards. Say something about the kiss when you're ready. Follow up with your kissing partner the day after your kiss.