In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Antihistamines are commonly used to treat allergies in dogs. They work by blocking the release of histamine from mast cells (cells involved in allergic reactions). Antihistamines work best in dogs with seasonal or mild skin allergies. If this describes your Golden Retriever's CAD, then your vet will probably prescribe an antihistamine. Antihistamines are effective in about 30% of dogs with CAD. Antihistamines are inexpensive and have very few side effects. Antihistamines work best when given consistently, not just as needed. If you give your Golden Retriever the antihistamine after an allergic reaction has started, then it's already too latethe antihistamine needs to be in your dog's system before the mast cells have a chance to release histamine. Your vet will probably want you to give your Golden Retriever an antihistamine two to three times daily. Antihistamines for dogs are given by mouth. Antihistamines do not work the same in every dog. For this reason, your vet may recommend trying up to three antihistamines before moving on to a different type of therapy. Examples of dog-safe antihistamines are Benadryl, Zyrtec, and Claritin. These are human, over-the-counter antihistamines, but their dosages can be adjusted to be effective in dogs. Note that the active medication in Benadryl can vary depending on the country. Always check with a vet to make sure the key component of any antihistamine is safe. Try each antihistamine for 10 14 days. Your Golden Retriever may need a higher dose of antihistamine than a human would need. Before using these over-the-counter antihistamines, ask your vet what dosage of antihistamine your dog will need. With each antihistamine, contact your vet to let them know if your Golden Retriever's symptoms are getting any better. Your Golden Retriever may still be itchy with antihistamine therapy. However, the itchiness will probably be less than what it was before.
Summary: Consult with your vet about treatment with antihistamines. Administer the antihistamine as prescribed. Try several antihistamines.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If taking holy basil by capsule or extract, avoid ingesting more than the recommended dosage. Although holy basil is safe to ingest, eating too much can strengthen its few side effects. Taking holy basil by tea or soup generally causes the least side effects because it is taken at a lower dose. Although holy basil can improve your oral health in small doses, it can eat at your enamel over time. Instead of chewing holy basil, try taking it as a tea or using holy basil toothpaste. In Ayurvedic traditions, chewing holy basil is traditionally a form of desecration. In some cases, holy basil can cause extreme drowsiness and prevent your blood from clotting after getting injured. Schedule a doctor's appointment before taking holy basil to determine whether the benefits outweigh the potential side effects for you. Do not take holy basil alongside anticonvulsants, sedatives, or blood clot medications, as these can exacerbate holy basil's side effects. High holy basil doses may cause low sperm counts and infertility in men. Although holy basil's benefits have been clinically studied, it is not an alternative to prescription medicine. Take holy basil as a supplement to other medications, and consult a doctor or dietitian before adding it to your lifestyle. Do not take concentrated holy basil capsules or extracts while pregnant. Holy basil's side effects in expecting women have not been studied and may cause birth defects. Consult a naturopathic doctor to decide whether holy basil would be the best supplement to your prescription medications. Because holy basil can slow blood clotting, it can increase the risk of bleeding during or after surgery. Stop taking holy basil at least 2 weeks before surgeries to prevent major complications. Talk with your doctor before taking holy basil again following a surgery.
Summary: Never take more than one dose at a time. Do not chew holy basil leaves for longer than several minutes. Contact a doctor if you experience chronic drowsiness or clotting issues. Use holy basil alongside, not instead of, medical treatment. Avoid taking holy basil directly before or after surgery.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you're hanging out with other people and trying new things, you are almost guaranteed to have more fun. Finding good company to try new things with will make you have fun no matter what. Here are some great things to try: Join a team sport. Whether you're joining a volleyball league or just playing badminton with two of your friends, you'll be set to have a great time. Do a cultural activity. Go to the theatre, a museum, or a concert with your friends and see what a great time you have. Throw a theme party. Throwing a theme party with your friends is a great way to have fun, whether it's a costume party or a murder mystery party. Check out a new restaurant. Go to a completely new place for the food or for the happy hour specials, and indulge in the great conversations you'll be having with your friends. Cook together. Invite over a few friends and create an elaborate meal, or have fun baking new kinds of desserts. Dancing with your friends is always a good time, no matter how silly or insecure you may feel. You can dance at a house party, at a club with a few close friends, or just dance in the middle of the street with your best friend if the mood strikes. Moving your body and even singing along to the lyrics of a silly song will definitely make you have more fun. If you really like dancing, then taking a salsa, cardio hip hop, or another type of dance class will definitely make your life more fun. Part of having fun is hanging out with people who bring more fun and joy to your every day life. If you're hanging out with a Negative Nancy or a person who is always sad for no reason, then you'll never be able to have more fun with others. Here's how to hang out with people who will make your life more fun: Hang out with people who are spontaneous and adventurous. These people are guaranteed to find fun in the most unlikely places. Hang out with people who crack you up. If you're laughing, you'll be able to have fun no matter where you are. Hang out with people who are positive. Positive people are excited about life and are guaranteed to have more fun than negative, whiny people. One of the best ways to have fun is simply to laugh more. Other people can help you do this, whether you laugh because of their corny jokes or because you find yourself in the middle of a ridiculous situation with your friends. Here's how to have more fun by laughing more: Watch something funny with your friends. Go to the movies to see a comedy or even see a stand-up comedian, and you'll instantly have fun. Play a silly board game. Board games are guaranteed to make you laugh when you're hanging out with others. Play charades. This old school game is always a riot. Don't be afraid to be silly or goofy. When you're hanging out with friends, you can sing into your hairbrush, dress up in the most ridiculous outfits, or dance like a fool. Let go of your inhibitions and you'll be having more fun in no time at all. Another way to have fun with others is to go on an adventure. This could mean taking a road trip just a few hours away, booking a vacation, or just going on an adventure to a local park or landmark that you've never seen. A road trip is a guaranteed way to have fun. Bring on the candy, bad pop music mix, and a map, and you'll be having fun in no time. Go to the beach or the woods. You'll be guaranteed to have fun outdoors if you're with a pack of friends who are up for anything. Go on a fun vacation. Go to Vegas, Mexico, or just the next town over just because you feel like it, and enjoy the feeling of being a tourist and acting a little bit outrageous.
Summary:
Find a new activity to do with your friends. Dance. Hang out with the right people. Laugh more. Go on an adventure.