INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Although this may not always be an option, starting the dog training process when your dog is less than 1 year old is ideal, especially when it comes to large dogs. Plan to begin training your dog as soon as you bring it home, which may be as early as 8 weeks. If you're training a puppy, keep the sessions short and integrate play into them to keep your puppy engaged. When training an older dog, expect the process to take a bit longer, and require a little more patience. It is not true that you "can't teach an old dog new tricks." It just requires a bit more effort! Dogs tend to respond better to reward-based training than they do to punishment. You may want to use edible treats to reward your dog when they perform the way you want them to. You can also use a favorite toy, verbal praise, and loving touch. Select an edible treat that your dog likes to eat. High-value treats like small pieces of hot dogs or chicken breasts work well. Say, "good dog!" or "good job!" Engage your dog in a short game of tug-of-war or fetch. Pet your dog on the head or scratch its ears. The principle of clicker training is to teach the dog to associate the sound of the clicker with a reward or treat. Click the clicker anytime you reward the dog. The click becomes a way to immediately reward your dog for good behavior. A clicker can be purchased at your local pet store. Introduce the clicker to your dog, providing a treat each time you click. This is known as "charging the clicker." Keep the clicker with you all the time, and click it anytime your dog exhibits good behavior then give the dog a reward or treat. When you begin training your dog, plan to do 2 sessions per day, for around 15-20 minutes each. Many people have success doing 1 session in the morning, and 1 in the afternoon. Training sessions are a time for learning. You still need to reinforce the training throughout the day by rewarding good behavior with praise or treats.

SUMMARY: Start early. Use reward-based training methods. Consider using clicker training. Set aside time for dog training.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: . Running fast isn't just about exercising more. You will want to make this a "whole body" experience by maintaining a proper diet, hydrating, and keeping your entire mind and body fit. A healthy diet is essential for runners, as intense, high-energy workouts can take their toll on your body. It is vital that you replace the calories you burn during a workout with healthy, vitamin- and nutrient-rich foods, which help you stay in peak condition and perform to the best of your ability. You should eat plenty of animal products like chicken, lean beef, eggs and dairy products such as milk and yogurt. These foods contain high-levels of protein, which is an essential energy source for runners, as well as lots of iron and zinc, which support the production of red blood cells and protect the immune system. Calcium from the dairy products also promotes strong bones. You should eat whole-grain cereals with added protein for breakfast. These will set you up for the day and help you feel fuller for longer. The healthy carbohydrates will also give you energy, making whole-grain cereal bars a great choice for an energy-boost before, during and after a run. Small portions of whole-grain rice and pasta (rather than their white counterparts, which are void of nutrients) are also a good mealtime accompaniment to lean meat and veggies, making dinnertime healthy, tasty and satisfying - a much sought-after combination! Try to get five portions of fruit and veg a day. Fruit and vegetables are packed with vitamins, nutrients and good carbohydrates, which help keep you full throughout the day, without piling on the calories. Don't peel the fruit and veg, however, as the skins are the most nutritious part! You should also try to vary the colors of the fruit and veg you eat, as the vibrant colors of different fruits and vegetables actually result from the various, healthful, antioxidant pigments they contain. For example, tomatoes get their color from lycopene, while sweet potatoes contain the beta-carotene that makes them orange! . It is essential that runners stay hydrated, both during their runs and in between, as dehydration can lower the supply of oxygen to your muscles, causing you to run slower. However, contrary to popular belief, drinking eight glasses of water a day may not be the best way forward, and may even cause over-hydration, which can be dangerous in extreme circumstances. To find out how much water you should be drinking a day, follow the formulas below: Men: Men should multiply their body weight (in pounds) by .35 fluid oz. in order to find out their optimum fluid intake per day, though runners should drink a little extra to cover fluid loss due to sweating. Women: Women should multiply their body weight (in pounds) by .31 fluid oz. to get their optimum daily fluid intake, though runners should drink a little extra to cover fluid loss due to sweating. If you bring a sports bottle with you to drink water while you run, don't feel as if you need to be chugging away at it constantly. Current research recommends that you should drink when you're thirsty - no more, no less. Junk food and candy may give you an instant energy boost, due to their high levels of sugar and fat, but that boost will rapidly be followed by a crash, leaving you feeling slow and sluggish. Stick with natural sources of sugar and fats for the same boost, without the negative side effects. If you're really craving something sweet, go for a banana, which is full of natural sugars but will keep you feeling full and energized for much longer than a bar of chocolate. If you're craving fats, eat a tablespoon of peanut butter, on its own or spread on some wholegrain toast. Conventional wisdom would hold that drinking coffee before running is a major no-no, as coffee is a diuretic which increases the risk of dehydration. However, studies have shown that consuming a cup of coffee - or other caffeinated drinks - prior to running can actually give runners an extra burst of speed. This is great news for coffee addicts, but just remember to keep everything in moderation. In addition to eating well, staying hydrated and training effectively, you also need to make sure that your body is getting the rest and recovery time it needs to perform well. Pushing your body too hard can result in exhaustion and injury, which may put you out of the game for some time. To prevent this from happening, make sure that you give yourself one or two rest days a week, where you don't run at all. If you like, you can perform another type of low-intensity exercise such as walking or yoga on such rest days. You should also ensure that you're getting enough good quality sleep at night, as studies have shown that athletes with healthy and consistent sleeping patterns tend to have quicker reaction times and faster race finishes.
Summary: Stay healthy Drink plenty of water Avoid sweets and greasy foods. Drink coffee. Get plenty of rest.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Write down all the names you came up with, and then say them aloud. Introduce yourself as each one and think about how they sound to you. If you are having trouble deciding which names sound better than the rest, take some time away from the process and return to it in a day or so. The goal is to find one name you prefer above all the others, plus a couple of alternatives. With your preferred nicknames in mind, speak to those around you and see what they think. It can be difficult to get a nickname to stick if others do not like it. Ask friends to call you by your preferred nickname. If they seem game, the nickname is likely to stick. If they are not on board with the idea, it may be time to try one of your alternates instead. Now that you have found a nickname your friends are willing to call you, introduce yourself to others using it. Ask teachers and new employers to call you by it. Consider going by your nickname on social networking sites such as Facebook. Your new nickname will be cemented in no time.

SUMMARY:
Find your favorites. Test the waters. Rock your new nickname.