INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The Doberman is short-haired and its coat actually requires minimal grooming attention. However, burnishing the coat with a rubber mitt helps add gloss and conditions the skin. Just be sure to check it over for ticks and awns after each walk. If you find any, remove them. Checking your dog's body regularly will help you determine when there is something wrong with it. If you know its shape and function when the dog is healthy, you will be able to identify problems more quickly. Get in the habit of regular tooth brushing. Use a special dog toothbrush or a finger mitt and dog toothpaste. To get your dog used to the process, wet the brush with water and gently rub it on the outer surfaces of the teeth. Once the dog is happy with this, you can introduce a blob of dog toothpaste onto the brush. These pastes are tasty to dogs, don't need rinsing, and are free from substances harmful to dogs if swallowed, such as fluoride.

SUMMARY: Brush your Doberman once in awhile to bond with it and get it used to your touch. Check your Doberman's body on a regular basis. Take care of your dog's teeth.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Food, of course, will help sustain you through the afternoon. However, taking a break from work is also important. It will help rejuvenate your brain, letting you glide through the afternoon. Snacks can give you a boost of energy to get through the afternoon. Try picking a snack that's high in complex carbohydrates, such as whole grains or fruits. Adding some protein can also help you sustain that energy. For instance, pair some whole-grain crackers and veggies with hummus or eat an apple with some peanut butter. Simple sugars such as sodas and juices can boost your energy. However, you may find yourself just as tired in a short amount of time, as insulin works to bring down the sugar levels in your blood. Simple sugars don't give you the sustained energy you need. If possible, try taking a short nap. For instance, if you can take a late lunch, go down to your car to shut your eyes for 20 to 30 minutes. It can help you feel less drowsy through the rest of the afternoon. Even a 5 minute nap at your desk can help, if you can get away with it. The best time to drink some caffeine is actually right before you take a nap. Caffeine takes about 30 minutes to kick in, so when you are waking up, the caffeine will kick in. Even if you don't have time for a nap, caffeine can help give you an energy boost in the afternoon. If you become dehydrated, your whole body slows down. Make sure you are getting enough fluids throughout the day by keeping water on your desk to sip on all day long. While most of the time, you can't stop for an hour-long exercise break, even short bursts of exercise can boost your energy. Try taking a lap around the office or running up and down the stairs for a minute. If you can take a walk outside, even better, as sunlight can increase alertness.

SUMMARY: Take your lunch break. Eat a snack. Skip sugar. Try a cat nap. Enjoy some caffeine. Ensure you're hydrated. Get some exercise.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: This is especially important if you plan to use a pressure washer, as you don't want to further loosen anything from the house. Keep your eye out for bigger gaps than normal between the slats, making a mental note to wash these areas by hand with lowered pressure. You'll have to do each section of the house individually, so you can just cover the side you're working on and move the sheets when you're done. While this may not be necessary if you're just using water to clean the side, it is essential if using soap or chemical cleaners. Pre-water any gardens or shrubs -- the extra water will dilute any soap that creeps in. You should also cover any electrical outlets or AC units -- anything that could be damaged by the soap. Make sure the house is water-tight, unless you want to be cleaning indoor mildew as well! Removing the screens will only be necessary if you want to use a pressure washer, which can damage and loosen them. Most vinyl siding is extremely easy to clean, and simply scrubbing with water will loosen and remove most dirt. However, mold and mildew is a different story. To test if something is mildew or just dirt, spray it with a drop of bleach -- mildew will turn white, dirt will remain brown.<ref.http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-clean-vinyl-siding/</ref> This is usually a "better safe than sorry" tip, but you should always turn to the manufacturer for any specific tips for your siding. The solutions here will work for almost every house out there, but there could be more useful tips for your specific siding if need be.

SUMMARY: Walk around the house, examining for any loose siding or boards. Cover any shrubs, bushes, or flowers with a light sheet to protect them. Close the windows and doors, and consider removing the screens. Do a quick mildew check if determining whether or not to use soap or just water. Whenever possible, refer to your manufacture's instructions for detail cleaning advice.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Fill a glass full of cold water, then slowly drink it until it's gone. As you drink, try to hold your breath for as long as you can. Additionally, you might plug up your ears. This technique works best if your water is ice cold rather than just chilled. Add water to a glass until it's half full. Then, lean over your glass and drink from the side farthest away from you, which will simulate drinking upside down. As another option, you can lie upside down off of your bed or couch, then carefully drink the water. Stop every few sips to see if your hiccups have gone away. Be careful that you don't accidentally breathe in the water or pour it into your nose. Take a spoon and fill it with white or brown sugar. Then, hold the spoon in your mouth for 5-10 seconds. Finally, swallow the sugar and take a big sip of water. If this doesn't work straight away, it's not a good idea to ingest spoonful after spoonful of sugar. Instead, switch to a different technique. Place a lemon wedge into your mouth. Then, either bite into the wedge and drink the juice, or suck on the wedge to get the juice. If the taste is too much for you, it's okay to add a little sugar to the lemon wedge to sweeten it. The taste of the lemon juice causes a similar reaction to someone scaring you. Vinegar may help combat your hiccups, but you may find its smell and taste to be unpleasant. Since pickle juice contains vinegar, you can drink it instead. Take a few sips of pickle juice or put a few drops of it onto your tongue. Then, repeat as necessary until your hiccups are gone. All pickle juice contains vinegar, no matter the type of pickle. Scoop out a small spoonful of peanut butter, then place it onto your tongue. Hold it in place for 5-10 seconds to let it dissolve some. Then, swallow the peanut butter without chewing. Other nut butters like almond butter or Nutella can be substituted for the peanut butter, if you prefer.

SUMMARY:
Sip a glass of ice cold water through a straw. Drink from the far side of your glass or upside down. Take a spoonful of sugar. Bite or suck on a lemon wedge. Sip on pickle juice for an easy way to consume vinegar. Eat a spoonful of peanut butter.