Article: Toy poodles have a tendency to have very hairy canals. The hair on their body extends down into the ear canal and can plug it - a bit like wearing furry ear plugs all the time. Check with your vet to determine an appropriate schedule for plucking hair. Some experts' opinions vary about whether or not to pluck this hair. The argument for hair plucking is that is allows better air circulation and thus reduces the chances of ear infections, and that it removes hair that can trap earwax. Some argue, however, that hair plucking can leave your dog's ears sore and inflamed. Keep a close eye on your dog's ears, especially if you do not pluck the hair. Be vigilant for ear infections (characterized by a bad smell, thick black wax, or discharge from the ear), or a foreign object in the ear (constantly scratching the ear, or holding the head to one side). If you notice signs that your dog has a problem with his ear, ask your vet to check for a health problem. They may advise you whether to pluck the ear hair more or less often.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Consider plucking out your dog's ear hair. Monitor the ears for problems. Visit your vet if you see a problem.

Problem: Article: Narrow-minded people can often be spotted due to a rigid moral code. Narrow-minded people have trouble contemplating difference, and tend to see their way as the best way. Narrow-minded people can move quickly from judging a person's actions to judging a person. For example, a narrow-minded person may not see an action as morally wrong. They may only see the person who committed that action as morally corrupt. You can detect moral code in how someone judges others. A narrow-minded person may be quick to condemn unconventional behavior. For example, you may have a friend in an open relationship. A narrow-minded person may be inclined to say something like, "That will never work" or "That's just reckless behavior." Narrow-minded people may see their way as the only way. They may be unwilling to admit that any of their opinions, ideas, or ways of doing things are flawed. A narrow-minded person will stick to his or her guns, even when confronted with opposing facts. He or she may become hostile when his or her beliefs are challenged. For example, a narrow-minded person may mix up the name of an actor in a movie. When you correct the narrow-minded person, he or she may insist on being correct, even after you present information to the contrary. A narrow-minded person may be difficult to talk to. He or she may expect others to listen and agree at all times. In personal relationships, a narrow-minded person may be self-focused. He or she may constantly nitpick and give others advice. For instance, if you express frustration about struggles with weight loss, then a narrow-minded person may immediately say something like, "I feel like weight loss is all a matter of willpower." Narrow-minded people are difficult to change, even if change is necessary. They may be resistant to insights or facts that challenge their beliefs. For example, a narrow-minded person may reject facts. He or she may insist on the validity of debunked scientific studies and act hostile or condescending to those who challenge him or her. Narrow-minded people may actually enjoy power struggles more than they enjoy the healthy resolution of conflicts. You may feel like you're being forced into an argument when dealing with a narrow-minded person. Narrow-minded people can be quick to anger. A narrow-minded person may become quite hostile in the face of criticism. They may yell, throw fits, and refuse to work with those who challenge them. For example, if you have a disagreement with a narrow-minded colleague, he or she may grow angry and walk away from the project. For narrow-minded people, it may be easier to get angry than to confront the fact they may be wrong.
Summary: Evaluate this person's moral code. Find out if this person can accept being wrong. Watch for stubborn tendencies. Pay attention to hostility.

Since these pieces of equipment are used in every fight and sparring session (and since you won't want to share them with others), buy them as soon as you begin down your path to becoming a cage fighter. If you're a man, you'll also need to invest in a cup to protect your groin. Your MMA gym or martial arts training center will usually provide shin guards, headgear, and other training equipment. Once you've practiced long and hard, you'll be ready to enter the cage. There are many cage fighting tournaments across the world. Trainers at your local MMA gym should be able to direct you to tournaments that are appropriate for your skill level. If you don't have an MMA gym nearby, run a word string like "cage fighting tournaments" through your preferred search engine. The process by which you sign up for a cage fight varies depending on the organizing authority. Generally, you'll need to provide some contact information either online or via a paper form. You'll also need to include your height and weight so that you can be matched with other fighters in the same class. Avoid cage tournaments that charge excessive entry fees. You'll probably start out at the amateur level. As you improve, you could consider becoming a professional cage fighter in a league like UFC. Different cage fighting leagues have slightly different rules. For instance, some allow kicks to the head, but not knee strikes to the head, and vice versa. Before your fight begins, review the tournament's rule book carefully to avoid fouls or disqualifications during your fight. Most tournaments disallow eye gouging, groin strikes, clawing, pinching, biting, spitting, and other unsportsmanlike conduct. You can get a tournament rule book from the tournament's organizer. If you're entering a youth league, your birthday will have to fall within the acceptable age range, and you'll be matched with someone near your age. If you're fighting in an adult league, you'll typically need to be at least 18 years old. There are usually no upper age limits, though some leagues do set an upper age cap at 40 years old, since older fighters tend to gradually lose power and speed. In the week or so prior to your fight, relax your training schedule to allow your body to heal more fully. For instance, perhaps two weeks prior to the fight, you'll do 50 pushups daily instead of 60. The week before your fight, you might reduce that number again to just 40 pushups. Before a fight, review footage of your opponent or attend one of their matches. Use your knowledge of their fighting style to gain a strategic advantage when you face them. For instance, if you know that your opponent tends to throw jab-cross-kick combos, you can be ready for the cross as soon as they throw the jab. If you are unable to evaluate an opponent before the fight, use your previous training and experience to determine how you might improve your advantage during a fight. For instance, if your opponent is larger than you, they're also probably slower, which means you should use quick jabs and kicks that they won't be able to block well. See a doctor to ensure you don't have any broken or fractured bones. The doctor should also check for signs that you suffered a concussion, and suture any cuts that you may have endured. Your doctor will let you know how long you'll need to recuperate. The amount of time you'll need to heal varies depending on the amount of damage you sustained during the fight.
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Buy your hand wraps, mouthpiece, and gloves. Join a tournament after at least six months of consistent training. Review the tournament rules. Meet the age requirements of the fight. Scale back your training gradually as your fight approaches. Strategize before the fight. Evaluate your opponent during the fight. Get a medical evaluation after the fight.