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		<title>Get Netflix in New Zealand Now!</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:05:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Are you a New Zealander wanting to get access to Netflix? Well, it&#8217;s entirely possible and in fact it&#8217;s very easy to do. So why do you want <a href="http://www.mactalk.com.au/28/96217-how-i-set-up-my-apple-tv-netflix.html"> Netflix New Zealand</a>? I&#8217;ll tell you why. You want it because it gives you instant access to a television and movie library of over 10,000 titles, all of which you can watch when you want, and all for a monthly&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you a New Zealander wanting to get access to Netflix? Well, it&#8217;s entirely possible and in fact it&#8217;s very easy to do. So why do you want <a href="http://www.mactalk.com.au/28/96217-how-i-set-up-my-apple-tv-netflix.html"> Netflix New Zealand</a>? I&#8217;ll tell you why. You want it because it gives you instant access to a television and movie library of over 10,000 titles, all of which you can watch when you want, and all for a monthly subscription fee that is cheaper than a couple of DVD rental per month.</p>
<p>There&#8217;s no excuse anymore for putting up with sub-standard local TV stations, or paying a fortune for subscription television which just repeat the same old episodes of old shows time and time again. Check out the link above and get started today!</p>
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		<title>Improve Your Job Prospects with Driver Training</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Jan 2012 11:53:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bogsie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>With the economy tough and jobs markets up and down it can be hard to  get into the career you want or if you are already in a stable job it  can be hard to progress to where you want to be. In the UK logistics and  driving jobs make a up a large workforce that enable both the private  and public sector to receive and send important goods and&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With the economy tough and jobs markets up and down it can be hard to  get into the career you want or if you are already in a stable job it  can be hard to progress to where you want to be. In the UK logistics and  driving jobs make a up a large workforce that enable both the private  and public sector to receive and send important goods and documents to  people all over Europe. If you are currently a driver looking to  increase your career prospects <a href="http://www.logisticsskillsservices.com/">Driver CPC Training</a> is the only way to go  to. </p>
<p> New LGV and PCV drivers must obtain the initial driver qualification  along side their vocational license, which enables them to use their  license professionally as a driver. If you are an Existing LGV and PCV  driver, you must undertake periodic training, which involves undertaking  35 hours of training every 5 years.</p>
<p> Deadlines although more than a year away are rapidly approaching and if  you wish to improve your career and driving prospects action has to be  taken sooner rather than later.</p>
<p> For more details visit <a href="http://www.logisticsskillsservices.com/faq.php" target="_blank">http://www.logisticsskillsservices.com/faq.php</a></p>
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		<title>Nest time in Hilo, Hawaii Visit Akaka Pitstop Farm</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Jan 2012 11:49:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bogsie</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://akakapitstop.com/">Akaka Falls Road Farm Pitstop</a> is on the road to Akaka Falls State Park.  Be sure to  visit next time you are in Hilo.  It&#8217;s a short drive from the cruise  ship terminal near downtown.   Eat delicious coconuts, bananas, and  more, all right convenient on your way to Akaka Falls.  See the map page  on the Farm&#8217;s website for directions to both the farm and Akaka Falls. </p>
<p> You&#8217;ll&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://akakapitstop.com/">Akaka Falls Road Farm Pitstop</a> is on the road to Akaka Falls State Park.  Be sure to  visit next time you are in Hilo.  It&#8217;s a short drive from the cruise  ship terminal near downtown.   Eat delicious coconuts, bananas, and  more, all right convenient on your way to Akaka Falls.  See the map page  on the Farm&#8217;s website for directions to both the farm and Akaka Falls. </p>
<p> You&#8217;ll love the sweet coconuts, and you&#8217;ll be able to see over 35  varieties of bananas planted at the farm. See chickens, ducks, and other  animals.  Also you might find sugar cane, exotic fruits like soursop,  starfruit, and more.  As an intentional community in Hawaii, you&#8217;ll even  be able to stay for a short visit or a long time in one of the cabins  which are part of the eco-experience.  </p>
<p> The farm is listed on the WWOOF website but in order to actually  volunteer at the farm, you must also create an account at their own  Akaka Pitstop website.</p>
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		<title>Saving When You Buy from HSN.com</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 01:56:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Looking to save some cash the next time that you stop by HSN.com? I&#8217;ve  found that many shoppers are on the hunt for an <a title="HSN Coupon Codes" href="http://shopgala.com/coupons/hsn-coupon-codes/629">HSN coupon code</a> to cut  down on the price tag of some of their purchases at HSN. What type of  HSN coupon codes will you find when you begin your coupon code hunt?</p>
<p>Although coupons tend to vary in terms of availability,&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking to save some cash the next time that you stop by HSN.com? I&#8217;ve  found that many shoppers are on the hunt for an <a title="HSN Coupon Codes" href="http://shopgala.com/coupons/hsn-coupon-codes/629">HSN coupon code</a> to cut  down on the price tag of some of their purchases at HSN. What type of  HSN coupon codes will you find when you begin your coupon code hunt?</p>
<p>Although coupons tend to vary in terms of availability, you can be sure  that you&#8217;ll get a handful of percent off offers along with some free  shipping help. Although it may only be 5-10% off, every dollars counts.  As many shoppers say, an HSN coupon code is worth its weight in gold!</p>
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		<title>The Importance of Dog Obedience Training</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:21:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>There are of course many reasons for owners to want a calm, obedient and faithful dog. Another reason is that many communities require that the dogs living in their neighborhoods be well trained. This is especially true for many breeds thought to have aggression and behavior problems dog breeds like pit bulls and rottweilers for instance. This is where  <a href="http://www.dogtrainingadvisors.com/">Dog obedience training</a> becomes a must.</p>
<p>And of course, training&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are of course many reasons for owners to want a calm, obedient and faithful dog. Another reason is that many communities require that the dogs living in their neighborhoods be well trained. This is especially true for many breeds thought to have aggression and behavior problems dog breeds like pit bulls and rottweilers for instance. This is where  <a href="http://www.dogtrainingadvisors.com/">Dog obedience training</a> becomes a must.</p>
<p>And of course, training your dog well will also make he or she a much better family companion, especially in households where there are young children. Many studies have shown that proper dog training makes a big impact when it comes to cutting down the number of dog bits and other behavior problems encountered by dog owning households.</p>
<p>When considering training your own dog, or having someone else help you train it, there are certain basic commands that must be mastered in order for a dog to be considered truly trained. These basic commands include:</p>
<p>Heel &#8211; it is important that any dog learn to walk beside its owner on a loose lead, neither pulling ahead nor lagging behind<br />
Respond to the word No &#8211; the word no is one word that all dogs must learn. Training your dog to respond to this important word can save you ton of trouble.<br />
Sit &#8211; Training your dog to sit on command is a vital part of any dog training program.<br />
Stay &#8211; A well trained dog should remain where his or her owner commands, so stay is a very important command in dog training.<br />
Down &#8211; Lying down on command is more than just a cute trick; it is a key component of any successful dog training program.</p>
<p>Dog training does much more than just create an obedient, willing companion. Training your dog properly actually strengthens the bond that already exists between dog and handler. Dogs are pack animals, and they look to their pack leader to tell them what to do. The key to successful dog training is to set yourself up as that pack leader.</p>
<p>Establishing yourself as pack leader is a very important concept for any potential dog trainer to understand. There is only one leader in every pack of dogs, and the owner must establish him or herself as the dominant animal. Failure to do so leads to all manner of behavior problems.</p>
<p>A properly trained dog will respond properly to all the owner&#8217;s commands, and will not display anxiety, displeasure or confusion. A good dog training program will focus on allowing the dog to learn just what is expected of it, and will use positive reinforcement to reward desired behaviors.</p>
<p>In addition to making the dog a good member of the community, obedience training is a great way to fulfill some of the dog&#8217;s own needs, including the need for exercise, the security that comes with knowing what is expected of it, a feeling of accomplishment and a good working relationship with its handler. Dog training gives the dog an important job to do, and an important goal to reach.</p>
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		<title>Some Wish To Sell Textbooks</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 20 Nov 2011 01:41:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>There are quite a few college students that really enjoy reading books. They&#8217;re not necessarily &#8220;reading&#8221; students, or enrollees in a reading and writing class. Rather, they appreciate the books they have and understand the educational value of many of their college textbooks. In fact, quite a few students have more books than they really need. Other than the reference books they keep handy (sometimes these are math books with&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are quite a few college students that really enjoy reading books. They&#8217;re not necessarily &#8220;reading&#8221; students, or enrollees in a reading and writing class. Rather, they appreciate the books they have and understand the educational value of many of their college textbooks. In fact, quite a few students have more books than they really need. Other than the reference books they keep handy (sometimes these are math books with formulas, or grammar books with punctuation and writing rules), there are sometimes college textbooks that aren&#8217;t needed any more. So, what&#8217;s one to do with unwanted textbooks? Here&#8217;s an idea, considered thoughtful and even &#8220;environmentally friendly&#8221; by some: recycle them! Now, &#8220;recycling,&#8221; in this context doesn&#8217;t necessarily mean disposing of it for it&#8217;s paper-value; rather, it means to allow someone else the opportunity to use the textbook. Recycling can mean donating the books or giving them away to others who need those particular books, or, selling textbooks. In the olden days, to sell textbooks, students had a number of choices including posting ads that other students might read, taking the book to the college campus (or off-campus) bookstore and seeing if they want to buy it, or selling the book to other students or friends. Nowadays, those options still exist, but there is a brand new option (well, at least as new as the advent of the web): selling textbooks online. To try and <a href="http://www.sell-textbooks.com">sell textbooks</a> online, one would search for a web based textbook buyer and see if they wish to purchase the new or used college textbook. So, by giving away or donating books or selling your textbooks, this helps allow the chance for those books to get used again, by those wishing to use those books.</p>
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		<title>Kensington Electric Wall Mounted Towel Warmer and Drying Rack</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 01:00:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/31G78EPF2SL._AA300_.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-219" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Warmrails Kensington Hardwire/Softwire Electric Wall Mounted Towel Warmer and Drying Rack" src="http://www.bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/31G78EPF2SL._AA300_.jpg" alt="Warmrails Kensington Hardwire/Softwire Electric Wall Mounted Towel Warmer and Drying Rack" width="300" height="300" /></a>If you&#8217;re in the market for a good towel warmer at a price that won&#8217;t put a huge dent in your wallet, check out Warmrails<strong> </strong>Kensington Hardwire/Softwire Electric Wall Mounted Towel Warmer and Drying Rack. This towel warmer/drying rack offers a unique design and your choice of a professional hardwire install or a do-it-yourself softwire install. The Kensington HW/SW towel warmer is a wall-mounted unit that&#8217;s large enough for your&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/31G78EPF2SL._AA300_.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-219" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Warmrails Kensington Hardwire/Softwire Electric Wall Mounted Towel Warmer and Drying Rack" src="http://www.bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/31G78EPF2SL._AA300_.jpg" alt="Warmrails Kensington Hardwire/Softwire Electric Wall Mounted Towel Warmer and Drying Rack" width="300" height="300" /></a>If you&#8217;re in the market for a good towel warmer at a price that won&#8217;t put a huge dent in your wallet, check out Warmrails<strong> </strong>Kensington Hardwire/Softwire Electric Wall Mounted Towel Warmer and Drying Rack. This towel warmer/drying rack offers a unique design and your choice of a professional hardwire install or a do-it-yourself softwire install. The Kensington HW/SW towel warmer is a wall-mounted unit that&#8217;s large enough for your entire family, yet ideal for bathrooms with limited floor space. It&#8217;s  designed to run 24/7 and can be used year-round.</p>
<p>This towel warmer keeps your towels warm, dry and fresh&#8211;no more moldy, musty-smelling towels. It also has a Filatherm dry element that uses less power than a light bulb, making it very energy-efficient.</p>
<p>The Kensington HW/SW can also be used for drying hand-washables and delicate fabrics, and it can also be used for warming baby blankets. The unit helps eliminate nasty mildew and mold in your bathroom. For best results, leave your towels out overnight before putting them on the warmer. The unit reaches optimum temperature in less than an hour and warms towels in about two to three hours.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re expecting towels that are dryer hot, you&#8217;ll be disappointed. If warm, dry and fresh towels are all you need, the Kensington HW/SW fits the bill perfectly.</p>
<p>Out of 64 users who bought this product from Amazon, over half of them gave the Kensington HW/SW Towel Warmer four to five stars. Users reported that the unit is quick and easy to install when you choose the softwire option. Nearly all of the customers were very happy with its performance. One customer noted faster drying times in humid months, and all appreciated the feel of a warm towel on  wintery mornings. According to one user, layering a few towels on the unit results in warmer towels than if you lay just one towel on it. The unit also appears to have a warming effect on the entire bathroom when in use. The overall consensus was that the Kensington HW/SW is perfect for “folks who like warm towels when they get out of the bath or shower” and is well worth its price tag.</p>
<p>Reviews indicate that the hardwire install can be quite costly if you run into snags. No wall template is provided for the hardwire install, and the instructions for the softwire were inadequate, leaving users less than impressed. When considering a hardwire install, keep in mind that you&#8217;ll have to rip it out&#8211;and close up any holes&#8211;should you decide to move or sell your house.</p>
<p>The Kensington HW/SW may leave you slightly disappointed if you intend to use it to warm really thick or big towels. Dissatisfied users reported a much longer drying time than advertised, and the towels weren&#8217;t anymore “fresh” than normal. Overall, most people will be very happy with the <a title="Warmrails Kensington Hardwire/Softwire Electric Wall Mounted Towel Warmer and Drying Rack" href="http://www.bogsie.com/go/towelwarmer">Warmrails Kensington Hardwire/Softwire Electric Wall Mounted Towel Warmer and Drying Rack</a> if they&#8217;re not expecting anything more than warm, dry towels that don&#8217;t leave a moldy smell in their bathroom. It&#8217;s good points greatly outweigh its bad ones, making it a worthwhile investment.</p>
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		<title>Strathwood St. Thomas Cast-Aluminum Fire Pit With Table</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:52:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/B000W9BP44.01._SX500_SCLZZZZZZZ_V217281022_.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-214" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Strathwood St. Thomas Cast-Aluminum Fire Pit With Table" src="http://www.bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/B000W9BP44.01._SX500_SCLZZZZZZZ_V217281022_-300x209.jpg" alt="Strathwood St. Thomas Cast-Aluminum Fire Pit With Table" width="300" height="209" /></a>If you&#8217;re looking for a stylish yet durable fire pit at an affordable price, the Strathwood St. Thomas Cast-Aluminum Fire Pit With Table may be right up your alley. This fire pit is part of Strathwood&#8217;s St. Thomas Deep Seating Collection that includes a chaise lounge, loveseat and a variety of arm chairs.</p>
<p>This fire pit/table features a round, durable all-weather table that is 42 inches in diameter by 22½&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/B000W9BP44.01._SX500_SCLZZZZZZZ_V217281022_.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-214" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Strathwood St. Thomas Cast-Aluminum Fire Pit With Table" src="http://www.bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/B000W9BP44.01._SX500_SCLZZZZZZZ_V217281022_-300x209.jpg" alt="Strathwood St. Thomas Cast-Aluminum Fire Pit With Table" width="300" height="209" /></a>If you&#8217;re looking for a stylish yet durable fire pit at an affordable price, the Strathwood St. Thomas Cast-Aluminum Fire Pit With Table may be right up your alley. This fire pit is part of Strathwood&#8217;s St. Thomas Deep Seating Collection that includes a chaise lounge, loveseat and a variety of arm chairs.</p>
<p>This fire pit/table features a round, durable all-weather table that is 42 inches in diameter by 22½ inches high and weighs just under 50 lbs. It&#8217;s made of rust-resistant aluminum with a dark, flecked finish and has an impressive central fire pit. Its protective, removable mesh dome lid exposes a recessed, bright copper 22&#8243; x 7&#8243; fire bowl with a black metal grate that rests near its bottom. The lid has a lovely scrolling vine motif design with a dark brown finish accentuated with silver and bronze highlights. This design provides an even, smooth surface that keeps dishes from teetering and allows rainwater to drip through and dry out.</p>
<p>Overall, the Strathwood line offers elegance, quality and ease of use, but as with any product, it has some cons. Out of 64 user who purchased the product from Amazon.com, 40 of them gave it a 5-star rating. The easy assembly and easy-to-follow instructions won high marks from nearly all of the customers, who reported that assembly took 20 to 30 minutes. All user noted, however, that assembly goes much smoother if you loosely assemble the table then tighten up the nuts and bolts once it&#8217;s put together.</p>
<p>Users were equally impressed with the ornamental design of the fire pit and the lid, which made it look more like “a stylish addition to their patio furniture than a traditional fire pit.” One might assume the the fire pit/table is more lightweight than it really is until they have to pick it up, and a video reviewer even suggested that it&#8217;s heavier than advertised. One customer found that the fire pit&#8217;s “ornate design makes it a focal point for our deck conversation area.” Another customer thought the table could also be used as a nice “drink chiller full of ice”. <strong> </strong></p>
<p>The fire pit could also be used to grill hot dogs if you place a barbeque grate over the copper bowl, as one customer did, or you can use it to roast marshmallows. The wide rim around the fire pit can adequately hold dinner plates and drinks. You could place the intricately designed lid on the grill to use it as a dining table. The height allows easy dining, and some users used it as a footrest with no problems. The fire pit/table is sturdy enough for kids to put their feet up on it without tipping it over, according to one customer.</p>
<p>Although assembly is easy enough, the less glowing reviews indicate that the copper bowl and protective lid doesn&#8217;t quite fit well together. The lid only lays flat if you remove the bowl. If you leave the bowl in, the lid sits lopsided. The holes in the lid allows water to drain through and accumulate in the bowl, like during a rainstorm. The potential problem is that the bowl has no holes on the bottom to allow for water drainage. You&#8217;ll have to remember to empty it or else you&#8217;ll have another problem on your hands&#8211;mosquitoes. Or you can do as one customer did and drill a hole in the bottom of the bowl. The copper bowl may also change color when it&#8217;s wet. Despite being advertised as rustproof, one customer did report seeing rust after only six weeks after buying it.</p>
<p>Overall, this product&#8217;s pluses greatly outweighs its minuses. The Strathwood St. Thomas Cast-Aluminum Fire Pit with Table would make a great addition to any patio or backyard. <a title="Strathwood St. Thomas Cast-Aluminum Fire Pit With Table" href="http://www.bogsie.com/go/strathwoodfirepit">Available through Amazon</a>.</p>
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		<title>Baby Proofing Basics</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 01:02:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/istock_000004941845xsmall-200x3001.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-205" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Baby Proofing" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/istock_000004941845xsmall-200x3001.jpg" alt="Baby Proofing" width="200" height="300" /></a>One of the first things that goes through a new parent’s head is the need for safety.  Baby proofing your home is a major concern – and rightfully so.  Many accidents that happen in the home can be prevented with a few safety precautions.</p>
<p>Before you spend a penny on baby proofing accessories, take an inventory throughout your home to look for trouble spots.  Some examples of baby dangers are&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/istock_000004941845xsmall-200x3001.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-205" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Baby Proofing" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/istock_000004941845xsmall-200x3001.jpg" alt="Baby Proofing" width="200" height="300" /></a>One of the first things that goes through a new parent’s head is the need for safety.  Baby proofing your home is a major concern – and rightfully so.  Many accidents that happen in the home can be prevented with a few safety precautions.</p>
<p>Before you spend a penny on baby proofing accessories, take an inventory throughout your home to look for trouble spots.  Some examples of baby dangers are chemicals, open toilets, bathtub faucets, sharp edges on tables and other furniture, staircases, unprotected electrical outlets, heavy furniture such as bookcases and entertainment centers that could fall on baby, window blind cords, electrical appliances, sharp utensils, doors that lock on the inside, and choking hazards.</p>
<p>As you’re going through your home making a baby-proofing inventory, make sure that you don’t stay on your feet.  Don’t forget to get on your hands and knees and get a baby’s eye level view of your home.</p>
<p>When you look at the above list, you may begin to feel overwhelmed – but don’t panic!  Baby proofing doesn’t have to be done all in one day – especially if you start early in your pregnancy and baby’s life.</p>
<p>You should begin thinking about baby proofing as soon as you decide to become a parent.  However, even after your baby is born you have a little time to get the job done.  At first your baby won’t be able to move around the house at will and this gives you time to get your baby proofing done if you haven’t already completed it.  Certainly before your baby is crawling, you should have your baby proofing completed.</p>
<p>Many parents work hard at baby proofing their home, but don’t take care of the hidden choking hazards that are lurking.  An easy test to determine whether or not an object is a choking hazard is to see if it will fit through the hole in a toilet paper roll.</p>
<p>If an object can easily slide through, it can easily be picked up by small hands and put in the mouth.  Make sure that you don’t make a baby-proofing mistake by overlooking common objects in your home that could spell big danger.</p>
<p>Once you know what areas of your home need baby proofing, you can make some simple modifications to improve safety.  Childproof latches, socket covers, <a title="KidCo Configure Gate" href="http://bogsie.com/go/babygate">configurable gates</a> and simply picking up dangerous objects can help make your home safer for your baby and improve your peace of mind.</p>
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		<title>The Competitive Sport of Dog Agility</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:57:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/51DFoxyIsrL._SS400_-300x1901.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-201" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Dog Agility Training Kit" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/51DFoxyIsrL._SS400_-300x1901.jpg" alt="Dog Agility Training Kit" width="300" height="190" /></a>Dog agility is gaining speed as one of Europe and America’s best animal sports.  In dog agility, a handler guides the dog in going through a course in the least amount of time possible.</p>
<p>The dog cannot be confined to a leash during agility competitions.  As the clock ticks on, the dog has to complete various obstacles, ranging from jumps to pipes as spectators watch from the stands.</p>
<p>Dog agility&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/51DFoxyIsrL._SS400_-300x1901.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-201" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Dog Agility Training Kit" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/51DFoxyIsrL._SS400_-300x1901.jpg" alt="Dog Agility Training Kit" width="300" height="190" /></a>Dog agility is gaining speed as one of Europe and America’s best animal sports.  In dog agility, a handler guides the dog in going through a course in the least amount of time possible.</p>
<p>The dog cannot be confined to a leash during agility competitions.  As the clock ticks on, the dog has to complete various obstacles, ranging from jumps to pipes as spectators watch from the stands.</p>
<p>Dog agility is a knock off of equestrian stadium jumping, but it now has its own obstacles, rules and scoring agenda separate from the original root source.  There are numerous organizations that cater to dog agility participants.</p>
<p>In the United States, you can find organizations that conduct trials through local dog training clubs.  These groups adhere to the rigid international rules for agility performance.</p>
<p>During a dog agility competition, the participants are judged, not only on speed, but also on physical performance within the obstacle course.  Each country also has its own set of domestic rules they sometimes go by, such as scoring that is handler-based rather than performance-based.</p>
<p>Ideally, the organization handling the trial will ensure that the agility obstacle course is designed with the safety of the dog in mind.  For instance, if a dog calculates distance wrong, he won’t get injured on the jump bar because they’re displaceable.  And surfaces are roughened up before competitions to ensure the dog doesn’t slip or slide and get injured during an agility competition.</p>
<p>During an agility competition, the animals and handlers will participate in various obstacle courses that offer different levels of challenge based on the pet’s level of ability.  When the trial begins, the handler has to maneuver the dog through the course without use of a leash or reward, beating the complicated course in the least amount of time.</p>
<p>As the dog and its handler participate in more agility trials, they will usually move up to a higher level of competition, where the courses get more complex and higher levels of skill are required.</p>
<p>When a dog does something wrong during a competition, it’s known as a “fault,” and they are penalized if they go over the standard time calculations. Dogs of equal size are pitted against one another in divisions.  Then the animal that participates in the agility training and garners the shortest time and least number of faults wins, along with its handler who helped guide him through the course.</p>
<p>Sounds fun, huh!? To get involved take a look at your local guides, and consider buying an agility training kit <a title="Dog Agility Training Kit" href="http://bogsie.com/go/dogagility">like this one</a>, so your dog can practice at home and keep up with the competition. Good luck!</p>
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		<title>Easing Into the Green Living Lifestyle</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:49:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/istock_000003562898large-300x1991.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-196" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Green Living" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/istock_000003562898large-300x1991.jpg" alt="Green Living" width="300" height="199" /></a>As global warming continues to be a major concern for the future of our planet, people are starting to turn to green living practices to help save it for future generations. Green living involves every aspect of our daily lives &#8211; from driving to work to mowing our lawns.</p>
<p>Making the switch to green living all at once might scare most people away from implementing those earth-friendly changes. There are&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/istock_000003562898large-300x1991.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-196" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Green Living" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/istock_000003562898large-300x1991.jpg" alt="Green Living" width="300" height="199" /></a>As global warming continues to be a major concern for the future of our planet, people are starting to turn to green living practices to help save it for future generations. Green living involves every aspect of our daily lives &#8211; from driving to work to mowing our lawns.</p>
<p>Making the switch to green living all at once might scare most people away from implementing those earth-friendly changes. There are many ways to ease into this practice and still help save the earth’s environment.</p>
<p>Air pollution is a major problem for some cities. A lot of it comes from the factories, but that’s not the only avenue contributing to global warming. Automobiles give off a fair amount of pollutants into the air.</p>
<p>When you have a lot of cars driving around on the city streets, you’re multiplying the amounts of pollutants being emitted by each car that’s destroying our ozone.  If you want to save the environment, you can start by either car pooling, walking more instead of driving or even purchasing hybrid models that don’t do as much damage.</p>
<p>This small change can bring much relief for the environment for future generations.  There are many ways to adapt green living into your life by taking a look at your home. What kind of bulbs are you using?</p>
<p>The standard bulbs we use only contribute to higher electricity bills and more carbon dioxide. If you switch at least some of your standard bulbs with the compact fluorescent bulbs, you can save the environment while saving on your electric bill.</p>
<p>Make sure to seal any gaps around windows and doors to keep any cold drafts from blowing into the house, which can cost you more money. Make sure the house is well insulated to help cut down on those costs in the wintertime. The less the furnace or heater has to run, the better off everyone will be.</p>
<p>Take a look at your appliances. Are they devouring too much energy? If they’re older models, the answer is probably yes.  While some of the changes are in the appliances that you use, other ways to go green involve your own habits and actions.</p>
<p>Do you open the oven door several times to check and see if something is done? The harder an appliance has to work, the harder it is on the environment. If you keep opening the oven door, the temperature will drop almost 25 degrees. It will then have to work harder to get back to the original temperature.</p>
<p>Recycling is an excellent way to save our environment. Try to buy as many products as you can that can be recycled. Avoid the non-recyclable items such as Styrofoam cups. Use a compost bin, <a title="STC 33301 Green Ecomposter" href="http://bogsie.com/go/compostbin">like this one</a>. The less trash that has to be burned &#8211; or buried into our soil &#8211; the better off our planet will be.</p>
<p>These small changes may seem like they couldn’t help much for the environment, but they can help tremendously. Every little bit we do is a much-needed step toward reserving natural resources for our future generations. Get involved with the environment and start to make a difference in the practice of green living for our earth.</p>
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		<title>Scrapbooking to Give as Gifts</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:42:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/61WPROl1oFL._SS500_-300x3001.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-191" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Scrabooking" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/61WPROl1oFL._SS500_-300x3001.jpg" alt="Scrabooking" width="300" height="300" /></a>Scrapbooking has become a nice hobby for you to creatively display some of your favorite pictures. If everyone raves about your abilities as a scrapbooking genius, you might want to create a scrapbook to give as a gift for those who don’t have the talent or the time to make beautiful keepsakes like you do!</p>
<p>It’s easy to shop online or mosey into a local store and pick up a&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/61WPROl1oFL._SS500_-300x3001.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-191" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Scrabooking" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/61WPROl1oFL._SS500_-300x3001.jpg" alt="Scrabooking" width="300" height="300" /></a>Scrapbooking has become a nice hobby for you to creatively display some of your favorite pictures. If everyone raves about your abilities as a scrapbooking genius, you might want to create a scrapbook to give as a gift for those who don’t have the talent or the time to make beautiful keepsakes like you do!</p>
<p>It’s easy to shop online or mosey into a local store and pick up a present for someone you love.  But a personalized gift means you’ve put your heart into it – and it will be far more treasured than a department-store gift would be.</p>
<p>Is someone you know having an anniversary?  The first year of marriage is the paper anniversary – an ideal time to deliver a scrapbook of memories to a bride and groom just starting their lives together.</p>
<p>Older couples would also enjoy scrapbook keepsakes to look back on the years they’ve spent together.  Put together a scrapbook that shows as much as you can share about the couple, but add some blank pages so that each of them can add their <em>own</em> memories to the scrapbook form their own perspective.</p>
<p>Milestone birthdays are another perfect opportunity to give a scrapbook as a gift.  Someone turning 40 would enjoy an “Over-the-Hill” scrapbook that shows their lives up to that point – providing they have a good sense of humor.</p>
<p>Someone who’s retiring might also love a scrapbook that shares their time spent with a company.  To many, their work family is an integral part of their lives, and having a scrapbook to look back on and remember the people and place would be a gift they treasure for years.</p>
<p>Your themed pages could include ladder climbing, showing their progress as they were promoted up in the ranks.  Add a few blank pages to include pictures and mementos (as well as notes) about the retirement party itself.</p>
<p>Scrapbooks are great gifts to give someone for holidays or everyday occasions.  They’re easy and fun to make and show you put a lot of thought into the gift.  Scrapbooks that have photos of the past bring an overwhelming amount of happy memories they can relive and enjoy all over again.</p>
<p>You can find a whole range of <a title="Scrapbooking" href="http://bogsie.com/go/scrapbooking">scrapbooking tools and accessories, like this, at Amazon</a>. They&#8217;re always in stock, highly regarded and have fast, often free, shipping. Happy scrapbooking!</p>
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		<title>Five Reasons Why You Should Buy Natural Soy Candles</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:34:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/j0400173-300x1991.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-186" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Natural Soy Candles" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/j0400173-300x1991.jpg" alt="Natural Soy Candles" width="300" height="199" /></a>Candles are blended in our culture in many ways. Some are used strictly for their décor value, while others are used to fill rooms with their pleasant aroma. Candles can have a special place in our ceremonies, such as in birthday celebrations and weddings.</p>
<p>Nothing delights children more than being singled out to blow the dancing flames from atop the cake, and in weddings, two are often used to light&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/j0400173-300x1991.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-186" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Natural Soy Candles" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/j0400173-300x1991.jpg" alt="Natural Soy Candles" width="300" height="199" /></a>Candles are blended in our culture in many ways. Some are used strictly for their décor value, while others are used to fill rooms with their pleasant aroma. Candles can have a special place in our ceremonies, such as in birthday celebrations and weddings.</p>
<p>Nothing delights children more than being singled out to blow the dancing flames from atop the cake, and in weddings, two are often used to light a single candle, symbolizing the two becoming one.</p>
<p>Of all the choices you have in the types of candles you can use, natural soy candles can be a very good choice. You can find soy candles in many different sizes and shapes, and in as many fragrances as you can imagine. If you’ve never given thought to the difference that your choice in candles makes, here are a few things you may want to consider:</p>
<p>1. Natural soy candles are not made from petroleum products. As you well know, petroleum is a non-renewable resource, which is being depleted at an ever-increasing pace.</p>
<p>As the world’s population increases, so does its energy needs. Petroleum is the world’s primary fuel source, and as such it has reached an all time high in demand. Soy candles, being made from natural ingredients, are not dependant on this supply of petroleum and are a product of a totally renewable resource.</p>
<p>2. When you burn candles made with petroleum products, you are also releasing into the air harmful toxins. These toxins are sometimes carcinogenic in nature, which is something a lot of people fail to recognize. Natural soy candles burn much cleaner than other candles, and do not contain carcinogens, or any other toxins which are a trademark of petroleum based candles.</p>
<p>3. The use of soy candles doesn’t promote the exploration and development of facilities, which can do further damage to our environment. You may not consider candles to be much of a strain on our eco-system, but think of the millions of candles being used worldwide, and you might paint a different picture in your mind. Drilling for petroleum deposits comes with an ecological price, which can sometimes be a lot higher than you could imagine.</p>
<p>4. Natural soy candles actually stimulate our economy, without any harmful side effects to the environment. The soy products used to make soy candles are almost all domestically grown, so it helps to keeps jobs at home.</p>
<p>5. Natural soy candles aren’t as messy as other types of candles. How many times have your candles burned, leaving a mess of wax to clean up? Some candles, especially those made with petroleum, can leave a horrid mess, which is difficult to clean &#8211; and they can leave oil stains, too. Soy candles clean up easily with just soap and water!</p>
<p>Buying natural soy candles, <a title="Natural Soy Candles" href="http://bogsie.com/go/soycandles">like this one</a>, makes perfect sense when you consider all of the positive attributes they possess. You won’t be giving up anything when you make the choice to use soy candles, as they come in all of the fragrances you’re accustomed to and they’re much better for you and the environment.</p>
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		<title>How to Buy Maternity Clothing Without Breaking the Bank</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:27:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/07-28-11-pregnant-belly-istock_000006601925xsmall-200x3001.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-181" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="How to Buy Maternity Clothing Without Breaking the Bank" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/07-28-11-pregnant-belly-istock_000006601925xsmall-200x3001.jpg" alt="How to Buy Maternity Clothing Without Breaking the Bank" width="200" height="300" /></a>When it comes to women’s clothing, they always tend to be priced higher than those for men. The price for women’s clothing also varies when it’s broken down into their respective categories.</p>
<p>Maternity clothing is considered a specialty line of clothing, because it’s only worn by women who are pregnant and only used for a specific time. This is one of the reasons that maternity clothing can cost a bit&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/07-28-11-pregnant-belly-istock_000006601925xsmall-200x3001.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-181" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="How to Buy Maternity Clothing Without Breaking the Bank" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/07-28-11-pregnant-belly-istock_000006601925xsmall-200x3001.jpg" alt="How to Buy Maternity Clothing Without Breaking the Bank" width="200" height="300" /></a>When it comes to women’s clothing, they always tend to be priced higher than those for men. The price for women’s clothing also varies when it’s broken down into their respective categories.</p>
<p>Maternity clothing is considered a specialty line of clothing, because it’s only worn by women who are pregnant and only used for a specific time. This is one of the reasons that maternity clothing can cost a bit more than regular women’s clothing.</p>
<p>One sure way for your household to be put on a strict budget is to introduce a pregnancy into the home. Once the announcement has been made that baby is coming, things begin to change in response of the news.</p>
<p>Buying maternity clothes is just one of the new costs associated with having a baby. The mother to be is going to be headed for some very drastic changes &#8211; and her apparel is going to have to be updated in order to keep her comfortable.</p>
<p>For many parents to be, it’s more important to spend more on some things for the pregnancy than others. One pregnancy related budget buster is maternity clothing. It’s one of the pregnancy essentials, and usually means replacing the mother’s entire wardrobe with maternity clothing.</p>
<p>Daywear and sleepwear alike must be comfortable and functional for mommy and baby to be happy, and mommy’s regular wardrobe must change as she and baby grows together.</p>
<p>Some maternity clothing can be used throughout the entire pregnancy, while others can’t. The way a particular piece of clothing is made, which is often referred to as the cut, can make a big difference in how long during the pregnancy the clothing is viable.</p>
<p>Women who are in professional careers are especially in need of clothing that looks very sleek and professional, while still providing comfort. This type of maternity clothing usually fits a bit more snugly and will only last for a couple of months before needing to be replaced by a larger size. Over the course of the pregnancy, this can get expensive.</p>
<p>The good news is that you don’t have to sacrifice comfort for your budget. It’s possible to find maternity clothes at a huge discount if you know where to look. The first place you should begin is online.</p>
<p>There are many stores online where you can purchase all types of maternity clothes and save a bundle because the online stores don’t have to pay for the usual brick and mortar overhead costs. You’ll be amazed at the number of maternity clothing shops online you’ll find which offer clothing at discount prices. The best thing is that you can look like a million bucks, but you won’t have to pay anywhere near that much to look so good!</p>
<p>One of the better places to look is <a title="Maternity Clothing" href="http://bogsie.com/go/maternitywear">Amazon</a>. They have a whole maternity clothing section that can be sorted by customer ratings, price ranges and brands. A lot of the time they offer free, fast shipping too. However, a quick google search can find you many more shops online as well.</p>
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		<title>How to Buy the Right Pet Rabbit Hutch</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2011 04:18:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rsz_istock_000002975794large_rs350x233-300x1991.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-176" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Natura 2-Story Rabbit Retreat" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rsz_istock_000002975794large_rs350x233-300x1991.jpg" alt="Natura 2-Story Rabbit Retreat" width="300" height="199" /></a>Selecting a rabbit hutch for the pet you have now or intend to get in the future should be based on several steps. Most experts say to select a home for the bunny that gives him room enough to hop around without feeling caged in. That would mean choosing housing for the pet that&#8217;s between three and four times the adult size of the bunny.</p>
<p>The best option for any&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rsz_istock_000002975794large_rs350x233-300x1991.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-176" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="Natura 2-Story Rabbit Retreat" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rsz_istock_000002975794large_rs350x233-300x1991.jpg" alt="Natura 2-Story Rabbit Retreat" width="300" height="199" /></a>Selecting a rabbit hutch for the pet you have now or intend to get in the future should be based on several steps. Most experts say to select a home for the bunny that gives him room enough to hop around without feeling caged in. That would mean choosing housing for the pet that&#8217;s between three and four times the adult size of the bunny.</p>
<p>The best option for any rabbit owner is to buy the largest and the best hutch available. Small cages that are barely as big as the bunny don&#8217;t allow the pet enough room to move about or get enough exercise. If you&#8217;re concerned about your pet getting the exercise he needs, then think about getting a hutch that also has a run with it.</p>
<p>You&#8217;ll want to have a place for him that&#8217;s adequate enough to meet his needs regardless of how warm or cool the area is where the bunny will reside. When you are looking to get a hutch, you should consider the lifespan of the pet.</p>
<p>Most rabbits do have longevity with an average lifespan of ten years although some have been known to live as long as fifteen years or more. You&#8217;ll want to get a hutch that&#8217;s solidly built and can stand up to the rigors of time, especially if you plan to use the hutch outside.</p>
<p>Because rabbits do gnaw, you want to make sure that the type of rabbit hutch you purchase doesn&#8217;t contain materials that are dangerous for the bunny to ingest. Certain types of wood are toxic to bunnies as are some kinds of sealant that the wood is coated with.</p>
<p>Since rabbits can tend to be messy critters, you&#8217;ll want a cage that doesn&#8217;t make you dread cleaning up after the pet. Most cages have slide out bottoms or litter trays that can be removed and easily cleaned and disinfected. Also know that rabbits have a tendency to kick their droppings out of the cage if it&#8217;s not kept clean enough to suit them.</p>
<p>If the bunny home is put outside in the yard, make sure it offers enough protection from the elements. Hutches that have wire on the bottom can damage the bunny&#8217; feet so if you happen to choose one with a wire floor, you&#8217;ll need to cover it to protect the pet. Since most predators are nocturnal, if your bunny is left outside after dark, he could be a target so you&#8217;ll want to ensure that he&#8217;s protected from other animals.</p>
<p>When you&#8217;re trying to decide on which rabbit hutch is the right one, consider how many rabbits you intend to house in the hutch. If you plan to keep a male and female together, since they are fast and hardy breeders, you could end up with more bunnies than you want.</p>
<p>One of the more popular rabbit hutches is the Natura 2-Story Rabbit Retreat. It&#8217;s heavy duty, weatherproof, looks good and has an area for he bunny to play and another to sleep in. Check it out at <a title="Natura 2-Story Rabbit Retreat" href="http://bogsie.com/go/rabbithutch">Amazon</a>.</p>
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		<title>What Makes Whole Body Vibration Therapy Unique?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2011 04:05:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/31tTrOS7UVL._SS350_-300x3001.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-171" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="LifeSpan Fitness VP-1000 Vibration Plate" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/31tTrOS7UVL._SS350_-300x3001.jpg" alt="LifeSpan Fitness VP-1000 Vibration Plate" width="300" height="300" /></a>Whole body vibration therapy may be a new phrase to you, but it&#8217;s one youíre going to want to learn more about and fast. The idea behind the therapy is the treatment of the body as a whole.</p>
<p>When one part of the body is hurting or disease attacks one part of the body, the entire body including the mind is affected by it. The scientific backing behind the therapy&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/31tTrOS7UVL._SS350_-300x3001.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-171" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="LifeSpan Fitness VP-1000 Vibration Plate" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/31tTrOS7UVL._SS350_-300x3001.jpg" alt="LifeSpan Fitness VP-1000 Vibration Plate" width="300" height="300" /></a>Whole body vibration therapy may be a new phrase to you, but it&#8217;s one youíre going to want to learn more about and fast. The idea behind the therapy is the treatment of the body as a whole.</p>
<p>When one part of the body is hurting or disease attacks one part of the body, the entire body including the mind is affected by it. The scientific backing behind the therapy has proven that the methods of treating and working out the body as a whole makes an impact on lives for the better.</p>
<p>Just like some other form of exercises (but without the wear and tear on the muscles), this type of therapy strengthens the body, improves balance and helps to condition the muscles.</p>
<p>What makes it unique is that it gives a workout to the entire body in much less time than it would take you to work out at a gym. But, unlike working out in a gym, this therapy is also recommended for the elderly as well as for people who have certain diseases that affect the muscles.</p>
<p>Rather than targeting one part of the body or one set of muscles, whole body vibration therapy travels from head to toe exercising and strengthening the person as a whole. When you work out on your own or on machines at an exercise center, you can only work those muscles up to a certain speed based on your own ability.</p>
<p>You can&#8217;t force the muscles to contract or relax any faster and you&#8217;d get injured if you did try to make your muscles move beyond their capability. However, with vibrational therapy, the machine is what stimulates the muscles and takes them that extra mile but without any injury to you.</p>
<p>Because it&#8217;s not a rigid type of exercise and it&#8217;s not fast paced aerobics, this can safely be used even by people who have experienced problems with their joints. The machine works as an aid to give back dexterity and power to muscles affected by stress injuries or injured in the course of sports play which is one of the reasons why star athletes use this therapy.</p>
<p>Faster healing means getting back in the game quicker, and while you might not be a high paid athlete, you deserve to spend life in the game too, instead of sitting on the bench because of being sidelined by pain or injured muscles.</p>
<p>Rehabilitation experts recommend whole body vibration therapy to older people to help them move about more freely when they&#8217;ve been slowed by age or muscle problems. You can spend less time working out and yet give your entire body the top of the line defense against diseases, muscles that ache and the loss of flexibility that comes with aging joints.</p>
<p>But don&#8217;t just grab any vibrational machine; be sure it is well reviewed and highly regarded. The LifeSpan Fitness VP-1000 Vibration Plate is one such award winning machine, with a rating of 4 stars on Amazon. <a title="LifeSpan Fitness VP-1000 Vibration Plate" href="http://bogsie.com/go/lifespanfitness">Head on over to Amazon to check it out</a>, together with other highly regarded models and brands.</p>
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		<title>The Basics of Dog Grooming</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2011 03:30:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/yorkshire-terrier-istock_000002265853xsmall-300x3001.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-166" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="The Basics of Dog Grooming" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/yorkshire-terrier-istock_000002265853xsmall-300x3001.jpg" alt="The Basics of Dog Grooming" width="300" height="300" /></a>If you have a best friend and companion who also happens to be a dog, you should know the basics of dog grooming so that you can keep your little friend happy, healthy and looking good. Dog grooming consists of physically maintaining the appearance of the dog as well as those grooming tasks that prevent your pooch from developing health problems.</p>
<p>You should groom your dog based on his breed&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/yorkshire-terrier-istock_000002265853xsmall-300x3001.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-166" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="The Basics of Dog Grooming" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/yorkshire-terrier-istock_000002265853xsmall-300x3001.jpg" alt="The Basics of Dog Grooming" width="300" height="300" /></a>If you have a best friend and companion who also happens to be a dog, you should know the basics of dog grooming so that you can keep your little friend happy, healthy and looking good. Dog grooming consists of physically maintaining the appearance of the dog as well as those grooming tasks that prevent your pooch from developing health problems.</p>
<p>You should groom your dog based on his breed and hair type. If the dog is a short-hair Chihuahua, his needs are going to be different from a Lhasa Apso that grows long and silky hair. A good pair of all round clippers to keep your pooch&#8217;s hair in check is the <a title="Andis 22360 AGC Super 2-Speed Professional Animal Clipper with Locking Blade" href="http://bogsie.com/go/andisanimalclipper">Andis Animal Clipper, available at Amazon</a>. Its been given a huge 4.5 star rating why a huge 110 previous purchasers.</p>
<p>If your dog has an irritating skin, nail or ear condition, you&#8217;ll need to address those concerns as well as normal grooming.</p>
<p>Even if you take your dog to a professional dog groomer, you&#8217;ll need some basic tools at home to maintain and care for him between grooming sessions. For example, a brush is necessary to prevent dogs with long hair from developing tangles and matting that might result in irritation to the dog.</p>
<p>You may not have to trim your dog&#8217;s nails if you take him regularly to a groomer, but if your dog&#8217;s nails grow rapidly or you can wait longer to take him to a grooming session, you may need nail trimmers and file.</p>
<p>Bathing a dog can be a problem, especially if you have a big one. Little dogs can be bathed in the bathtub, whereas you may need another means to bathe a large dog. Such tubs or other tools can be purchased online or in your local pet store.</p>
<p>You may also be able to purchase dog shampoo at your local pet store, but check with your dog&#8217;s veterinarian to make sure you don&#8217;t need a special shampoo that will better clean and treat the dog&#8217;s skin.</p>
<p>Your veterinarian will also instruct you if you need to use ear cleaners and medication for problems such as allergies. You might also need to use special drops for your dog&#8217;s eyes or take care to wipe excessive ìtearingî from around the dog&#8217;s eyes so that eye infections donít occur.</p>
<p>Dog grooming is as important as managing your dogís diet to ensure future health and well-being. Exercise is also an important part of your dog&#8217;s grooming procedures. Making sure that your doggie is properly exercised ensures that he has a healthy immune system and that excess fat doesnít cause serious health problems.</p>
<p>Keeping your best friend and companion free from tangles, clean skin from bathing on a regular basis and performing the other dog grooming tasks that keeps you pooch healthy and beautiful will help you enjoy your dog and keep him by your side for many years to come.</p>
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		<title>The Best Facial Mask for Your Skin Type</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2011 03:16:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/2009_0324_istock_embarassedblonde-300x2401.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-162" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="The Best Facial Mask for Your Skin Type" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/2009_0324_istock_embarassedblonde-300x2401.jpg" alt="The Best Facial Mask for Your Skin Type" width="300" height="240" /></a>The skin care routine you use depends on your skin type and your lifestyle. So many of us are busy and it can be all to tempting to cut down on skin care &#8211; especially if itís time consuming.</p>
<p>No one has hours to devote to mixing up ingredients and then sitting around with a facial mask on waiting for skin to be toned and tightened. Thankfully, you don&#8217;t have&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/2009_0324_istock_embarassedblonde-300x2401.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-162" style="margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" title="The Best Facial Mask for Your Skin Type" src="http://bogsie.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/2009_0324_istock_embarassedblonde-300x2401.jpg" alt="The Best Facial Mask for Your Skin Type" width="300" height="240" /></a>The skin care routine you use depends on your skin type and your lifestyle. So many of us are busy and it can be all to tempting to cut down on skin care &#8211; especially if itís time consuming.</p>
<p>No one has hours to devote to mixing up ingredients and then sitting around with a facial mask on waiting for skin to be toned and tightened. Thankfully, you don&#8217;t have to mix your own (even natural facial masks can be purchased) and you don&#8217;t have to spend a lot of time on a mask. You can do one in about ten minutes, some in five. The best facial mask will be one that you fits your skin type and is convenient enough to make wanting to use it hassle free.</p>
<p>Masks come in different forms and some with varying results such as: masks meant to tighten your skin. These masks can either hydrate or cleanse problem skin. If you have combination skin, youíll want to get a mask made for that type of skin.</p>
<p>Collagen masks are meant to soothe wrinkles and keep the skin looking more youthful. These masks are usually a cream that you can apply or that comes in sheet masks. You can get the sheet masks in single or multi-packs and theyíre fast and easy to use, though some of them can be expensive, depending on which one you buy. Collagen masks are best for someone who wants smoother skin.</p>
<p>The best facial mask will use ingredients that are as close to nature as possible. You&#8217;ll see an ingredient list like cucumber, lemon, avocado, honey and some even have a hint of cinnamon.</p>
<p>The more natural a facial mask is, the better it will be on your skin. If you have a problem with skin tone that tends to be darker in some areas but lighter in others, you can even find facial masks to give your skin a more even appeal.</p>
<p>These are called whitening facial masks and can be done either at a day spa or salon or even purchased and used in the comfort of your own home. For those with dry skin, you do want to be cautious using masks that even out skin tone.</p>
<p>Peel-off masks are still as popular today as they have been in years past. These types of masks can come in powder form and require them to be mixed with water. Once they&#8217;re mixed, users just apply the mixture to the skin using an applicator stick.</p>
<p>The mixture will gently harden on the face, creating a mask. When the time is up, you just remove the mask by peeling it away as a whole. A benefit of this type of mask is that theyíre inexpensive, can help with blemishes (like blackheads) and are easy to use.</p>
<p>Did you know that you can even buy facial masks that were made for stressed skin? Stressed skin is skin that&#8217;s been damaged by factors like overexposure to the sun, scars (such as acne scars) and even damaged by stressful living.</p>
<p>One of the most popular facial masks is the Bliss Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask. It has been formulated for use by women and men and is gentle enough for use with blemishes like acne. Its received a 4 star rating on Amazon and numerous reviews, so <a title="Bliss Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask" href="http://bogsie.com/go/energizingmask">do yourself a favor and check it out</a>.</p>
<p>The best facial mask for your face is one that is as close to natural as possible, made for your skin type and one that youíll want to use because it&#8217;s easy and keeps your skin younger looking. While no skin care routine can prevent aging completely, you can certainly keep it from showing up on your face.</p>
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