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Pepper Spray is a common inflammatory agent used in repelling a would-be attacker. Using the essence of hot pepper as a weapon is not a new-age idea. The ancient Chinese put ground cayenne pepper in rice paper and flung it in the face of their opponents, and Japanese ninjas used ground pepper to disable opponents as well.

Today's commercial pepper spray products are mostly O.C. (Oleoresin Capsicum) which is a derivative of the hot pepper family. The degree of OC in solution is often touted as a percentage, usually in the range of 5% to 15%. Experts caution consumers not to take these marketing numbers too seriously. A higher percentage of OC may not penetrate the membranes as fast as lighter fluid. A more scientific rating is in Scoville Units. Look for a product rated at 2 million Scoville Units. That's plenty hot and will do the job if you must use it in an actual attack. Do not use it in any situation other than as an emergency defensive manoeuvre. You can be fined by police or sued by the person who claims the assault to be inappropriate or injurious.

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Did you know that most dogs don't get cavities? And, just like people, our companion animals are living longer and longer. Even with this longer life span, they still usually don't get cavities. And, did you know even without getting cavities, the most sever medical problems companion dogs face are dental problems? An American Animal Hospital Association study recently found that about two thirds of pet owners do not provide their animals with recommended dental care.

It is incredibly important to provide regular and thorough dental care because it is the most sever medical problem facing our canine population, today. About 80% of dogs by age 3 have some form of dental disease. And dental disease doesn't just stop in the mouth. As it advances, infections may travel to include the heart, liver or kidneys.

Dental disease begins with a buildup of food particles and bacteria along the gum line. This buildup is called plaque. If the plaque is not removed through regular brushing, minerals in the dogs' saliva transform the plaque into a strongly solidified, s...

Bed Bugs are making a comeback, and bug treatment and removal is starting to be a necessary evil in this century - no matter where you live or how clean you are.

Bed Bugs Treatment Starts with Prevention

The best way to prevent a bed bug infestation is to keep them from getting into your home.
Unfortunately, bed bugs are becoming a global problem, and since these little critters are fast and invasive, it can be tough to keep them out.

When you travel, bring a flashlight. Check the mattress where you're staying for any small dark stains. Look in the crevices of the mattress, and the seams. Check carefully. It is unlikely that you'll see a bug, but you may see evidence of them. They will leave dark (blood) stains when they get crushed as the previous person rolled over, or they may simply leave excrement.
Either way, they're gross.

If you see evidence of bed bugs, leave the room immediately. If you can't leave, then make sure that your luggage is placed in the bathtub or elevated...