A family somehow feels incomplete without a few pets and a dog is definitely one of the first choices for most people. However, you need to be careful at the pound, so that you don’t end up with a dog that just isn’t right for your current living conditions. Make no mistakes, most dogs make great pets, but not every breed is suited for every lifestyle, so it’s better to make a smart choice in the beginning than to regret it later on.

Big Dogs are for Big Homes

Size is without a doubt, one of the main factors to keep in mind while choosing a breed and the rule here is quite simple; big dogs are meant for big homes. If you have a small apartment or you live in a high-rise building in the city, opt for a smaller breed like the Affenpinscher or the Bolognese. High-rises also make it difficult to take your giant dog out multiple times in a day for them to relieve themselves. A smaller dog on the other hand can use Hands Off Puppy Training Pads to do their business right within the apartment even after they grow up and you are away at work. If you have a big house with an open backyard though, feel free to adopt a gentle giant from the Newfoundland or the Bullmastiff breed.

Are You Ready for an Energetic Dog?

Most young and healthy dogs are energetic, but certain breeds such as the Husky or the Border Collie are exceptionally energetic and they have a very real need to spend that energy on a daily basis. If they don’t do so, they will become depressed and may even develop behavioral and physical problems down the line. Therefore, unless you are willing to spend sufficient time running around and playing with your dog, avoid getting a super-energetic breed as a pet. On the other hand, if you had been looking for a companion to go on walks or runs with you, an energetic dog is exactly what you need.

The Expenses

Keeping a dog is not going to be cheap if you want your pet to be in good health and remain happy. There are veterinary costs for regular checkups, vaccinations, immunizations, neutering etc. that you need to consider. Then of course, there are certain dogs that might need special care because they would not be able to survive without it. The general rule of thumb is that bigger breeds with a lot of fur need the most maintenance. Make sure that you are capable of providing everything that a particular dog needs before bringing it home.

Dogs don’t live as long as humans but during their short lives, they leave a huge impact on ours nonetheless. If you do decide to adopt a pet, be ready to really accept them as a part of your family because that’s the only way they can perceive you and your family.


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Outdoor means anything that is out of the door. Having said that, we mean, things that may constitute outdoor varies from place to place. For instance, if you are in the plain, your outdoor world would include things like nature, birds, trees, topography etc. to name a few. In short, elements of outdoor keep changing from a place to place. Hence, you too should keep changing your accessories for the outdoors. If you are planning for a camping at the beach, for instance, you should have an adventure kings awning 2x3m that would work like a perfect makeshift home for sure.

Selecting the right outdoor accessories:  

• Stylish Awnings: Anything that is compact in design takes little space and easy to carry. People who travel a lot can connect with it better. After all, you need to pack many things together based on your itinerary and thus, things that require little space compared to others become a part of your accessories. On the flip side, anything that is stylish spells your clash and lifts your mood too. Hence, you should plan the summer holidays, for instance, in advance and choose accessories accordingly. Things like adventure kings awning 2x3m have been manufactured with an eye for perfection of living at the faraway places.
• Folding Air-Bed: Air Beds are the next important item that you should carry for enhancing your camping experience. The onus to mention that these beds are very handy for carrying to places. On top of it, your bed will be ready in no time. All that you need is to pump sufficient air into a bed and your bed in the jungle, for instance, will be ready for enjoyment.
• Even-temp stoves: The USP (Unique Selling Proposition) of this stove is that you can cook three items at a time with this stove. You will find this stove congenial on many an occasion. For instance, this stove is suitable for hiking. Because of its small size than traditional stoves, carrying it to places will be easier to you.
• Inflatable sofa cum bed: To complement your camping experience further, you would ideally need a sofa to sit as you cannot always lie or sit on the bed quite comfortably. That’s how an inflatable sofa cum bed becomes a necessity at the campsite. If you are spending holidays in the woods, this sofa cum bed can truly be a game changer for you.
• Propane fire pit: To keep you warm and avoid wild animals at night, fire is a must. You need fire to cook things or even to make a cup of hot coffee for you. You will be happy to know that portable propane fire pit is now available in the market and you can carry it to places bespoke to your unique need.            

All those put together connotes that adventure kings awning 2x3m can be the best companion for outdoor provided you know the ways and means of taking it to your advantage. It further connotes that your necessity and the desire are the guiding factors here when it comes to camping in outdoor.


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Summer is just around the corner and no wonder most parents are on the lookout for exciting activities for their kids. For a fun yet different kind of playground to explore this year, leave it to the premier Apple partner Power Mac Center (PMC).



In its latest series of summer workshops, courses were thoroughly selected and modules creatively crafted to meet the current interests of young digital enthusiasts. Kids may choose from the following classes, each with intensive yet enjoyable 5-day sessions:

1. Game Development
2. Digital Arts
3. 3D Modelling and Animation
4. Robotics

Held in Power Mac Center training rooms at Greenbelt 3, TriNoma, and Festival Alabang, the programs are open to all kids from 8 to 15 years old. Classes are divided into two batches — kids and teens, and modules are modified accordingly to match the depth of interest of each attendee.

With the change in the academic calendar, Power Mac Center decided to extend the duration of the program to 4 months, from April to July, making it available to even more kids in the metro.


The fee is at Php 5,500 per course, inclusive of the use of Apple devices pre-installed with applications, and all other learning materials required in each course. After the week-long workshops, each attendee will take home a certificate and the flash drive containing the individual projects they created.

“It has already been a decade since we started creating and promoting different playgrounds of technology for the Power Mac Center Training Center, yet surely, with the positive impact it has brought to a lot of kids now, you can expect us to continue this advocacy for the next decade or more,” said Power Mac Center Marketing Director Joey Alvarez.

Reservation is validated by full payment and follows a “First come, first served” policy. Payment may be made at Power Mac Center Greenbelt 3, TriNoma, or Festival Alabang, or at the Training Center at 2L Cedar Executive Bldg. 1, 1006 Arnaiz Avenue, Makati City.

For more details, email pbsi@powermaccenter.com or call (632) 553 4211 / (632) 553 6399 / +63 908 885 6277 / +63 916 358 6056. Official hashtags: #PMCSummerWorkshop2018 #creativeplayground


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As a writer, I am familiar with the feeling of numbness in my hands every now and then. I usually feel it from the wrist, but the numbness and pain can go from all the way up to my shoulders. In the Nenoin Study press conference held last week, I learned that this condition is known as Peripheral Neuropathy. Apparently, this is common for writers like me.

First time to have a nerve test done on me here at the Merck Nerve Care Forum. Normal range is between 1-15 and my score is 2.4. All is good! 😊 #nenoinstudy #mercknervecareforum #neurobion #loveyournerves

A post shared by Mauie Flores (@the24hourmommy) on Mar 20, 2018 at 11:11pm PDT

Peripheral Neuropathy is a disorder affecting the nerves making them unable to transmit information to the brain effectively. Symptoms include increased/decreased sensitivity to vibration, hot or cold, numbness, muscle weakness, tingling, and even burning pain. Peripheral Neuropathy is often overlooked and misinterpreted which is very unfortunate. It is important to have it detected and treated early.


It was an afternoon full of learnings from me. For one, I learned about the important role of B-complex vitamins for nerve health. Before this, I only knew that diabetics have to take it regularly to help keep their nerves healthy and working efficiently. Neuropathy is often treated only as a symptom of other illnesses so it is not treated directly.   You can listen to Dr. Rizaldy Pinzon's full presentation in the video above.




The results of the Nenoin Study helped me realize that it is better to take neurotropic B vitamins such as Neurobion to help keep the nerves healthy or to help treat and regenerate nerves suffering from neuropathy. Dr. Pinzon mentioned that Neurobion Tablet can be taken by patients who are starting to have symptoms of neuropathy. Meanwhile, Neurobion Forte Tablet is administered to patients already suffering from advanced cases of neuropathy.


As Neurobion's hashtag says, love your nerves! Overlooking the importance of nerve health will not only cause physical pain and discomfort but also inconvenience in terms of performing even the simplest day-to-day tasks. Do not pass the chance to have your nerves checked as much as possible. And most importantly, if you think you have symptoms of neuropathy, insist to your doctor to have your nerves checked and treated early on.


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Top global phone manufacturer Vivo is set to send the mobile phone industry in frenzy with the release of yet another stunner in their smartphone series. Set to be unveiled March, Vivo’s latest offering promises consumers bigger and better offerings in their mobile phone experience.


Following the success of the V7 plus and the V7 release, the word is out that consumers can expect that the new offering will retain all of the V7 phones’ impressive, thumbprint features albeit enhanced and updated with specs that are centered on delivering flawless selfie shots made even by state-of-the-art artificial intelligence beautifying tools. Because it is still dedicated to delivering perfect photos, it should also be expected that the camera will rock a souped-up HDR mode.

Moreover, a buzz on this newest Vivo flagship includes a bigger display complemented by a full HD resolution. As the V7’s successor, the Game Mode feature is expected to still be onboard in the list of specifications along with the futuristic Face ID and fingerprint unlock component.


The mobile phone industry awaits with bated breath as Vivo’s freshest charmer is out on the market. Although the specs are merely founded on speculations, one thing that is certain is Vivo will never disappoint.

About Vivo

A global smartphone brand focused on introducing perfect sound quality and ultimate photography with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops innovative and stylish products for young people. We now have over two hundred million users and are one of the preferred brands of young people around the world. As an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™, Vivo believes in the importance of encouraging young people to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the Vivo website at www.vivo.com/ph or check out their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/VivoPhil), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vivophil/), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/vivo_phil) accounts.


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