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Cover the entrance to the doorway with a old carpet and use a staple guns to secure it. | I started to dig into this because you caught my curiosity itch with the question... | 0 |
Try switching to rats; weanling rats if you need something smaller. | As mentioned in previous answers, rats and gerbils can be offered instead of mice or in a rotation with mice. | 3.4 |
You should take this animal to a vet right away. | As covered in the other answers, your only option is to see a vet in order to have surgery done. | 3.6 |
The main cause of the allergies is proteins in the saliva. | Allergies to animals, particularly furry ones, can be across the board rather than species specific. | 2.2 |
There are a few things to help your bun gain a bit of weight. | John Cavan has some reasonable and appropriate methods for increasing a rabbits weight in his answer. | 3 |
Stocking is very subjective to the specific inhabitants as well as the setup and your aquarium experience. | You'll always want to add fish into a tank slowly. | 1.8 |
The best approach is play with your cat each night in the evening before bedtime. | A trick I did was to grab and hold my cats close if they disturbed me during the night. | 2.4 |
I don't have direct experience with bettas, but I've never heard that pairs will work long-term in any male/female combination. | Bettas are highly territorial and no matter what sexes you keep together they will fight. | 2.6 |
We always put it crushed up in a bit of butter or on a sardine. | We had a cat that required daily medication, and it was a struggle to give the cat a pill. | 1.4 |
The biggest reason I can think of is that you're taking away a defence mechanism for the cat. | Cats don't usually like to have their paws held, touched, or anything like that. | 1.6 |
Breed Zebra Danios are extremely hardy fish, they are almost difficult to kill. | Supposedly Danios need to school which mean you need at least 5-8 Danios in your tank. | 1.6 |
Clean the urinated zone with vinegar (I used to do that when my feline daughter was a baby kitten). | Others have made some good suggestions about how to neutralize the odors in the area. | 1.4 |
Aristotle didn't put the world at the center of the universe per se. | Why did Aristotle place the earth at the centre of an infinite universe? | 2.8 |
I don't think that positivism is a position of mostly leftist philosophers. | I am not convinced that positivism is routinely asociated to a leftist ideology. | 3.8 |
Well for one a being could have a non-physical existance and yet not even be in your mind. | The difference is huge, as not all non-physical things exist in minds. | 3.4 |
People who are good at the philosophy of mathematics are mathematicians and not philosophers. | My motivation is that I like to look at things from their roots and go up. | 0 |
The difference between "necessary" and "sufficient" is the direction of the logical arrow. | sufficient is an upper bound, necessary is a lower bound. | 2 |
I have no idea why it is voted up, but Rex Kerr's answer begs the question. | It's a tautology, but the mapping between logic and the English-language description is wrong. | 0 |
It's true that, under one understanding of "accessibility" and "determining", your accessibility relation is determined by your axioms. | Accessibility is determined by the axioms of the modal logic you're working within. | 3.8 |
I once met a physicists who held the strong AI position. | Although I believe Searle is mistaken, I don't think you have found the problem. | 0.2 |
If a statement is not provable an inconsistency or self-contradiction may or will develop that invalidates the system. | Should arrival at this point be the focus for examination of any system? | 0.6 |
The Question is (from Hinduism); do you exist because of pregnancy? | The least that can be said is that we must be born with the ability and 'knowledge' to learn. | 1.8 |
I think that for an understanding Wittgenstein's "solution", you must take in account the original (historical) context. | Wittgenstein is alluding to how Russell himself solved the Paradox - the theory of ramified types. | 1.8 |
Forget for a moment that you ever learned anything about so-called "complex" or "imaginary" numbers. | As others have already mentioned, numbers are of course abstractions. | 1.2 |
The question of time is an incredibly difficult one, which has been treated of philosophers from Aristotle to Heidegger. | wikipedia, as much as it is a supposedly self correcting medium, is not necessarily a definitive account of anything. | 0 |
Not all negative claims can be validly reformulated into positive claims. | I don't think the burden of proof is on positive or negative versions. | 1 |
As I understand it, nothing that can be changed, or broken down into smaller parts is inherently real. | Our interactions are merely depends on where we put our perception. | 0.4 |
I can imagine a scenario where a single all powerful god create the universe that we know of. | It is the same idea as what Aristotle called the unmoved mover. | 0.8 |
When I needed a travel tripod, I also opted for a Trekpod. | An alternative tripod that may serve your needs is the TrekPod. | 3 |
Fast Picture Viewer has an extensive pack for the low price of $9.99 and it appears to cover them all. | Fast Picture Viewer is $9.99 and works just fine on 64-bit Windows 7 (I'm using it myself). | 3.8 |
There are many compact cameras with underwater housings available from Canon and Olympus. | There are waterproof compacts that go to 10 meters, such as some of the Olympus Tough models. | 3.2 |
Apart from aperture and focal length, depth of field also decreases with camera-subject distance. | The wider your aperture, the smaller your focal depth will be. | 2.6 |
When printed on a lens the f-stop is usually expressed as a ratio with a colon (i.e. | It refers to the maximum f-stop (which is defined as the ratio of focal length to effective aperture diameter). | 3 |
You need to be embedding a color profile in you image, as also using a browser that supports color management. | In my experience, when the final production will be in sRGB, use that color profile from start to finish. | 2.6 |
I have a few Nikon lenses, and a Sigma 10-20mm for super-wide shots. | If your interest is primarily the optics, you need to look at individual lenses, not brands as a whole. | 1.8 |
I have found there is no single best way to increase size. | There are a very wide variety of solutions for resizing and sharpening images for use on the web. | 2.6 |
I've used Paint Shop Pro and DxO Optics Pro on Windows. | In Linux I use Bibble, which is has some warts but which is the only serious option AFAICT. | 0.8 |
A class 6 card in theory should be more than enough bandwidth for HD (1080) video for the 550D (48 MBit). | Some cards are too slow to accept an HD stream, so you need one that is fast enough. | 1.6 |
Here are many samples: Pbase.com Out of the 16k photos there, I'm sure some are with a d700. | It's a 1:1 lens, so that means that the size of the subject will be the same size on the sensor. | 0.6 |
Same here, I've the 50mm f/1.4, and as my fastest lens I couldn't live without it for concerts and low-light photography. | I have the 18-55, 50/1.8 and 50/1.4 as well as the 20D - superseded by a 50D. | 2.6 |
I use Elinchrom Skyports, but if money is not an issue then go for PocketWizards. | Or just go with the ultra-cheap YongNuo RF-602, which give you a lot of bang for the buck. | 1.2 |
The short answer is that yes, you can do this. | Speaking from my own experience, I would rather carry different ND filters that combine two polarisers. | 0 |
The terminology is usually called "Destructive vs Non Destructive" editing. | Lossless / nondestructive edits are reversible and would entail transforming and/or appending the data in a way that could be reversed. | 2.4 |
For what it's worth, dirt on the lens might not be as detrimental as you would think. | Regular dish washing fluid is great for removing grease, as it not only dissolves it but also binds it. | 0.4 |
Large-format cameras are very much worth buying used; they're often extremely well-cared-for, if not coddled. | If I had to pick, Linhof would be my choice. | 0.6 |
Anil, there certainly is a difference in results, mainly in image quality. | If you want to learn photography, almost any camera will do to start with. | 1 |
Freezing motion generally requires one, maybe two things: fast shutter speed, and flash at the right time. | In addition to @Pearsonartphoto's answer, you can use flash (either the built-in or better yet, an extarnal) to freeze the motion. | 2.6 |
Federal DOMA does not test the full faith and credit clause so much as the 9th and 10th Amendments to the Constitution. | DOMA as a congressional statute could not violate the Full Faith and Credit Clause of the Constitution. | 4 |
Public employees can unionize because the law allows them to. | The legal reasons why public employees can unionize have been elsewhere described. | 3.6 |
The U.S. appears to have a smaller shadow economy for a few reasons in no particular order. | There are three main factors that drive the low shadow economy in the US. | 2.6 |
Leaving aside heath care angle, you are working from a flawed premise that waging war doesn't save lives. | Healthcare They would probably reject your implied claim that Obama's healthcare law will save lives. | 1.6 |
The president is not really all that important for German people. | The function of the german president is almost just representative. | 4 |
In a "first-past-the-post" system, it is difficult to sustain more than two parties. | While the 'first-past-the-post system favours two parties, it certainly doesn't guarantee the marginalization of third parties. | 3 |
The part of economics that is most like physics is called microeconomics. | Side note first: I don't think that physicists always agree on their theories and predictions. | 0.6 |
Let me share my opinion as Ukrainian citizen, from Kharkiv, eastern Ukraine. | I am sure this is more phylosophical and ethical question than it seems. | 0 |
Most people want not only to be WELL off, but to become BETTER off as time goes by. | To start, the main drivers of economic growth are resources, technology, and institutions. | 0.4 |
I'm not yet able to answer if the phenomenon has an official PoliSci name. | There are 2 problems with the viewpoint you presented in the question, which explain the seeming contradiction. | 0.4 |
No, nothing in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act grants the President transitional authority. | There is always "transitional authority" by virtue of the writing of regulations. | 2 |
Russian Federal Law is actually quite specific on this one and not as arbitrary as argued. | The last round of presidential elections in Russia was held on March 4th, 2012 and December 4th, 2011 for the Duma. | 0.6 |
This question has already been widely discussed and answered on Skeptics. | Minimum wage laws hurt the least skilled, least productive the most. | 0 |
According to Shia Muslims specially Iran state and Hezbollah a country called Israel does not exist. | As with the definition of Palestine, the definition of Israel varies depending on whom you ask. | 3.2 |
Because there are more effective ways for Her Majesty to change or veto laws. | They do not veto laws because nobody will ever adopt a law which is contrary to the expressed queen's will. | 2.8 |
Absolute majority always defined by the institution, or the context. | In countries like India, when you have 2/3 of the seats of all parliament, you have absolute majority. | 2.6 |
Professor Burkhauser has done extensive research on who is hurt by higher minimum wages. | Minimum wage laws hurt the least skilled, least productive the most. | 2.8 |
The University constituencies are modelled on the University constituencies in use in Britain in 1922 when Ireland became independent. | This is still a representational form of gov't, but with a unique twist. | 0.2 |
Before you want to start the study of a subject, figure out what you want to achieve. | As Eugene suggests, try to figure out what you want to achieve. | 3.2 |
Eclipse Below are list of eclipse shortcuts which I use almost everyday. | To train yourself to use keyboard shortcuts, unplug your mouse for a few days. | 0.6 |
As others have mentioned, the iRobot Roomba is an excellent example of a household robot which does meaningful work. | I've been happy with the iRobot Roomba for floor cleaning. | 3.6 |
The important thing I try to remember is just to pay attention. | I have been reading on this topic since I have asked this question. | 0 |
I think you need to apply a little statistical thinking to this. | One general key to not feeling dejected is to avoid comparing yourself to others. | 0 |
A quick research (1, 2) showed me that the concentration of caffeine seems to peak about 30-60mins after ingestion. | The issue is that it never becomes useful in its true meaning. | 0 |
Here's a technique I've developed without being aware of it: Multiple Browsers. | I agree with others that tracking your time is fundamental to the solution. | 0 |
I have a standing/sitting desk at work and really like it. | As mentioned by other responders, it turns out that using a standing desk isn't necessarily a perfect solution. | 2.2 |
Even though the question has been answered I would like to add my answer . | I don't know if I should say this, but if your job is making you anxious. | 0 |
Your brain is already beginning to wind down as you see the end in sight. | I'm writing here a few tips that can help you with motivation. | 0.4 |
To stick with the traditional pomodoro technique this is considered an interruption. | There is actually functionality in most browsers already in place to do just this. | 0 |
I think 90 days is the absolute most you can plan out in a single time period. | Definitely plan a month ahead - it's totally OK for your plans to change - just amend them as they do. | 2.6 |
The user needs to evaluate for his/herself the cost/benefit of an "obvious" efficiency tool, such as macros. | Instead of trying to force specific answers or method's on them. | 0.8 |
I like the previous answers regarding setting a schedule and fulfilling the rituals of going to a job. | Buy a 3 panel screen and use it to separate the work area from the sleeping area. | 0.4 |
I'd start by reading David Allen's book: Getting Things Done. | I'm considering spending the $48 per month on the GTD (Getting things done) system advertised by David Allen. | 3 |
The best way to clear your head after a study session is by taking on a vigorous physical exercise (min. | What works for me is to switch the subjects and take frequent breaks. | 2.2 |
I disagree with Josh Bruce on some of his tips. | Research does indicate that sleeping after studying is a pretty good rule-of-thumb. | 0.6 |
Currently I've got a fairly close to purely digital GTD setup, although this could do with some refinements and tweaks. | My GTD system is effectively 100 percent electronic--as described in detail here. | 3.4 |
Feel the fear... And do it anyway The book recommends to feel the fear. | 13 Tips To Face Your Fear and Enjoy the Ride seems interesting. | 2.2 |
I've recently bought two sit/stand Galant tables from IKEA and I'm quite happy with them. | http://www.varidesk.com/ There is also the hand-made/DIY version for which you could obtain design templates for. | 1.8 |
I would say the best thing for me is to have a proper and consistent sleep schedule. | There's also FreakyAlarm for iOS, which makes you solve simple logic/math problems before the alarm will turn off. | 0.8 |
Some studies suggest open-space environments lower working efficiency with 2-10% due to interruptions, stress and noise. | There's an iPhone app called Groups which might be helpful. | 0 |
Experience: you must have noticed in you project/office that other colleagues who are more experience understand things quickly. | I think a learning attitude is the founding skill of a self-taught person. | 1.6 |
There is a relatively narrow set of people who are eligible to be wandering in the restricted areas. | The capital severely punishes people who head out to the restricted areas (e.g. | 2.8 |
I disagree that the moniker “most extensive” should be applied to Dorothy Jones Heydt’s language. | The most extensive Vulcan language was made by fans in the 60's, especially by linguist Dorothy Jones Heydt. | 1.67 |
I'd be more inclined to believe that it's some sort of ring world. | It is not hollow, it is round just as our world. | 1.8 |
On the one hand, there’s nothing in canon to suggest that the Time Turners could go forwards in time. | Time Turners were explicitly mentioned for use in going back in time. | 2.8 |
I was invited in to pitch story ideas to Ron Moore at ST:TNG. | It's obviously possible for it to leave the field without harm - it occurred. | 0 |
First of all, let me say that there seems to be 3 main traits to casting a spell. | I always thought that Harry seemed to learn from the Half-Blood Prince better than he did from other sources. | 0.6 |
I started watching the Stargate series by watching Atlantis first! | Without delving into an in-depth analysis of Atlantis and Universe, I'll try and be as succinct as possible. | 1.8 |
I voted for the dyson sphere as being the biggest realistic. | Allen Steele's book Hex describes a Dyson sphere, but made of hexagons, 1000 miles (K? | 0.4 |
It was before the season began because Amy saw the woman before the Silence took her. | The exact timeline hasn't been listed yet, but there are a few assumptions we can make. | 0.2 |
We have two parallel worlds in collision or maybe more. | Our intrepid heroes also didn't pursue the child who was in the spacesuit. | 0 |
Dick was an idea guy and a people guy, not a science guy. | Most of Philip K Dick's works aren't hard Sci-Fi in the least. | 1.4 |
First, we must consider that "Sphere" is less Hard SF and more soft SF, thriller, airport novel and such. | "Fins" on real spacecraft are usually for one of two purposes: solar panels or thermal radiators. | 0 |
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