It’s National Pet Month, and this tip focuses on your pet’s dental health. Just like your own teeth, your pet’s teeth need careful attention. Periodontal or gum disease caused by the buildup of plaque and tartar has become a major problem in cats and dogs. They’re susceptible to the same types of illnesses and diseases that stem from decayed teeth in humans if their teeth aren’t properly cleaned.

Here’s an easy-to-follow set of maintenance tips to keep your pet healthier:

Dental Cleanings

Teachers are often under-appreciated. They can use a compliment now and then. The first Tuesday in May is National Teacher’s Day. It’s a great time to tell your child’s teacher thank you for his or her effort.

Before you leave a room, take a look and see what doesn't belong there. When you're going upstairs, take something with you that belongs upstairs. If you’re headed to a kid’s room, take some toys with you.

If you're like me, you know it needs to be done. You dread it. It is a necessary evil. You guessed it ... Spring Cleaning. Alright, some of you probably quite enjoy it, but how typical are you and your Spring Cleaning rituals?

We wondered too and compiled answers from an online survey we conducted earlier this year. You might have even particiapted in it. So put away the rags, open the windows, kick back and enjoy. And, go ahead and share with those who could use a break as well.

Organizing the fridge is easier if you group like items together, and designate general areas for certain food categories.

No matter where you go on vacation, you’re going to find more things to do than you have time for. Decide which activities or sights are the most important each day, and give yourself plenty of time for them.

How many times have you not been able to find a pen anywhere in your own home? Last time you checked there were five in your desktop pencil cup, two by the phone, one in your desk drawer and another on the piano. Now they’re all nowhere to be found.

You’ve heard the expression: luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity. Add a little luck to your day by slowing down enough in the morning to think about everything you hope to accomplish during the day before you dive into it.

In 1906, a very smart Italian economist named Pareto came up with the Pareto Principle, also known as the ‘80/20 Rule’. Quite simply put, the 80/20 rule states that in any pursuit a few things (20%) really matter while everything else (80%) is trivial, so the most efficient way forward is to focus on the 20% that is absolutely critical to success and spend less or no time on the rest. Businesses all over the world use the 80/20 rule to gain incredible efficiency. Certainly, this rule applies to organizing, and we encourage you to apply it.

Some kids hate bath time, others can’t get enough of it