Sorry Mamya,
I didn't mean to seem as if I hadn't attempted to solve this quiz; I like to follow comments as they are posted and praise anyone who can add intelligent comments/ answers as the solutions are unfolded.
Its just that I have been off for a weeks walking holiday, away from any computer to keep up with correspondence so thanks to all who have contributed.
wombat
Thanks Mamya and trevor
I have completed all the clues (as you have suggested trevor), by google-aid
I'm still foxed by No.2
Inhale, exhale, til your ----(4)are flapping and your -------(7) quiver.
I'm thinking ears/ nostrils (although 8 not 7) but cannot find any proof