Hot Pets & Animals How-Tos
How To: Know when a pig is going into labor
See this how to video as a pig gives birth in a farrowing crate. Each litter can contain eight to twelve piglets. Watch this video to recognize if a pig is in labor.
How To: Tickle a pig and keep it happy
Ever wonder what makes pig happy? Watch this how to video as organic farmer Robert shows you how to make a pig happy. It is really very simple, just rub their bellies and tickle their ears.
How To: Train a pet pig to do tricks
Start training your pig to do pet tricks. Watch this how to video as our host piggy shows you what he can do. Just as his owner uses treats as a positive reinforcement, you too can teach your hog to sit and do other tricks.
How To: Understand pig intelligence and behavior
Pigs are not just pork chops, people raise, train, and put these Vietnamese pot-bellied pigs on stage. Watch this how to video to understand how pigs think and learn amazing tricks. Maybe you can train your pet pig to do amazing tricks.
How To: Teach your pet pig to sit
Start training your pig to do pet tricks. Watch this how to video as Miss Piggy learns how to sit. With food as a positive reinforcement you too can teach your hog to sit.
How To: Pick a good dairy cow at a fair
Don't know how to spot a winning cow at a fair? Then watch this how to video as this young boy explains what qualities make up a good cow. Things that you should look out for are height and udder quality.
How To: Safely ride a horse
Check out this how-to video to ride a horse. Watch an experienced rider show you what to do and what not to do: DON'T walk behind or under a horse--you could easily get kicked or stepped on.
How To: Dry off a cow
Check out this how-to video to learn how to dry off a cow. Wear protective gloves to reduce the spread of infection. Apply the penicillin tubes.
How To: Milk a cow in four minutes
Milk a cow in four minutes with tips from this how-to video. For your first step, tie her legs so she wont kick you. Clean her udders before you start milking her.
How To: Milk a goat with one hand or two
Why buy a cow, when milking a goat is so easy? This short and sweet video series shows the simple steps of how to milk a goat, covering both the one-handed and two-handed technique. Watch this video tutorial and start milking a goat like a pro in no time.
How To: Herd a goat like the Swiss
Who knows how to herd a goat better than the Swiss? Swiss Miss Stini Arn offers tips on how to keep those goats in line. Learn how to herd goats back home from the Alps (or smaller mountains and hills) and through the city with the help of this simple video demonstration.
How To: Clip your pet guinea pig's nails
Check out this instructional video on how to properly clip your pet guinea pig's nails. If nail trimming is too difficult for you, local pet groomers and veterinarians can clip your guinea pig's nails for you.
How To: Build a C&C cage for guinea pigs
This how-to video shows how to build a C&C guinea pig cage including how to choose the size, put it together, and set it up.
How To: Teach a guinea pig to circle
This video shows how to train a guinea pig to do a circle trick. The same reward method is useful for teaching a guinea pig to do any trick also.
How To: Clicker train a dog to heel
This video is a very brief introduction to the benefits of clicker training and then a how-to of teaching heeling, using a toy instead of food treats. Also included in this video is a view of a more advanced dog in the same behavior, taught using the same technique.
How To: Care for a Persian cat
This video tutorial gives tips on how to care for a Persian cat. Persian cats have some special needs as compared to other cats, so learn how to keep a Persian cat happy and healthy.
How To: Teach a dog to lay down
This video tutorial shows how to train a dog to lay down. "Lie down" is a simple, basic, and useful word command to teach a dog.
How To: Teach a dog to walk on a leash
This video tutorial shows how to walk a dog on a leash. Dogs need to be taught how to walk on a leash, and this video will give tips on how to leash train.
How To: Keep ants from a bowl of petfood
Don't let ants bother pets while they eat. This simple trick will keep your pet happy during meals. Learn how to keep ants from eating a pet's food with this helpful pet tutorial video.
How To: Set up a heating snake rack
This video tutorial shows how to assemble a heated storage rack for snakes. Learn how to provide a comfortable environment for snakes within a snake storage rack.
How To: Set up a White's tree frogs tank
This video shows how to set up an enclosure suitable and realistic for a White's tree frog. Learn how to build a welcoming home for a pet White's tree frog.
How To: Care for, house & feed a hermit crab
This all-encompassing tutorial series covers all aspects of hermit crabs, from what they are, to how to house them, feed them, and generally take care of them. Learn everything you need to know to take care of your pet "hermie."
How To: Make a proper habitat for hermit crabs
This video gives information on hermit crabs, and how to properly take care of them. Learn the common mistakes people make raising hermit crabs, how to avoid them, and how to build a good home for hermit crab pets.
How To: Take care of hermit crabs
Learn how to take care of hermit crabs and make them a home. This video tutorial covers the items a hermit crab needs in its habitat as well as what to expect when having a pet hermit crab.
How To: Train your dog to say "hello" or woof
Check out this video to learn how to train your dog to say "hello." This is an how-to video to give your dog manners.
How To: Teach your dog to yawn
Check out this video to learn how to teach your dog to yawn. This how-to is wonderful for teaching your dog and new and unusual trick. Every time your dog yawns, ask your dog, "are you sleepy?"
How To: Teach the wave to your dog
Check out this how-to video for instructions on how to teach the wave to your dog. Start by pretending to shake his hand but NOT taking his paw.
How To: Make your dog put her head down
Make your dog put her head down with tips from this how-to video. Start with treats until you don't have to use them anymore to get your dog to put her head down.
How To: Make a wooden frame for a beehive
Check out this detailed beekeeping video tutorial on how to construct a wooden commercial frame with wax foundation for use in a honey bee hive by beekeepers. Also, learn how to use a plastic frame.
How To: Take care of your rabbit
Check out this how-to video to learn how to take care of your rabbit. Keep your bunny sunny. Take care of your rabbit.
How To: Call cows
Grass farmer Tom Davenport shows how he moves his cows on Hollin Farms in the Crooked Run Valley near Delaplane, VA.
How To: Tag geese
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources does an early summer goose round-up. They capture and leg tag juvenile and adult geese in order to track their longevity and movements. Check out this how to video on goose tagging to learn how to do it yourself!
How To: Clean your bulldog's ears
Check out this video to learn how to clean your bulldog's ears. It's easy but make sure to consistently clean your bull dog's ears.
How To: Clean your bulldog's eye folds
Check out this demonstration on how to clean your bulldogs eye folds.
How To: Wash sand from a reef aquarium
This clip shows you how to wash and rinse sand from a fish tank or aquarium. Get a big tub, put your sand in there with a hose. Blast on high pressure to make your aquarium or fish tank clean.
How To: Drill a live rock for a saltwater reef tank
This is a video showing the drilling of live rock from a saltwater reef tank. The 1/2" holes are used for mounting pegs made from acrylic rods or other types of pegs or frag plugs. The live coral are attached to the end of the peg and can easily be positioned in the tank. This process also facilitates moving the coral to another location at a later time, they can be removed from the holes somewhat easily. It also prevents coral from falling as once its pegged well, its pretty much going to st...
How To: Train your dog to obey & come when called
Has your dog ever gotten off its leash, or made a quick escape from an open door? Training or teaching your pup to come to you on command is an essential part of obedience training. With a little practice, your dog will learn how in no time!
How To: Give your dog a pill easily
Whether it's a daily routine or for a short period of time, giving medicine to your dog is an important task that isn't always simple. Learn some helpful tips that will make giving a pill to your dog a little easier.
How To: Brush your dog's teeth to extend their life
Just like humans, dental care is very important for dogs. Having a healthy mouth will not only affect the teeth and gums, but also the heart, liver, kidneys, and the overall health of your dog. Learn the basics to doggie tooth brushing.
How To: Eliminate pet odors
Love your pooch or kitty but tired of her smells? Try these simple but effective ways to get rid of pet odors in your house for good. Try using baking soda to get rid of pet odor.