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Keep related supplies in the same area.,
Make an effort to clean a dedicated workspace after every session.,
Place loose supplies in large, clearly visible containers.,
Use clotheslines and clips to hang sketches, photos, and reference material.,
Use every inch of the room for storage, especially vertical space.,
Use ... | How to Be an Organized Artist1 | If you're a photographer, keep all the necessary lens, cords, and batteries in the same quadrant of your home or studio. Paints should be kept with brushes, cleaner, and canvas, print supplies should be by the ink, etc. Make broader groups and areas for your supplies to make finding them easier, limiting your search t... |
Create a sketch in the NeoPopRealist manner of the future mural on a small piece of paper 8"x10" using the black ink pen.,
Prepare to create your NeoPopRealist mural.,
Prepare your paint.,
Begin your project with a design.,
Produce a scaled down version of your finished mural.,
Prepare the wall to be painted.,
After y... | How to Create a Neopoprealist Art Work | See the image for how this drawing develops step-by-step. However, there is an important detail: the following drawings are to examine it, and then, to create something unique.
Use the lines to create the image shape and sections.
Fill appeared sections with different patterns/ ornaments.
Add text if needed, for exa... |
Get a bachelor’s degree.,
Enroll in a studio-based program.,
Train on a number of VFX computer programs.,
Watch online tutorials.,
Nurture your artistic side.,
Pay close attention to movies, television shows, and video games.,
Develop a specialization. | How to Be a Visual Effects Artist1 | It is possible to become a VFX artist without a college degree, but the path is often easier with one. VFX artists usually major in fine arts, computer graphics, or animation. Choose a college with a reputation for strength in these areas and a reputation for good job placement for graduates. The availability of inter... |
Start with some experience or interest in art.,
Understand the difference between art collectors, art investors and art speculators.,
Figure out what you are willing to pay for art, before going to an auction house.,
Pay attention to what schools of art are selling well, and which are down.,
Focus art investments on f... | How to Become an Art Investor | The best art investors do their research on the pieces of art that they buy, so someone with some education or interest in the art world is more likely to understand this niche market. As well as personal research, you will need to have contacts with people in the art world, such as auctioneers, gallery directors and ... |
Keep your reference materials, sketches, articles, photos, etc, in one easy to find place.,
Make "studies," or practice sketches, to organize effectively for larger projects.,
Limit the supplies you leave out to the project at hand.,
Keep an updated list of all of the necessary supplies, and the quantities of each.,
B... | How to Be an Organized Artist2 | As you start planning for a project or work, you'll likely be gathering scraps of inspiration and test sketches. While everyone has a strategy, there is nothing more maddening than digging through a book or the internet to re-find the cool idea you saw three months ago. Try out:
Dedicating 1 notebook, preferably wit... |
Keep all of your past work organized and accessible.,
Record all of your artistic contacts and connections in one place.,
Log the costs of supplies needed for each project.,
Find out how much it costs you to make and sell each piece.,
Pay attention to what other, similar works of art are selling for.,
Consider the "co... | How to Be an Organized Artist3 | When you finish a project, whether it sells or not, don't just stuff it away in a drawer. You never know when you'll want to revisit and idea or, more excitingly, when interest in your current work will drive up interest in past projects.
If you do electronic work, back it up every 3-6 months on a dedicated hard dri... |
Create a compelling reel or portfolio.,
Land an internship.,
Consider self-employment.,
Sign on with a design company or studio.,
Move up to a supervisor position. | How to Be a Visual Effects Artist2 | This should be a short video showcasing the breadth and depth of your skills as an artist. Some choose to follow a storyline format while others cycle through a series of clips. Most college programs will give you time to create this work in your junior or senior years using professional grade equipment and software.Y... |
Join a professional society.,
Enjoy working with a team.,
Expect long work hours.,
Spend time on a TV or film set. | How to Be a Visual Effects Artist3 | Networking is a great way to find new opportunities and exchange ideas. Start establishing your network as soon as you decide to become a VFX artist. Join an industry group, such as the Visual Effects Society (VES). If you can’t fully join, then simply follow their activities and attend events when you can.The VES has... |
Make sure you know what is expected of you.,
Stick to your topic.,
Don't try to be to be funny unless the scenario calls for it.,
Act naturally for the situation; talk, act and sit as your character would usually do in the circumstances.,
Participate.,
Don't react to what others say as yourself, stay in character.,
Do... | How to Be Good at Improvisation | Some entire movies are improvised, some plays are. Sometimes a group gets together to improvise one scene or find ways to improve a scene. Sometimes a drama lesson can be a while series of different improvised scenes. A class leader may ask everyone to stand and improvise a moonwalk as an ice breaker. You might be put... |
Make a list of what your friends watch, read, and listen to now.,
Go online to check celebrity gossip.,
Watch popular TV shows to be in the know.,
Check Top 100 charts to see what music is popular now.,
Go to the movies whenever something exciting is released.,
Follow your favorite celebrities on Twitter and Instagram... | How to Always Catch Pop Culture References1 | Use your friends’ conversations to figure out what’s popular. Pay careful attention to which shows, bands and artists, movies, and celebrities they mention. Make a list and add new references whenever they come up.
You can use this list to pick which people and sources of entertainment you should follow first. It’ll... |
Practice your material until you can perform each song perfectly.,
Choose whether you're going to record your music in your own home studio or a professional recording studio.,
Prove your talent.,
Pick your best three to five songs for a demo submission.,
Write a brief bio.,
Visit http://www.PhantomCityStudio.com/Demo... | How to Get a Record Deal With Phantom City Studio | ;
, Professional quality recordings of your songs are always preferred.
, Record a music demo. The word demo is shortened from the word "demonstration". A demo is used to demonstrate your artistic abilities to the A&R representatives of record labels.
, "A demo submission" is the process where an artist will find a r... |
Listen to radio advertisements.,
Determine the distance from your location to each casino.,
Choose the casino that is the shortest distance from your location.
| How to Find the Nearest Casino1 |
Listen to local radio broadcasts for advertisements that reference casinos in your area.
If none are in your area, listen to national radio broadcasts for advertisements of casinos in other areas.
Note the location that is mentioned in each advertisement that involves a casino.
If no locations are mentioned, note an... |
Take theatre classes.,
Volunteer at a theatre.,
Try out every position.,
Apply for an internship.,
Apply at local theatres.,
See if there’s an opening at a school near you.,
Apply at music venues.,
Network.,
Wear black and dress conservatively.,
Dedicate your time.,
Be assertive.,
Provide great customer service.,
Impr... | How to Be a Stage Manager | Theatre classes aren’t just for budding actors. See if your local community college offers classes in touring production, stage lighting, or theatre management. You can also get a degree in stage management, theatre practice, or technical theatre. Whether you take one class or many, you’ll learn invaluable skills and ... |
Set up a clear list of traits and characteristics you are looking for, as well as the skills the actors need to have.,
Remember the budget, the deadline, and all of the small details that the person you hire will need to know.,
Call a talent agent, or look through portfolios on their website to see if anyone has the r... | How to Find Actors | Having a vision of the appearance and abilities of the performers can help you to narrow down your search. Of course, you don't always have to stick to what you've written down, a lot of people change their mind to suit a different person.;
, Mapping out how much time and money you have for your search is crucial, sin... |
Determine if your minivan is currently under warranty.,
If so, locate a mechanic for warranty work.,
Ask your friends, colleagues and family members for recommendations for a good mechanic.,
Visit or call the recommended mechanic and ask him if he does the kind of repairs or maintenance you need done on your minivan.,... | How to Find a Minivan Mechanic | Depending on the age of your van, it may still be under the original manufacturer's warranty. Another possibility is that your van is covered by an extended warranty. All information about warranties should be with the other documents relating to your vehicle purchase. Warranty information should include details about... |
Define the workshop objective.,
Decide who your audience is.,
Schedule your workshop for the morning or early afternoon.,
Publicize your workshop.,
Recruit 8-15 participants for your workshop.,
Prepare your participants for the workshop.,
Prioritize your goals for the workshop.,
Prepare a variety of teaching aids.,
Pr... | How to Conduct a Workshop | Whether you are teaching a skill, delivering information or increasing awareness, outline the goals of your workshop. What do you want your workshop participants to learn? This analysis may result in a list of specific skills you will be teaching, concrete topics you will cover, or simply a feeling you will inspire in... |
Make a list of references you don’t understand.,
Look up quotations from popular shows, movies, and songs.,
Use online slang dictionaries to look up words you don’t know.,
Watch or listen to the old stuff with friends.,
Don’t try to know it all. | How to Always Catch Pop Culture References2 | If you’re new to pop culture, you’ve likely missed a lot over the past years or even decades. Pay attention when people chat about older shows or movies, and make a list of the ones that come up most often.
If people just drop references without mentioning which show or movie they’re talking about, you may have to a... |
Watch television advertisements.,
Determine the distance from your location to each casino.,
Choose the casino that is the shortest distance from your location.
| How to Find the Nearest Casino2 |
While watching television, pay close attention to any advertisements that mention casinos.
Note the location that is mentioned in each advertisement that involves a casino.
If no location is mentioned, note any additional contact information, such as a website or phone number. Use that information to find out where ... |
Read local newspapers and/or newspapers with a broader focus.,
Determine the distance from your location to each casino.,
Choose the casino that is the shortest distance from your location.
| How to Find the Nearest Casino3 |
Pay close attention to any articles or advertisements that mention casinos.
Note the location that is mentioned in each article or advertisement that involves a casino.
If no locations are mentioned, note any additional contact information, such as a website or phone number. Use that information to find out where th... |
Read your local phone book.,
Determine the distance from your location to each casino.,
Choose the casino that is the shortest distance from your location.
| How to Find the Nearest Casino4 |
Check for a section that is titled "Casino", or something similar.
Note the location of each casino.
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If you learn about more than 1 casino in your phone book, use the Internet to search the distance between your location and each casino. Sites such as maps.google.com or mapquest.com will help you in this search... |
Visit the following URL on your Internet browser: http://www.pokerhouse.co.uk/landbasedcasinos.html.,
Click the link that applies to your location.,
Determine the distance from your location to each casino.,Choose the casino that is the shortest distance from your location. | How to Find the Nearest Casino5 |
You will be able to find the nearest casino if you are in the United Kingdom, United States, Belgium, Denmark, France, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, or Spain.
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If you click the link for casinos in the United Kingdom, a list of UK cities will appear. Click the link that applies to your city for a list of casinos in t... |
Determine if a fainting spell is approaching.,
React quickly to the symptoms.,
Prepare yourself for losing consciousness.,
Take it slowly if you do faint.,
Identify the cause.,
Prevent fainting spells through hydration.,
Practice calming techniques.,
Avoid excessive drinking and illegal drugs.,
Find out if you have a ... | How to Deal With Fainting Spells | There are a number of symptoms, referred to as pre-syncope, that you may experience immediately before fainting. Most fainting spells occur when you are standing, and recognizing warning signs will help you prepare yourself if you do indeed faint. In addition, awareness can also help to prevent a fainting episode and ... |
Help with basic hygiene.,
Watch for bed sores.,
Look for signs of chest problems.,
Provide emotional support.,
Ask about a social worker.,
Request help from friends and family.,
Let the professionals help.,
Acknowledge your emotions.,
Ask questions.,
Take care of your spiritual needs.,
Enjoy what you can.,
Determine y... | How to Cope with a Bedridden Parent | A bedridden person may or may not be able to keep with their own hygiene tasks. If they can't, you or another caregiver will need to help them. Even if they can, you might need to provide them with reminders and the tools to take care of their hygiene. Bathing, dental care, nail care, hair care, and changing clothes a... |
Drink more water.,
Eat breakfast.,
Eat well throughout the day.,
Eat at the right times.,
Consider going meatless.,
Read the labels.,
Get in shape.,
Maintain a healthy weight.,
Cross train.,
Exercise wisely.,
Take the little opportunities.,
Think positively.,
Be satisfied.,
Think small.,
Manage stress.,
Choose your fr... | How to Be Healthy | Adult humans should drink 2-3 litres(or roughly eight 8 oz glasses) of water per day whilst children should drink 1-2 litres ( or roughly five 8 oz glasses.That is in addition to things like tea and coffee. Water keeps bodies at the correct temperature and removes toxins that are the inevitable result of metabolism an... |
Name it!,
Make sure your pet always has enough food and water.,
Keep your pet clean.,
Train your pet.,
Care for your pet.,
Make sure to take it to the vet at least every 6 months. | How to Be a Responsible Pet Parent | This is a very fun part of having a pet. Choose a name that represents the pet, you, your role model, or just pick a name that you really like.;
, Depending on the size of your pet, the bowls (Bowls are only used for dogs and cats. Caged pets usually have a bowl of food and a little drip bottle for water.) should be r... |
Go vegan!,
Don't buy real fur products!,
Don't visit zoos or circuses that you know mistreat animals.,
Adopt!,
Volunteer at an animal shelter.,
Recycle and compost.,
Know your facts.,
Get involved! | How to Be Animal Friendly | If you just can't, reduce meat from your meal.;
, Artificial fur clothes are the same, but they are animal-friendly too! It's not cool to be cruel.
, Only animals that are injured or too tame to survive in the wild should live in captivity.
, Don't buy a pet, instead, adopt a friend. There are tons of animals (mainl... |
Give food and water to the pet.,
Clean up after the pet.,
Groom the pet.,
Take your dog for daily walks.,
Play with your pet.,
Teach your dog basic obedience commands.,
Do not give your pet unhealthy treats or food.,
Follow your parent’s house rules for the pet.,
Tell your parents if your pet is behaving badly.,
Let y... | How to Be a Good Pet Owner (for Kids) | You should start by providing the necessities for your pet, including food and fresh water. Your parents may already have a feeding schedule set up, with set times in the day for feeding your pet. You should follow this feeding schedule and ask your parents if you can help them with giving your pet food and water on a... |
Assess your pet's needs.,
Adjust your pet's schedule.,
Write detailed instructions.,
Talk to your veterinarian. | How to Leave Your Pets Alone While on Vacation1 | All pets are different and have unique personalities. Some do well when left alone for longer periods of time and others do not. Pets that are more social, have medical conditions, or that are used to having lots of interaction with others may not do as well on their own for long periods of time.Also consider your pet... |
Greet your pets.,
Take special time each day to interact with your pets.,
Wipe/clean up "accidents".,
Give your pets a safe place to travel. | How to Keep Your Pets Happy | Even if you have a busy schedule and return home late, make sure to call out to your pets. If you have a dog, he will probably be all over you within seconds of your arrival unless he's busy trying to dig out a bone from his favourite hidden place, your couch.
Calling out to your pets generates a positive attitude t... |
Consider time spent caring for your pets.,
Calculate space requirements for your pets.,
Make sure you have the ability to care for your pets.,
Count the number of pets you already have.,
Create a budget.,
Consider what you could spend your money on without pets.,
Make sure all your needs are being met.,
Pay for medica... | How to Know when You Have Too Many Pets | Cleaning, feeding, grooming, exercising, and ensuring a supply of fresh water is available for your animals takes time. See how long it takes you each day to properly care for all the animals you own. Compare this with the amount of free time you have available after other obligations are met, such as work, school, fa... |
Use stainless steel or ceramic for the water bowl container.,
Make sure the container is over-sized.,
Take care of the condition of your water bowl.,
Don't just use really hot water.,
Change the water frequently.,
Spritz the bowl with a light mist of peroxide after you have cleaned it.,
Give them filtered water. | How to Improve the Quality of Your Pet's Drinking Water | Don't use materials like plastic.
, The bigger the animal, the larger the container should be., Don't scrub them with anything abrasive. You want them to stay as pristine as possible. Scratches and abrasions will encourage mold and bacteria growth., It doesn't work, unless you are sending it through a commercial level... |
Determine if you can adequately care for a pet.,
Choose a pet that fits your lifestyle.,
Prepare your house for your incoming pet.,
Buy necessary pet supplies in advance.,
Budget enough money for adequate care.,
Schedule regular visits to the vet.,
Make sure your new "family member" has food that suits their nutrition... | How to Take Care of Your Pet | While pets are loving additions to your home, they are not always easy to manage. All pets require time, money, and love in addition to the specific needs of each animal and breed. You need to be sure you want a pet not just that day but in the long-term.
Most pets require attention and maintenance during the day, s... |
Research the type of pet, so you can make sure the pet fits into your environment and lifestyle.,
Choose your breed carefully, especially if you have children.,
Be realistic about your budget, and your ability to shoulder responsibilities.,
Exercise your pet if it’s the kind of pet that needs it, such as a dog.,
Watch... | How to Take Care of a Pet | It is critical that you do adequate research before buying the pet. Different animals have different needs regarding care (for example, tropical fish cannot be treated the same way as cold water fish), and even within the same species, different breeds can have different needs.
If you are buying a dog, then buying a... |
Remember that they too are living things.,
(If small animal) Don't make them live in a small cage choose a big cage, or even make one!
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Treat them like your family.,
Understand them.,
Take control of their stuff, rather than hiring a person to look after them.,
Give them freedom.,
Let them do what they want. | How to Keep a Pet | You must always keep in mind that your pet has feelings. Just like you, they want freedom, good food, entertainment and may have acute feelings like sorrow, happiness etc. A pet may not be a human but it's feelings and needs are very similar. They may not be able to express their feelings to us but they feel just like... |
Make a living space for them.,
Get feeding supplies.,
Secure the area.,
Buy a water tank.,
Be prepared to clean droppings.,
Don't forget to love them!,
Finally, have overall common sense! | How to Take Care of Outdoor Exotic Animals | Not only do you need to make a nice living space for your animals before you even get them; but you need to follow and, most often, exceed local or federal laws about minimally required spaces for each species.
Depending on the type of exotic pet, find an empty pasture or clear a space on your property that's about ... |
Try a pet sitter.,
Ask a friend or neighbor to check on your pet.,
Take your pet to a boarding kennel.,
Try home boarding. | How to Leave Your Pets Alone While on Vacation2 | Having someone come to your home will allow your pet to be comfortable in its usual environment. Decide how often your sitter will visit your pet. Will the sitter come by once a day or multiple times a day?It's best to use a professional sitter. Professional pet sitters can be found on the National Association of Prof... |
Relocate your caged pet.,
Choose an environment that is similar to your home.,
Get an in-home sitter for birds and cats.,
Take your pet to a kennel. | How to Leave Your Pets Alone While on Vacation3 | Caged animals such as hamsters, guinea pigs, rodent, reptiles, and amphibians can be taken to a friend's or sitter's home. Create a document that outlines the feeding and water needs, cleaning schedule, and temperature control. Pack all of the things that mimic your pet's environment at your home such as bedding, heat... |
Make your home comfortable.,
Pet-proof your home.,
Use an automatic feeder.,
Consider a pet camera. | How to Leave Your Pets Alone While on Vacation4 | If your pet will be staying at home on its own, keep the thermostat at a comfortable temperature for your pet. Maintain the thermostat as if you were still at your house. Close the doors to any rooms that you do not want your pet to get into. Make sure that your pet has a good bed and way to go to the bathroom (doggy ... |
Create a proper training environment.,
Be prepared.,
Start early, train often, but don’t push too hard.,
Have it eating out of your hand.,
Shape the desired behaviors.,
Get your clicks.,
Stay on target.,
Employ the “step up” as an early training step.,
Test the most basic method.,
Use an alternate treat-based step-up.... | How to Train a Parrot | Think about how you would want to teach a small child. If they feel safe, calm, comfortable, and alert, they are more likely to take instruction effectively. The same is true for your parrot.
Find a quiet space where you and your avian student can focus on the task at hand. Choose somewhere familiar to the bird so i... |
Decide what you want your parrot to say, but make it basic.,
If you want, you can make it say simple but funny things.,
You should go to a nice and quiet room.,
To start teaching it, repeat what you want it to say many times.,
If you DO get your parrot to say it correctly, then you've succeeded! | How to Train a Parrot to Say Something | Greetings like "Hello" or "Good morning" are examples. Don't train it to say long sentences. For example: "I like ice cream and I want the ice cream truck to come over to my house so we can buy some." It might be too confusing.;
, You can make it compliment you--"(Insert Name Here) is awesome."
, Close the door so no... |
Observe your bird's natural behavior.,
Choose a command.,
Create a potty spot.,
Move your bird to the potty spot when he needs to go.,
Say your command when your bird defecates.,
Reward the behavior.,
Take your bird to the potty spot as often as necessary.,
Do not train a new bird too early.,
Keep your expectations re... | How to Toilet Train a Parrot | In order to potty train your bird, you need to pay attention to how it behaves right before it goes to the bathroom. You should also take note of how often it uses the bathroom. This way, you will know when to and how often to carry your bird to the bathroom area.Most parrots will squat down slightly and flick their t... |
Choose a white button-down shirt.,
Gather other supplies.,
Remove the buttons from the shirt.,
Sew the button holes closed.,
Cut velcro to line the shirt opening.,
Attach the velcro to the shirt opening.,
Cut and attach velcro around the collar and sleeves.,
Choose a wide-brimmed hat.,
Gather supplies to make the veil... | How to Make a Beekeeping Suit | When it comes to making a beekeeping suit, the shirt is the trickiest part. It's helpful to have a shirt that opens in the front so you can fasten it securely around your veil, but you will need to alter it so bees can't crawl into the holes between the buttons. Look for a shirt with the following qualities:The fabric... |
Look for a bee larger than the others in the hive.,
Look for a bee with a pointed abdomen.,
Using a magnifying glass, look for a bee without a barb on its stinger.,
Look for a bee that stands with its legs splayed apart.,
Watch the way the other bees act subserviently around her. | How to Identify a Queen Bee | The easiest way to tell the queen bee apart from other bees is by her size. Queens mated with drones are the largest bees in the hive, both longer and wider than other bees, while queens who have yet to mate, or virgin queens, are smaller than mated queens but larger than either worker bees or drones.
The queen bee'... |
Look for a major or complete desertion of the colony by all adult bees over a short period of time.,
Look for bees.,
Check for the queen.,
Check for another colony moving in. | How to Identify the Symptoms of Colony Collapse Disorder | The period may be hours or days.;
, If bees have been killed by something toxic or by something in the hive, they will still be present.
, She will often still be present with a very reduced number of workers.
, With CCD, this is unlikely to happen (robber bees). There may also be an unusual delay before wax moths i... |
Lift the horse's foot.,
Remove any shoes that are already on the horse's feet.,
Clean the bottom of the hoof.,
Use a hoof knife to remove excess, flaky sole from the bottom of the hoof.,
Trim excess hoof wall with hoof nippers.,
Use a rasp to flatten and level the the sole.,
Size the shoe to its hoof.,
Make minor adju... | How to Shoe a Horse | When working with a horse’s hooves it's important to move the horse's foot into position in a way that doesn't surprise the horse or irritate it. Make sure the horse is aware of your presence by gently patting it on the rump. To get your horse to lift her foot, run your hand down her leg. Then, squeeze the tendon abov... |
Consider your yard size.,
Check local laws.,
Start in the spring.,
Purchase your hive.,
Construct a hive stand.,
Get hive tools.,
Figure out your bee source early.,
Purchase a “nuc.” Ask your supplier to provide you with a “nuc.” This is a queen bee and a bunch of workers that are ready to place in the hive once sprin... | How to Get Started Beekeeping | Consult the documents related to your property and look for the size of your yard. A typical city-sized lot is about one-tenth of an acre and can accommodate one bee colony. Make your determination of how many colonies to have based on the size of your yard.Ensure your space has a clear flight path for the bees so tha... |
Consider whether you should harvest the sugarbag honey.,
Separate the honey 'super' from the 2 brood boxes.,
Pierce the sugarbag pots.,
Drain the sugarbag honey.,
Filter the sugarbag honey.,
Place the honey super back onto the top of the hive. | How to Harvest Sugarbag Honey From a Native Australian Beehive | You should only harvest the honey if the bees will survive without it. Generally, only harvest the sugarbag honey this way if:
You have had the hive for 12-18 months, long enough for them to collect ample resources
You live in an area that does not go/rarely goes below 18 degrees Celsius, even in winter. This is bec... |
Get a small-ish guinea pig cage that will fit in the backseat of your car.,
Fill it with a thick layer of newspaper or a waterproof sheet and cover with a soft fleece or towel bedding.
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Place an attachable ceramic bowl in the cage and fill it with your guinea pig's favorite food before hooking it to the cage.,
Hook ... | How to Transport a Guinea Pig | If possible, use your guinea pig's current cage to reduce stress. If that is not possible, buy a small-animal carrying/travel cage - it should be made of plastic or cloth, not metal, and none of it should be made of mesh. Make sure that you fasten the seat-belt around the cage so that it doesn't jolt around.
Two gui... |
Schedule an appointment with an allergist.,
Take antihistamines.,
Consider taking decongestants.,
Use corticosteroid nasal sprays.,
Use high-efficiency air filters and purifiers.,
Confine your guinea pig in one part of your home.,
Protect yourself from the most common sources of allergens.,
Wear protective equipment w... | How to Reduce Guinea Pig Allergy | If you suspect you may have an allergy to guinea pigs (or any other potential allergen), the first thing you should do is visit an allergist. An allergist can help you determine whether or not your guinea pig is the problem and advise you on how to limit/avoid exposure and treat your symptoms.Allergists treat both all... |
Consider the size of the cage.,
Consider a hutch.,
Consider a cubes and coroplast cage (or C & C).,
Consider a chicken coop.,
Consider wired cages.,
Consider a guinea pig/rabbit run.,
Do not fall for flimsy pet store cages.,
Refrain from buying aquariums for your guinea pigs.,
Don't purchase a cage with a wire bottom.... | How to Set Up a Guinea Pig Cage | Guinea pigs need a cage that is at least 7.5 square foot and even bigger for three. The bigger the cage the better! Guinea pigs love to run around (often called zoomies) and popcorning. They can't do this in a tiny amount of space. A large cage is essential for exercise too., Hutches are typically suited for the outdo... |
Purchase or build a cage.,
Line the cage up with absorbent bedding.,
Choose where to keep the cage.,
Decide on water bottles or water bowls.,
Purchase a food bowl.,
Purchase food prior to the arrival of your guinea pigs.,
Choose your hay.,
Purchase a hay dispenser.,
Purchase huts, tunnels and toys for your guinea pig. | How to Prepare for Your New Guinea Pig | Guinea pigs can be housed in three different types of cages; C & C, hutches or runs. You can purchase these from warehouse/pet stores or build your own. The cage must be at least 4 square feet for each guinea pig housed in it (the more the better) or at least 8 square feet for two.
Don't fall into the trap of buying ... |
Research monkey species.,
Be ready for a huge commitment.,
Find out if it's legal to own a monkey in your state.,
Find a dealer or breeder with an excellent reputation.,
Find an exotic animals veterinarian nearby.,
Build or buy a monkey cage.,
Monkey-proof your house.,
Keep the monkey's space clean.,
Provide clean wat... | How to Take Care of a Monkey | Monkeys are in the order of primates, which is divided into families of New World primates (smaller, tree-dwelling monkeys from South America) and families of Old World primates (larger, ground and tree-dwelling monkeys from Asia and Africa). Each type of monkey has unique characteristics that affect how they fare as ... |
Use fully secured bins.,
Don't feed monkeys.,
Pick the fruit from your trees.,
Monkey-proof all the houses.,
Avoid the use of plastic bags.,
Spread the word. | How to Repel Monkeys from Residential Areas1 | It is most likely that monkeys will be attracted to residential areas if they think they can access food easily. Before you think about installing any alarms or security devices to repel moneys you should make sure you are not encouraging them to enter your neighbourhood. The first thing to do is check that there are ... |
Brush your teeth and tongue well before you meet up with him.,
Get him alone.,
Do something romantic.,
Create a clever ruse to get him close to you.,
Break the touch barrier if you haven’t already.,
Cuddle up with him.,
Work on your pucker.,
Flirt with your eyes.,
Give him some serious clues when you are saying goodby... | How to Make Your Boyfriend Kiss You | It also can't hurt at all to floss thoroughly. There's nothing worse than kissing someone with bad breath, or someone who still has leftovers stuck between her teeth.;
, Your guy may want to kiss you, but may be nervous to do so in front of other people. The only prompting he may need to kiss you is to be alone with y... |
Respect the differences between a capuchin and more traditional pets.,
Educate yourself about capuchins.,
Recognize that capuchins were not meant to be quiet and isolated animals.,
Consider your capuchin’s needs to address why they are being so vocal. | How to Quiet a Capuchin Monkey1 | While dogs and cats have lived with humans for thousands of years, capuchins are wild animals and not domestic pets. As a result, you should not hold them to the same standards as traditional pets, expecting them to be tame and quiet.If you want a quiet pet, a capuchin might not be the right choice.
While capuchins mi... |
Get some privacy.,
Freshen your breath.,
Make her feel special.,
Make sure she’s ready for a kiss.,
Make physical contact.,
Avoid the common kissing pitfalls.,
Lean toward her until your faces are almost touching.,
Tilt your head slightly.,
Kiss her.,
Caress her cheeks and hair.,
Use your hands (a little bit).,
Don’t ... | How to Kiss Your Girlfriend in Middle School | Let’s face it. It may be hard to get complete privacy in middle school, but you have to do the best you can to make sure that you and your girlfriend can step away from your friends to get some time together. You could step outside during the school dance, find some solo time during a party, or even go out on a date t... |
Practice kissing.,
Practice good oral hygiene.,
Have moist lips.,
Find the right moment.,
Keep your eyes closed.,
Avoid rushing.,
Relax.,
Decide that you are ready.,
Decide who you want to kiss.,
Talk with trusted friends.,
Ignore negative thoughts.,
Be confident.,
Understand that it is normal to be nervous.,
Keep a s... | How to Prepare for Your First Kiss | This may sound silly, but practice pursing your lips. When you kiss, you don’t want them to be tightly pursed, as though you were kissing your grandma. On the other hand, you don't want them to be too relaxed either.
Ideally, the first kiss will be soft but firm and passionate.;
, Having a clean, healthy mouth will ... |
Scare them off.,
Build an electric fence.,
Deploy an electronic sound repellent. | How to Repel Monkeys from Residential Areas2 | If you do find a monkey has entered a residential area you shouldn't panic, but you should be prepared. Keep some big sticks, a hose, or another water spraying device handy at home. If you see a monkey you can scare if off without harming it. Monkeys will quickly learn that your neighbourhood is not a good place for t... |
Make sure you have ample space so that capuchins can burn off energy and be less noisy.,
Find your capuchin a friend.,
Provide your capuchin with interesting toys and puzzles to keep them occupied.,
Give your capuchin a mirror to occupy their attention.,
Offer your capuchin foods that take time and attention to eat.,
... | How to Quiet a Capuchin Monkey2 | When they receive the physical exercise they need, capuchins will be more content and quiet.Capuchins need sufficient space to walk around in, climb, and jump.
Provide them places to sit so that their tail hangs below their seat without dragging on the floor.
Their cage size should be larger than 4ft. x 6ft. x 6ft, bu... |
Bond with your capuchin.,
Demonstrate that you are in charge.,
Reward your capuchin’s good, quiet behavior.,
Use time outs to punish your capuchin when they are loud.,
Do not resort to physical discipline to quiet your capuchin.,
Be consistent with your commands, especially when you want them to be quiet.,
Ask an expe... | How to Quiet a Capuchin Monkey3 | The success of training a capuchin to be quiet will depend on whether or not your capuchin respects you and bonds with you. Here are a few important things to keep in mind to increase the strength of your bond.Every time you go near your pet’s cage, stop and speak to your monkey.
Call it by name.
Offer it food or a tr... |
Hang out with your friends.,
Have confident body language.,
Dance with your friends.,
Catch your crush’s eye. | How to Get Your Crush to Dance With You at a School Dance1 | Before you approach your crush, you want to ease into the dance and get comfortable. Talking with your friends is a great way to spend the first part of the dance. It also can show your crush if they are watching that you are a social and friendly person.;
, Even if you are nervous at the prospect of talking to your c... |
Think of someone you might want to be your boyfriend or girlfriend.,
Figure out if that person likes you back.,
Ask the person out.,
Start slow.,
Figure out if you're ready to kiss.,
Signal that you're ready to be kissed.,
Pay attention to your partner’s signals.,
Find the right time and place.,
Muster your courage.,
... | How to Get a Kiss in Middle School | Most of the kissing that happens in middle school happens either between kids who are dating, or kids who are playing kissing games. To find a boyfriend or girlfriend:
Think about people you already know that you might have some special feelings for. Telltale signs that you like someone include being nervous or shy ... |
Get to know each other.,
Start doing stuff together.,
Take it one step further.,
Play it cool.,
Ask them out.,
Deal with their response.,
Avoid pestering your crush. | How to Get Your Crush to Go out With You | Talk to each other. Take it easy if your crush is shy. Talk about each other's interests, favorite movies, video games, music, etc.;
, Once you've become friends, start partnering up in science class, trying to be on the same team in gym, playing sports together at recess, or just hanging out at the park to do some st... |
Get near them.,
Say hi to your crush.,
Compliment your crush.,
Talk about the dance.,
Keep the conversation short if you’re dancing.,
Give non-verbal cues that you want to dance. | How to Get Your Crush to Dance With You at a School Dance2 | If your crush is on the other side of the room, move to the general vicinity they are in. If they are sitting down, go sit down at a nearby table with some friends. If you and your friends are friends with your crush, join them where they are sitting, and try to make sure that you are sitting next to your crush. If th... |
Wait until the right song.,
Ask your crush.,
Encourage them if they are nervous.,
Keep a respectable distance at first.,
Read your crush’s body language.,
Get closer.,
Assess the situation at the end of the song. | How to Get Your Crush to Dance With You at a School Dance3 | If your crush hasn’t already asked you to dance, it may be time to take matters into your own hands. If you are sitting and talking to your crush, wait until a song comes on that you want to dance to before asking them. For example, you may wait for a slow song or a song that has a good rhythm.If you are already danci... |
Become confident in yourself.,
Dress to impress.,
Style your hair in an interesting way.,
Highlight your lips.,
Smell nice.,
Flirt your way into his heart.,
Create an opportunity to be alone.,
Keep open and positive body language.,
Be patient.,
Maintain eye contact.,
Get close.,
Break the kiss barrier.,
Go for the kis... | How to Snog a Boy | Confidence shows a boy you’re fully committed to engaging with him physically. Boys can be lazy, so showing a certain amount of confidence and effort can go a long way in improving the quality of a kiss. You may not realize it, but you have a lot to offer that particular boy you’re aiming to kiss, no matter how awesom... |
Before you do anything else, find out a little more about your crush.,
Make sure your crush is aware of your existence.,
Make yourself available.,
Tweak your style to perk your crush's interest.,
Take care of your hygiene.,
Make sure you appear in several of the classes in your crush's schedule.,
Start friendly, comfo... | How to Get Your Crush to Be the Conversation Starter | Either strike up the courage to ask him yourself, or get the information from someone else.
Make sure you are aware if he is single or not.
You may want to get someone else to ask him for you, or ask one of his friends that you trust and are comfortable with. Make sure it's not obvious that you're interested i... |
Look at how the popular kid acts around your crush.,
Think of some qualities that you have that the popular kid doesn't have.,
Try being a little bit like the popular kid.,
Befriend them.,
Spend time with your crush.,
Text your crush.,
When you're ready, ask them out. | How to Get Your Crush to Choose You over a Popular Kid | Do they seem to like your crush? Have you caught them looking at your crush often (even briefly)? How often have you seen the popular guy or girl talking to your crush? If they seem to like your crush, then you will have to work even harder, especially if your crush seems to be liking the popular kid back.;
, Are you ... |
Wear a unique outfit.,
Be physically attractive.,
Research body language tricks.,
Be confident. | How to Get Your Crush to Be Your Friend1 | This will help distinguish you from the crowd, as well as show your crush that you have a cool sense of fashion. It may impress them and perhaps even be the opening for a conversation. Be sure that your clothes complement your body type and that your colors match. Although you don't have to wear expensive clothing, ma... |
Tell your trusted friends about your crush.,
Talk with your friends about your crush's interests.,
Form friendships with your crush's friends. | How to Get Your Crush to Be Your Friend2 | They may be able to give you advice on how to approach your crush, as well as help you make plans. Although you shouldn't completely accept their words, it's nice to have some people that you can rely on.
, If you spot your crush nearby, talk with your friends about a topic that your crush may like. For instance, if ... |
Sit next to your crush.,
Initiate conversations with your crush.,
Start conversations with school-related topics.,
Be kind to your crush.,
Greet them.,
Connect on social media.,
Flirt.,
Understand that your crush is human. | How to Get Your Crush to Be Your Friend3 | It not only captures their attention but also makes it easier for you to start a conversation. You may also have a higher chance of being paired up together, and you can discuss assignments and tests with them. You'll also be able to comment on what they say without looking weird.
, There are a variety of different t... |
Soak a sponge in a bucket of warm water.,
Wring out the sponge till damp and wipe your saddle and tack(this opens the pores of the leather in the saddle to thoroughly clean and condition your tack when saddle/leather soap is applied.),
Rub the sponge onto some saddle soap to get it nice and sudsy.
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Work in the soap ... | How to Clean a Saddle | ;
,
,,,, A toothbrush should do just the trick. Get the bristles sudsy and get all the cracks and crevasses. Yes, this job may have been time consuming and work, but a simple cleaning with some saddle soap and a sponge, even just once a month, can make all the difference.
, A saddle shine and conditioner will make th... |
Stabilize your saddle.,
Dust your saddle.,
Prepare a lather.,
Soap your saddle.,
Rinse the saddle.,
Dry your saddle.,
Condition the smooth leather.,
Condition any rawhide areas.,
Remove excess conditioner.,
Decide if it is time to clean your saddle.,
Check with the manufacturer.,
Gather your supplies. | How to Clean an English Leather Saddle | Put your saddle on a sawhorse, saddle rack, or something similar to hold it up while you clean it. This keeps your saddle stable and easy to adjust while you clean.
Once your saddle is stable, remove any add-ons such as stirrups. These should be cleaned separately.;
, Getting loose dirt off before wetting your saddl... |
Read the manufacturer's directions.,
Avoid lye heavy products.,
Make your own saddle soap. | How to Use Saddle Soap1 | Saddle soap can be used to clean horse tack and other leather products such as shoes and boots. However, saddle soap should not be used on every leather-based product.
There are a variety of different types of leather used in products. Different types require different cleaners and the only way to know whether saddl... |
Prepare your tack for cleaning.,
Clean the saddle.,
Finnish up cleaning. | How to Use Saddle Soap2 | Before you begin cleaning bridles and saddles, you need to get them ready.
Undo any buckles on the tack and remove steel components, like those found in stirrups and bits. You do not want to get soap, saddle or otherwise, on the bit especially. Saddle soap can be harmful to your horse if ingested.Dip a soft cloth in... |
Avoid saddle soap on certain shoes.,
Protect your boots for the winter months.,
Clean your shoes with saddle soap. | How to Use Saddle Soap3 | While saddle soap can be great on many leather shoes, it can be harmful to some. Cordovan shoes should not be shined or washed using saddle soap. If you're uncertain about using saddle shoes on your footwear, consult the manufacturer's instructions., Snow, water, and salt can cause significant damage to leather. Saddl... |
Approach the horse from the front.,
Loosely coil the lead rope in one hand.,
Grasp the halter.,
Gently take up the slack. | How to Put a Lead Rope on a Horse1 | Always approach the horse from the front and slightly to one side, where the horse can see you coming. Stand next to the horse's head, facing the same direction as the animal.
If the horse turns away, click your tongue until the horse faces you. You may convince it to turn around with a food reward instead, if the h... |
Groom your horse.,
Check your gear.,
Set the saddle pad on your horse.,
Grab the cinches, straps, and stirrups.,
Lift the saddle onto your horse.,
Lower the cinches and stirrups.,
Make the horse put his front hoof forward to avoid causing sores in the girth area on your horse where there are wrinkles in the horse's sk... | How to Saddle a Horse Western | Before you strap a saddle on your horse, it's important to ensure that your horse's hair is clean, and that he does not have any sores on his skin.
Use a curry comb to detangle dirt, mud, and any other debris that might be matted in your horse's hair. Do not use the curry comb over any bony parts of the horse's body... |
Clip the lead rope to the halter.,
Stand on the left side of the horse's head.,
Loop the lead rope around the horse's neck.,
Open the halter.,
Slide the halter over the nose of the horse.,
Adjust the halter. | How to Put a Lead Rope on a Horse2 | Clip the end of the lead rope the middle bottom rung on the halter.
, Approach the horse from the front, making sure it can see you. Stand on the left side of the head, since this is where the halter will buckle. Face the same direction as the horse.
, Place the loose lead rope high up on the horse's neck, just behi... |
Bring the horse to a round corral.,
Let the horse investigate the rope.,
Soothe an agitated horse.,
Repeat the attachment many times.,
Try again with a short rope. | How to Put a Lead Rope on a Horse3 | If the horse is inexperienced or untrained, it's best to attach the lead rope in a round corral. This is an easy space to handle the horse where it still has some room to walk away.
, If the horse is not used to ropes, let the animal sniff and investigate it first. It may help to rub the rope against your body, demon... |
Note that saddling normally mainly takes place on the left side of the horse.,
Have the saddle pad and saddle ready.,
Place the saddle pad on the horse's back so that the straps on the side are inline with the back of the horses shoulder.,
Check from the front of the horse that the saddle pad is even on both sides of ... | How to Put a Saddle On1 | It is also known as the horse's "blind side". The horse doesn't kick mostly when you stand on the left side for saddling or patting a new horse.
, Whether it be on a saddle stand or a nearby fence, have it ready to be put straight on the horse so you do not have to make the horse wait any longer than necessary., Also ... |
Tie up the horse.,
Move the reins up to the horse's poll.,
Undo the curb chain, if the bridle has one, by unhooking it from the left side of the bridle.
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Undo the throatlatch.
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Undo the cavesson, or 'nose band.',
Take hold of the reins, as well as the bridle between the horses ears and pull it gently over the ears... | How to Untack a Horse | Some people prefer to put a halter on over the bridle. Others prefer to hook the halter around the horse's neck. Others prefer to remove the bridle without tying up the horse; it's recommended not to do that unless the horse is to be cross-tied in his stall, or in an aisle with others present.;
, If the horse attempts... |
Learn the best knots for tying up a horse ahead of time.,
Learn to tie a quick-release knot.,
Learn another quick-release knot.,
Learn to tie a bowline knot.,
Use caution when tying knots. | How to Tie up a Horse1 | The most common knots used to tie a horse are quick-release knots, of which there are several varieties, and the bowline knot. Quick-release knots are easy to tie, and while they will tighten up if the horse pulls against the rope, are still easy to release with a quick tug of the trailing rope.
The bowline is a bit l... |
Note that saddling normally mainly takes place on the left side of the horse.
,
Have the saddle pad and saddle ready.,
Place the saddle pad on the horse's back.,
Check from the front of the horse that the saddle pad is even on both sides of the horse.,
Before putting the saddle on the horse, hook the stirrup on the o... | How to Put a Saddle On2 | , Whether it be on a saddle stand or a nearby fence, have it ready to be put straight on the horse so you do not have to make the horse wait any longer than necessary., Make sure the top of the saddle pad is covering the horses withers. A rule of thumb is to put the saddle pad a little more 'forward' than it really sho... |
Tie your horse by its halter.,
Choose a safe place to secure your horse.,
Tie your horse up away from other horses.,
Secure the horse at eye-level or higher.,
Leave the right amount of slack.,
Shelter a horse that will be tied for a long time.,
Keep a knife handy for cutting rope in emergency situations.,
Use caution ... | How to Tie up a Horse2 | You should only tie a horse up with a rope connected to a well-fitting halter. Tying a horse up by the bridle, either directly to the bit or to the reigns, can cause the horse pain and serious injury., Only tie your horse to a solid object that the horse cannot break or pull over. Horses are very strong and can pull w... |
Make sure the harness isn't too tight.,
Use leashes just for the yard.,
Don't walk your guinea pig. | How to Walk a Guinea Pig on a Leash1 | If you put on a harness, make sure it is loose enough. You should be able to put a finger or two between the harness and the guinea pig. If it's too tight, it could harm the guinea pig's back over time and chaff under his armpits.It may not be a good idea to put a harness on at all. Some owners have had trouble with h... |
Designate one area for guinea pigs.,
Hide electrical cords.,
Put hazards out of reach.,
Separate the other pets.,
Let everyone know the guinea pigs are out.,
Give them enough exercise time.,
Don't forget to provide food and water. | How to Walk a Guinea Pig on a Leash2 | You don't want to give guinea pigs the full run of the house because there are too many hazards. In addition, guinea pigs can get lost in the shuffle or be scared by loud noises.Consider picking a single room that doesn't have too many places for the guinea pig to hide.
A hallway or bathroom works well. Places like th... |
Place them in an enclosure.,
Keep your guinea pigs cool.,
Don't let them go out on damp grass.,
Provide food and water.,
Check for poisonous plants.,
Stay outside. | How to Walk a Guinea Pig on a Leash3 | Outside, create an enclosure or fenced in area for them to play in. You can use a wire fence or cage, as long as it doesn't leave gaps that your guinea pigs can escape through., Guinea pigs can stand too much heat, so make sure you keep them cool when they go outside. For one, you should always provide them with shade... |
Buy a large enough cage.,
Buy one commercially.,
Build your own. | How to Walk a Guinea Pig on a Leash4 | A large cage is important because it gives your guinea pig a large area to explore. The larger the cage is, the better off your guinea pig will be. At a minimum, each guinea pig should have 7.5 square feet of cage.That's a cage that's approximately 3 by 2.5 feet.
If you can, go for a bigger cage, so your guinea pig wi... |
Train her to come to you when she is called.,
Practice the stand up command.,
Do the turn in a circle command.,
Train your guinea pig to push a ball.,
Teach her to jump through a hoop.,
Practice litter box training. | How to Train Your Guinea Pig | Like most pets, guinea pigs can learn to come to you when called with a little practice and motivation in the form a treat. Make sure you use your guinea pig’s name often and address her by name when you feed her and give her treats.
You can also practice getting her to come to you when called by taking her out of h... |
Observe your guinea pig.,
Buy a litter tray.,
Prepare the litter tray.,
Watch her behavior.,
Keep up the litter tray.,
Be patient.,
Start small.,
Lay out her litter tray.,
Cover up the remaining corners.,
Expand the area. | How to Potty Train a Guinea Pig | Before you put a litter box in your guinea pig's cage, you need to watch her to see where she normally goes to the bathroom. Guinea pigs like to scent mark their territory, so your guinea pig will likely scope out a corner of her cage to pee and poop in regularly.
Although there is one corner where she will go most ... |
Observe where your guinea pig tends to eliminate.,
Set up a litter box.,
Choose a quality litter.,
Place multiple litter boxes in the cage, if necessary.,
See if your guinea pig approaches the litter box on its own.,
Try encouraging litter box use with hay.,
Change the litter regularly.,
Do not use clumping cat litter... | How to Litter Train Guinea Pigs | The first step to litter training is watching your guinea pig. Most guinea pigs have a certain area of their cage where they eliminate. If you set up a guinea pig's litter box in this space, it's more likely to use the box.Watch your guinea pig for a few days. Take note of where it tends to eliminate.
You can also pay... |
Bond with your guinea pig.,
Take your guinea pig to the vet.,
Do a quick test on your guinea pig.,
Set up an area for your guinea pig to get play in.,
Feed your guinea pig.,
If all else fails, just be a responsible and loving guinea pig owner! | How to Get Your Guinea Pig to Popcorn | If you recently adopted your guinea pig, you must give it time to settle into its new home. This is a long process, and can't just be done overnight. If your guinea pig is in a rowdy environment, or if you negatively interact (scream, hurting it etc.) with your guinea pig, it can be very difficult to get their trust a... |
Put a saddle blanket or pad on your horse's back.,
Position the saddle on the blanket.,
Position the stirrup, cinches, and straps on the left side of the horse. | How to Tighten Your Horse's Western Girth1 | The saddle blanket protects the horse's body from friction from the leather saddle, and is vital for a safe ride. It also keeps the saddle clean from the horse's body which will sweat and froth with the exertion of a ride.If you don’t have a blanket, you need one to properly tack your horse.
You can get a saddle bla... |
Attach the girth.,
Cinch the ties.,
Put the finishing touches on. | How to Tighten Your Horse's Western Girth2 | Most saddles have a removable leather strap called a girth or latigo that attaches with buckles to the tie on the horse's right side (some have a girth attached to the tie, in which case you can skip this step).Buckle the girth securely to the tie that hangs down by the horse's front leg on the right side of the horse... |
Watch out for a shifting saddle.,
Notice if your saddle seems to bounce up and down.,
Dismount and inspect the cinch.,
Tighten the cinch before mounting. | How to Tighten Your Horse's Western Girth3 | If you feel that you are having to lean to one side to keep your balance or keep upright, it's probably because the saddle was either placed on incorrectly or has shifted because it is loose. You can know for sure by looking at the pommel (the horn that you hold with one hand while riding). If the horn (or pommel, the... |
Build a trustworthy bond with your piggy.,
Research different training methods.,
Choose the training method that works best for you and your guinea pig.,
Gather the materials that you will need for training. | How to Teach a Guinea Pig to Do Tricks1 | Having a stable relationship with an animal makes them so much easier to train. If your guinea pig doesn't trust you, or thinks of you as a scary giant that comes to try and communicate all of the time, it will be more difficult to teach. The trust of an animal is a very fragile thing.
Think of it as if you are a mo... |
Let your guinea pig out of its cage.,
Make sure the room is safe by blocking all holes and danger.
,
Get out your pellets and line them up in front of your guinea pig (make sure it leads to your lap) and put the last one on your lap.
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Make sure that your guinea pig follows the trail of pellets.
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If he/she does, r... | How to Get a Guinea Pig to Follow You | ;
,,,,, Make sure every time you do this you say "come, (his/her name)."
, |
Condition your guinea pig to the clicker or verbal marker.,
Once your guinea pig is well conditioned to the clicker or verbal marker, begin to slowly ease them into performing basic commands.,
Begin teaching your guinea pig. | How to Teach a Guinea Pig to Do Tricks2 | To do this, put your guinea pig in a safe area-such as its cage-and click the clicker (or say the verbal marker). A second or so after clicking the clicker, give your guinea pig a treat. Repeat this several times until you think your guinea pig understands what the click, or marker, means.
Occasionally, this will ta... |
Place your guinea pig in a piggy-proof area that both of you are comfortable in.,
Hold a treat - or, if your pig has learned targeting, a finger - above the guinea pig's head.,
Once your guinea pig stands up on its hind legs, allow it to drop back down to all fours, and then click or use the verbal marker and treat.,
... | How to Teach a Guinea Pig to Do Tricks3 | Ensure that there is nothing to pose a danger to your guinea pig, or you, and that there is nothing that your guinea pig can crawl under, save for a hidey house for them to retreat to if they feel the need.
Training inside the cage works just as well in the beginning, if your guinea pig is more comfortable in their ... |
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