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Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Pond Water Treatments

Knowing the condition of the water your Koi live in is the most important
thing you should know while keeping them healthy.

This can quickly change from a healthy environment to a toxic one.
These articles will give you the products needed not only to test the
water but to correct any problems in the water makeup.

Check back often for updated information.
Our goal at ePet Products
is to provide information and products for pets of any kind in the best conditions possibly.
If you have questions please ask them here or use our Contact Us Page.

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Friday, April 8, 2011

Mixed Fruits Gourmet Pond Food Treats

Pond Fish Food

Koi Treats

Mixed Fruits Gourmet Pond Food Treats - Large - 11.5 oz.

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Product Description
Enjoy your koi and keep them happy with special treats just for them.
Delicious fruit flavored treats will have your koi jumping out of the water
for a taste. These special treats can be fed multiple times a day and are
vitamin-fortified for extra nutrition. Low protein formula will not stimulate
algae growth. Fun shapes, too

Mixed fruit flavor.
Size:
Treats are approximately 0.375" diameter.

Ingredients
Wheat flour, rice flour, soybean meal, fish meal, ground dried blueberries,
ground dried oranges, ground dried strawberries, brewers yeast,
hydrolyzed plant protein, soybean oil, lecithin, vitamin A palmitate,
d-activated animal sterol, DL-a-tocopherol acetate, thiamine mononitrate,
choline chloride, L-ascorbyl-2-phosphate, inositol, niacinamide,
calcium D-pantothentae, riboflavin, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid,
menadione sodium bisulfate, biotin, vitamin B12, yellow #5, ethoxyquin.
Crude protein (min) 23%
Crude fat (min) 3%
Crude fiber (max) 2%
Moisture (max) 9%
Ash (max) 5%

Instructions
Feed at any time of the day.
Feed no more than what the fish will eat in 1-2 minutes, no more than 3 times a day.
This treat should be fed with a regular staple, stick or growth diet.


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Reptile Supplies Ceramic Heat Emitter

Reptile Heating

Ceramic Emiters

Reptile Supplies Ceramic Heat Emitter - Reptile Heating

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Product Description
This is a radient heat source and creates a natural sun-like heat with a uniform pattern.
The long wave infrared heat produced by this emitter will warm reptiles very efficiently.
It also increases the ambient air-temperature in the terrarium. Infared heat penetrates
the scales and skin tissue, promoting health and healing as it widens the blood vessels
and increase blood circulation.

Other features include: innovative design, 99% heat efficiency; no light emitted,
does not disturb normal photo periods (day/night); solid ceramic element,
suitable for humid environments.

**This heat emitter must be used with a clamp lamp or reflector dome that has a porcelain socket**
Sizes:
Ceramic Heat Emitter - 40W
Ceramic Heat Emitter - 60W
Ceramic Heat Emitter - 150W
Ceramic Heat Emitter - 250W

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Thursday, April 7, 2011

Tetra Whisper In Tank Aquarium Filters three sizes

Aquarium Filters

Internal Aquarium Filters

Tetra Whisper In Tank Aquarium Filters three sizes
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Product Description
Innovation for small space filtering in diverse setups:
Whisper In-Tank Aquarium Filters are capable of operation in only 2 in. of water!
The submerged motor makes for quiet operation while still delivering the 3-stage
aquarium filtration (biological, chemical, and mechanical) you have come to expect
from Tetra Whisper Filters. This unique In Tank Whisper Aquarium Filter is perfect
for terrariums and turtle tanks where aquarium filtration used to be impossible

Specifications
Sizes:
Whisper 10i In-Tank Filter - for 2 to 10 gallon
Whisper 20i In-tank Filter - 10 to 20 gallon
Whisper 40i In-tank Filter - 20 to 40 gallon


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Friday, March 11, 2011

Aquarium Filtration

These articles will be about Aquarium Filters.

Maintaining fish health requires clean water.
It is up to the fish keeper to provide a clean environment
for the living beings they chose to display.

This can be accomplished using one or more
different types of filtering equipment.
There are special designed filter for both fresh and saltwater set ups.
The following are the most common filter types.

Canister, Diatom, Internal, Power, Under gravel, Sponge and Wet / Dry.
We will look into these different types of filtering systems and give examples of each type.

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Thursday, March 10, 2011

Acrilic Bird Toys

Bird Toys

Acrylic Bird Toys

3-Tier Hanging Acrylic Swing Bird Toy
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Product Descriptiom
3 levels of fun for your adventurous bird!
These 3-ring acrylic swings are sure to make your bird
hold on tight and have lots of fun. Durable acrylic won't
shred the way wooden or rope toys do, so there's less
mess for you. Attaches to most bird cages with a metal chain.
HEIGHT 12 IN.
WIDTH 5 IN.
LENGTH 5 IN.
MATERIAL ACRYLIC AND METAL CHAIN
For little, small and medium birds.


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Sunday, March 6, 2011

Latex, Vinyl & Rubber Dog Toy

Dog Toys

Latex, Vinyl & Rubber Toys

Multipet Pokey Dog Toy - 6 in.

This is POKEY
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Product Description
Multipet International is going retro,
with two classic television characters of the 60’s…GUMBY and his sidekick Pokey!
GUMBY and POKEY are both durable and made of genuine rubber which make
them the perfect toys for pets and nostalgic pet owners.

SIZE 6 in.
MATERIAL Durable Rubber
COLOR Orange

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Friday, March 4, 2011

Small Parrot Cages

Bird Cages

Small Parrot Cages

Series T9 Cage - White Base - 24 in. x 18 in. x 24 in.
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Product Description
Sturdy rounded top bird cage is ideal for Cockatiels, Conures, or small parrots.
3/4 inch wire spacing keeps your feathered friend in, while large landing platform
front door and 2 one inch diameter perches keep your pet in good shape.
Each cage also includes an easy-to-remove base, CloseSure door locks and a breeding box door.

WIDTH 18 IN.
LENGTH 24 IN.
HEIGHT 24 IN.
SIZE 3/4 IN. WIRE SPACING.
BIRD COMPATIBILITY FOR CONURES & PARROTS.
COLOR WHITE BASE
 
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Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Dog Joint Care

Dog Health

Dog Joint Care

Homeopathic Joint Stress - 15 mL Dog Supplies
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Product Description
As your pet ages, its joints can stiffen and cause them pain.
Joint Stress formula helps provide fast pain relief and encourage
flexibility and regrowth in cartilage and joints.

This formula is designed for chronic cases and can be used for long periods of time.
Extended use will help with regeneration and growth of cartilage and joint fluids.

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Cat Litter Box by Doskocil

Cat Litter Boxes & Supplies

Litter Boxes

Doskocil Hooded Cat Litter Pan Set Basic - Black & Grey
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Product Description
Give your cat some privacy with a covered litter box set.
Microban protection kills microbes and limits bacteria growth.
WIDTH 15 IN.
HEIGHT 17 IN.
LENGTH 19 IN .
COLOR BLACK AND GREY

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Monday, February 28, 2011

Hamster & Gerbil Food

Small Pet Foods

Hamster & Gerbil Food

Kaytee Fiesta Max Food - Hamster and Gerbil - 4.5 lb.
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Product Description
Fiesta Max small animal varieties are delicious blends of fruits, vegetables, seeds and grains designed
for optimum health and variety for your furry little buddy! DHA Omega-3 supports heart,
visual and brain functions while prebiotics and probiotics support digestive health.
This quality food is also naturally preserved and Made in the USA!

Ingredients
Corn, Oats, Wheat, Milo, Sunflower, Millet, Green Split Peas, Oat Groats, Shelled Peanuts,
Ground Wheat, Ground Corn, Sun-cured Alfalfa Meal, Dehulled Soybean Meal, Pumpkin Seed,
Barley, Raisins, Dehydrated Carrots, Dried Bananas, Safflower, Canadian Field Peas,
Ground Flax Seed, Ground Oats, Dried Papaya, Ground Rice, Dehydrated Sweet Potatoes,
Dehydrated Apples, Rice Flour, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Soy Oil,
Whole Cell Algae Meal (source of Omega-3 DHA), Fructooligosaccharide, Cracked Corn,
Hulled Millet, Dried Cane Molasses, Yeast Extract, Sesame Seed, Yucca Schidigera Extract,
Vitamin A Supplement, L-Lysine, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Mixed Tocopherols (a preservative),
Gelatin, Honey, Dextrose, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Riboflavin Supplement,
Zinc Oxide, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Copper Sulfate,
Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of vitamin K activity), L-Carnitine, Rosemary Extract,
Citric Acid, Cholecalciferol, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate,
Calcium Iodate, Biotin, Folic Acid, Cobalt Carbonate, Sodium Selenite, Artificial Color.

Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude protein (min) 14%
Crude fat (min) 6%
Crude fiber (max) 10%
Moisture (max) 12%
Omega-3 fatty acids (min) 0.4%
Docosahexaenoic acid (min) 0.035%
Total Bacillus Species (min) 75,000 CFU/gram

Allergen information: Manufactured in a facility that processes peanuts and other tree nuts.

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Friday, February 25, 2011

Educational Bird Toys

Bird Toys

Educational Bird Toys

Habitat Defined Enrichment Pod Forage Frenzy for Birds
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Product Description
Encourage healthy play and exploration:
and lessen chronic boredom for your bird with the Enrichment Pod Forage Frenzy Toy.
Your bird will spend all day digging for its favorite treats.
Refillable design is more economical then standard throw-away bird toys.
Designed for parakeets, cockatiels and other smaller birds. Mounts easily to most wire bird cages.

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Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Dog Ear Care

Keeping your dog healthy

Dog Health Products

Dog Ear Care

Four Paws Dog Ear Wash - 4 oz.
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Product Description
Relieve itchy, odorous ears with Four Paws Ear Wash.
This gentle ear solution removes excess wax from dog and cat ears.
Soothes and cools, will not sting.
Size:
4 fl. oz.

Instructions
Shake well, the contents of this product normally settles.
Do not use on pets under 6 weeks old.
Tilt pet's head slightly and squeeze 10 drops of ear wash into outer base of ear canal.
Gently massage base of ear. Allow to soak for 1 or 2 minutes. Gently wipe away excess with a cotton ball.
Allow pet to shake its head to remove debris and excess ear wash.
Ear wash should be used once a month, but may be used as often as needed.

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Saturday, February 19, 2011

Cat Litter Boxes & Supplies

Cat Litter Boxes & Supplies

Cat Litter

Everclean Cat Litter - X-strength - Unscented - 14 lb.
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Product Description

Litter odor? What litter odor?
Your litter box can be clean and fresh-smelling always with EverClean.
This extra-strength clumping litter prevents moisture from collecting on the
bottom of the pan where it decomposes and causes odor.
Extra-hard clumps allow you to scoop out waste easily, leaving a fresh, clean pan.
EverClean is the ever-better choice for a clean, fresh litter box.

This unscented formula has no artificial fragrances and is ideal for people
or cats sensitive to perfumes.
Size:
14 lbs.

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Small Pet Ferret Products

Small Pet Ferret Products

Marshall Premium Ferret Diet
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Product Description

Generations of ferrets can't be wrong.
Marshall's Premium Ferret Diet provides all the essential nutrients healthy ferrets needs
- without the extras they don't. High meat-based protein content keeps your ferret in amazing
health, while a unique vacuum-sealing technique locks in valuable amino acids.
Nutritionally superior for ferrets of all ages.
4 lb.
7 lb.

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Cat Toys

Cat Toys

Assorted Toys

Kong Natural Crinkle Caterpillar Cat Toy - 3 in. - 2 pk
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Product Description
Crinkly, feathery cat toys are just what your frisky friend ordered.
Durable toys are great for cats alone or when having fun with you.
This toy will bring hours of fun for your cat.

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Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Aquarium Cleaning and Maintance

Aquarium Cleaning and Maintance

Aquarium Algae Scruber & Scraper

Aquarium Supplies Magnet Scraper
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Product Description

An easy and effective way to clean your glass aquarium walls without getting your hands wet. The Magna-Scraper is rust-proof, stainless-steel with powerful, non-corrosive ceramic magnets. Designed to take out that hard-to-scrape aquarium algae buildup.

Instructions

Remove safety cover. Place both halves simultaneously on any glass section, with blade half (black) on the inside and handle half (green) on the outside. Move outside magnet in any direction. Inside half will follow and scrape away algae.

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Dog Flea & Tick Controls

Dog Flea & Tick Controls

Farnams Bio Spot Pet Yard Spray - 32 oz.
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Product Description

Attach this handy pest eliminator to your garden hose and start wiping out backyard insect pests.
Effective Bio-Spot formula is safe for trees, shrubs, roses and flowers and kills fleas, ticks, ants, mosquitoes, crickets and other insects for up to four weeks. Never let insects invade your backyard garden again!

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Aquarium Fish Foods

Aquarium Fish Foods

Wafers

Hikari Algae Wafers Aquarium Fish Food
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Product Description

Vegetable-loving fish will enjoy the complete nutrition packed into Algae Wafers. This powerful formula is rich in nutrients and stabilized vitamin C to promote resistance to stress and immunity to infectious disease,while still providing total nutrition! The sinking design makes it ideal for bottom-feeders like plecostomus and of course: algae eaters.

Sizes:

Algae Wafers - 0.71 oz.
Algae Wafers - 1.41 oz.
Algae Wafers - 2.89 oz.
Algae Wafers - 2.2 lb.
Algae Wafers - 8.8 oz

instructions

Feed no more than the amount your fish will completely consume within 2 hours. Many bottom feeders are nocturnal, for best results feed late in the day or at night.

Ingredients

Fish meal, dehydrated alfalfa meal, wheat flour, wheat-germ meal, starch, dried seaweed meal, fish oil, krill meal, dried bakery products, brewers' dried yeast, spirulina, enzyme, astaxanthin, garlic, monosodium glutamate, DL-methionine, vitamin A oil, vitamin D3, vitamin E, menadione sodium bisulfite complex, choline chloride, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate, inositol, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, thiamine mononitate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, niacin, folic acid, biotin, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, zinc sulfate, magnesium sulfate, cobalt sulfate, calcium iodate, aluminum hydroxide, sodium acid pyrophosphate.

Guaranteed Analysis: Crude protein (min) 32% Crude fat (min) 4% Crude fiber (max) 5% Moisture (max) 10% Ash (max) 12% Phosphorus (max) 0.7% Vitamins: Vitamin A--8,700 IU/kg Vitamin C--45 mg/kg Vitamin D3--1,700 IU/kg Vitamin E--900 mg/kg

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Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Hamsters make a good starter pet

Hamsters make a good starter pet

A lot of us grew up with hamsters or had a friend who had hamsters. They can make a good starter pet. It can help teach your child the responsibility of being in charge of another living creature. There are a lot of different types of hamsters such as dwarf, Syrian, Russian, Chinese, and hybrid.

Hamster like to burrower so you need to have lots of bedding in their cages to hide under. They also enjoy tubes to create little nests. When they are young, it can be difficult to tell if they are female or male.
You can buy two hamsters thinking they were the same gender and ending up with many more hamsters?
Hamsters are an easy pet to take care of. You can feed them hamster food, vegetables, and little hamster treats to give them a good life.
Kaytee Fiesta Max Food - Hamster and Gerbil - 4.5 lb.
You should change the bedding weekly or twice a week depending upon how many hamsters you have.
Most live only a year or two which can make it hard for younger children to understand.
Absorption Carefresh Small Pet Bedding - 10L
Hamsters need to have exercise so giving them wheels to run on or a hamster ball to run around the house.
This physical exercise is good for them. The tubing and cages come in a variety of colors. You can arrange them in straight pathways to other larger home areas or curve them around to reenter the same cage.

Most of the cages are plastic, your hamster may try to chew or claw out. Some hamster owners go with a metal wire cage with tiny slits to avoid the chewing escape. Your preference will determine the type of accessories you purchase.

You shouldn’t handle your pet hamster a lot but they do need some contact so they do not become scared when you do. Make sure you always wash your hand before and after. Be careful with little children.

Hamsters can be a lot of fun for at any age especially if you want an easy pet for your child can care for.
You will want to make sure you feed your hamster but not over feeding them while maintaining proper exercise. When your hamsters procreate, you will want to separate out the mother and children from the rest of the crew.
Pets International Small Pets Critter Cruiser
Be careful with dwarf hamsters they are susceptible to infections with cedar chips because it can tear holes in their tiny mouths so use a product like, Kaytee Aspen Bedding & Litter is manufactured with all natural aspen shavings specially processed to eliminate dust and wood debris found in other bedding. Aspen bedding comes from hardwood, eliminating aromatic oils found in other types of wood bedding. *Can be used in all cages, aquariums and habitrails. *A natural biodegradable product.

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Monday, February 14, 2011

Keep your Parrot busy with Toys

Keeping your Parrot busy with Toys

A well-furnished cage should have a minimum of ten toys.
Parrots should not be easily seen in their cage.
This is their home and they should feel camouflaged. In the wild. Parrots live in trees so they can be heard, not seen.
They build their nest inside trees surrounded by more trees. They raise there, young using the safety of other trees.
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Good toys have different shapes and textures for the bird to explore and destroy.
Some of the toys needs to make your pet bird work for food.
These are toys that make them work for their treats or foods. Parrots in the wild will spend the majority of their time hunting and foraging.
Toys stimulate their mind and help replicate actions they would execute in the wild. Proper toys and placement enhance a healthy life in captivity.

Parrots think they are working for food while people sees birds playing with toys as birds; playing with bird toys.
Your pet parrot is always thinking, and they think playing with toys is their job. The need to forage is what nature gave them to survive.
If you provide no means of foraging, your bird will seek other avenues.
They may chew on your furniture or personal belongings.
It is important to encourage your pet parrot to work for food because it is a natural behavior.

Some of their toys should be made to give the stimulation of preening . The A & E Cage Company makes a wonderful Large Preening Bird Toy.
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Birds love to preen, and those that don't have a buddy on hand will appreciate this preening toy.
Adorned with brightly colored ropes to stimulate your bird and satisfy his instincts. Attaches easily to most bird cages with a metal ring.


Large birds like macaws and Cockatoos may have a huge appetite.
Introduce hardwood toys into cages and perhaps toys with hard plastics so they can spend more time on the various pieces.

The balance of toys should be easily shredded.
Toys may be store bought or home made. Parrot toy parts are available and helps keep toy making economical.
Soft wood, paper, leather and other textures are important for the bird to explore and destroy

Introduce pieces of food like broccoli or corn, using one of many commercially available or home made toy holders.
The food on the toy holder rewards them for playing.
Jungle Talk Nut Maze Bird Toy - 9 in.

The more textures, shapes, sizes and colors the better.
Diversity is important because in the wild your birds eat a diverse diet.
A large selection of toys helps maintain your feathered companions interest.

The majority of toys should hang or be placed in the upper third of the cage.
Introduce a few more to the middle third (without hampering access to food dishes) around a perch made from soft wood,
comfortable to grasp depending on the size of the bird’s feet.
The bottom third of the cage should remain relatively uncluttered to allow the bird to walk freely.

Spot-check toys and perches on a daily basis looking for frayed or sharp edges that may potentially harm your bird.

The more you change the toy and perch arrangement, the more you challenge your companion parrot.
It helps them socialize and helps avoids “toy-phobia”
Parrots can develop phobic reactions to new people, new furniture, and even new birds.


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Sunday, February 13, 2011

Dog Urine Stains, How to remove them

Dog Urine Stains, How to remove them

Dogs can be housebroken and trained to let you know when they need to go outside to use the bathroom.
Urinating or defecation can cause a permanent stain on carpeting if they’re not taken care of immediately.

If you’re fortunate enough to catch your dog in the act of relieving himself take the steps that have to do with the dog’s training
and then attend to the problem.
Use a rag or some paper towels to soak up as much of the mess as possible and then clean the area with a mixture of cold
or lukewarm (never hot) water and some sort of cleaning agent. Natures Miracle Stain & Order Remover with Power Sprayer works well for this.
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If the stains has been allowed to sit for a time you’ll need a stronger stain remover.
Cleaners like Natures Miracle Orange Oxy Liquid Pet Stain and Order Remover works best on stains like these.
Some scrubbing will be necessary, but it should be done as gently as possible, depending on the type of fabric.
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The best way to deal with doggie urine stains is to avoid having them happen in the first place,
which can be accomplished through careful and meticulous training.
Using Four Paws Wee-Wee Pads is a handy dog housebreaking pad use a special attractant
to actually draw your new puppy to them.
Super-absorbent nature and poly-dry formula locks in moisture to prevent tracking.
Plastic, non-skid construction keeps waste off your floor. 23"x24".
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If the occasional accident does happen, don’t lose your head.
Deal with the dog in the appropriate manner and rest easy in the knowledge that, in most cases, urine washes out.

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Friday, February 11, 2011

Litter Box Accidents, What can be done

Litter Box Accidents, What can be done

Cat owners can get frustrated when it comes to litter box accidents. It is the number one reason why cat owners take their cats up to animal shelters.
When your cat does not use the litter box, it is usually due to an underlying problem.
Try to find causes for this problem, before you get frustrated with your cat for not making it to the litter box.

Litter Box Accidents
One reasons why a cat begins to refuse to use the litter box may be their litter box is dirty.
Many cats are extremely fussy about the condition of their litter box, while others will use it no matter how full it gets.
If your cat has a litter box accident, the first place you should check is the litter box.
Some pets prefer that their litter box cleaned out after each use.
This may be time consuming for you, but it may be a simple fix to this problem.
If you start a daily routine of cleaning out your cat litter box, it may solve the problem.
Booda Cat Litter Liner - Drawstring - 35 in. x 19 in. - 17 pk

Another possible problem is there are not enough litter boxes for the number of cats you have. You should have at least one litter box per cat.
Cats like to have their own space, and this is especially true when it comes to their litter box.
Many veterinarians recommend that even if you have only one cat, you should have at least two litter boxes.

In addition, when it comes to litter box accidents, look at the type of litter you are using and the size and shape of the litter box.
If you have a tray litter box without a lid, maybe your cat would feel more secure in a closed box.
Marchioro Deluxe Enclosed Cat Pan - X-Large - Assorted
If you have an older cat, or a young kitten, you cat may have a difficult time getting in and out of a closed top box.
Watch your cat carefully when he or she uses the litter box. If you find that, they are having a difficult time getting in and out of the litter box and consider getting a different box.
Also, look at the type of litter you use. Your cat may be extremely fussy about the smell or texture of the litter.
Many people preferred using the scoop away litter; however, many cats will not use this type of litter, because it sticks in the paws.
You may also find that the litter you use causes a lot of dust that is disagreeable to your cat.
Everclean Cat Litter - X-strength - Unscented - 14 lb.

Some Litter Box Health Issues
Your cat may be refusing to use the litter box, because of health related issues. If you have tried all the above tips and nothing seems to be working, then it is time to visit your veterinarian.
Cats that have bladder problems, urinary tract infections, kidney failure and diabetes are more prone to litter box accidents than healthy cats.
You need to take your cat to the vet and have a thorough health exam performed to find out if your cat is suffering around an ailment.
If this is the case, your veterinarian can prescribe medication to help your cat.

Habit and Your Cat’s Territory
If your cat has been ill or have stopped using the litter box for any of reason, you may find that your cat returns to their old ways out of habit.
It is extremely important that when your cat has a litter box accident, that you clean the area thoroughly to get rid of any odors that may remain.
In addition, your cat may have not stopped using the litter box at all but instead, your cat is marking his or her territory.
This is especially common in multi-cat households or when you bring in new pet into the home.
This is also more common in males than females.
Even male cats that are neutered can mark their territory by spraying urine.

When you determine why your cat is having litter box accidents, you can find a solution.
It takes time and patience; however, this is much more preferable than getting rid of your cat.

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Sunday, February 6, 2011

Cleaning a Dirty Aquarium

Cleaning a Dirty Aquarium

It takes some effort to keep an aquarium clean. This will give you some guide lines for doing that. A fresh water fish tank takes about 30 minutes to 60 minutes of work a week based on the size of the tank.

Equipment you will need:
1) You will need a clean 5 gallon bucket. This must have not been used for anything else.
2) A gravel cleaner or gravel vacuum and some hose.
3) A bag of natural or synthetic sea salt
Aquarium Pharm Aquarium Salt - 65 oz.

You will need to clean the tank each week on the same day and the filters every 2 or 3 weeks.

Be sure to unplug the tanks heater if you have one. The water help cool the glass on the heater if removed it could crack, or the glass could totally shatter. Be sure the heater is not only off but unplugged from the wall. A small crack in the heater could be more then enough to cause a shock to you that can be fatal.

After the heater has cooled you can safely remove the it from the tank or it the heater is submersible you can just push it down to the bottom of the tank.

Remove any decorations that is in the tank, All that should now be left is the small gravel at the bottom. Using the gravel vacuum, so you do not have to get your hands wet. You will need to stir up the gravel to get the dirt that has settled between the gravel into the water, and start removing the water into the bucket with the gravel vacuum. Do not throw out the water you will still need it to clean the filters.
Aqueon Water Changers

When using the gravel vacuum, every second or two move the gravel cleaner over an inch or two and repeat this process until you have removed 15 percent of the tanks water.

Now its time for you to clean the Aquariums filters. The inside of the filter has bacteria, that help break down the nitrites and nitrates that are in the water. To make sure we don’t kill all these aquarium friendly bacteria, clean the filter materials and sponges in the dirty water that is also full of the good bacteria. Take everything out of the filters and rinse them of in the bucket of dirty aquarium water, then give the sponge a couple of squeezes in the bucket and reassemble the filters, and put them back on the tank.
Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Aquarium Power Filters

Now before adding the water sea salt needs to be added to the tank. All water has some amount of salt in it and to replicate the natural habitat of the fish there must be salt in your tank as well. Add approximately 1 cup of sea salt for every 50 gallons of water.

Now you can add water to the tank, but you must make sure the water is the within a degree or two of the temperature of the water in the tank. A drastic change in the tanks temperature suddenly can throw the fish into shock and kill them or weaken their immunity and help give them a fish disease. I recommend filling the bucket with hot water and checking it regularly till it is the same as the tanks temperature, then slowly add the water to the tank, start the filters and the heater.

You only need to clean the filters once or twice a month.
The water in the tank should be cleaned on the same day every week.
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Monday, January 31, 2011

What type of treats should you feed your Koi

What type of treats should you feed your Koi

People find it fun and popular to give their Koi treats. You might enjoy watching your Koi react to treats while you feed them. This can be an enjoyable thing to do you must take care .

Koi eat almost anything they find in their pond. Since Koi do not know what is good or bad for them. You must control what kind of snack or treat they eat. Another potential problem is over feeding treats. Again, Koi do not have the knowledge to know when to stop eating.

OSi make several high quality Koi Treats. One of them isMixed Fruits Gourmet Pond Food Treats. Enjoy your koi and keep them happy with special treats just for them. Delicious fruit flavored treats will have your koi jumping out of the water for a taste. These special treats can be fed multiple times a day and are vitamin-fortified for extra nutrition. Low protein formula will not stimulate algae growth. Fun shapes, too these are a Mixed fruit flavor.
Mixed Fruits Gourmet Pond Food Treats - Large - 11.5 oz.

Some fruits and vegetables can be good for your koi. Fishy's Koi and Goldfish Pond Fish Food Treats. This fish shaped treat contains all natural fruits and vegetables such as citrus fruit, apples, cucumber, carrot, kale, pepper, wheat germ and alfalfa. It has vitamin E to promote and help stimulate your fish's immune system and added stabilized vitamin C to help combat fish stress related diseases. Even fish love treats. When the water temperature is 50º F or above, feed as a treat, but do not exceed the amount the fish eat within a few minutes of feeding.
Fishy's Koi and Goldfish Pond Fish Food Treats
No matter what type of treat you decide to use, it is still very important that you do not over do it. To many treats and interfere with their diets, and cause more harm then good. Just do not get carried away, and you will be set.

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Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Caring for Green Iguanas

Caring for Green Iguanas

There are misconceptions and myths about Iguanas. These myths could prevent you from taking proper care of a green iguana. Some myths aren’t too harmful, but some of these myths could be dangerous to a green iguana's health. Here are some common myths about green iguanas that you should know about:

1) Green Iguanas can eat iceberg lettuce.
This myth has some truth to it. Of course, since green iguanas are best kept on a vegetarian diet, you can feed it lettuce. However, you should realize the fact that most types of salad lettuce have very little nutritional value.

If you want to take proper care of your green iguana, you should feed it vegetables that have a high nutritional value. Examples include collards, turnip greens and mustard greens.

Another great feed is Zoo Med Natural Iguana FoodNatural Iguana Food Juvenile formula contains higher amounts of protein to promote growth and optimum health in younger iguanas. Smaller pellets for easier consumption.
Zoo Med Natural Iguana Food - Adult - 20 oz.

2) Iguanas will not outgrow their cages
Some people provide small cages for their iguanas in order to keep it in a convenient size. This will definitely not help your green iguana. A green iguana, when properly taken care of, can grow up to six feet long. Keeping them it in a small cage will only mak your green iguana's life very uncomfortable.

An inexpence cage Reptile Cage Give you iguana or other herp a cage to climb in with this PVC-coated wire model from Pointer Hill. Roomy cage promotes airflow and keeps your climbing herp exercised and stress-free. A 3" galvanized steel tray is easy to remove and clean. constructed of 1/2" x 1" 16ga PVC coated wire mesh
PVC Reptile Cage - 30 in x 18 in x 36 in


3) Hot rocks are great for heating
People think heat rocks are good for an iguana's body temperature. Green iguanas are cold blooded; this means that if a green iguana sits on a hot rock, it can be cooked to death. If you wish to provide proper heating for a green iguana enclosure, you should use special lighting available in most pet stores.

Naturalistic Terrarium Light Bar Reptile Lighting Systems mount terrarium lighting directly inside your Naturalistic Terrarium with these handy light bars. Each bar includes a 100 watt ceramic fixture and can accommodate up to 2 additional lamps. Ensures maximum UVA and UVB transmission and eliminates bulky clamp lamps on the top.
Naturalistic Terrarium Light Bar Reptile Lighting Systems

5) Iguanas can eat insects, pet food, and other animal products
The truth is that green iguanas are best suited to an herbivorous diet. The body and metabolism of a green iguana is designed to utilize plant proteins effectively. Animal proteins, on the other hand, can prove to be very troubling to them. The only reason that iguanas eat insects in the wild is because these get mixed up with their food accidentally.

Zoo Med Natural Iguana Food is an all natural and no artificial colors, flavors, scents or preservatives makes this a "natural" choice for your Iguana Naturally fortified with Spirulina and beta carotene, your pet is provided with essential amino acids, enzymes, and vitamins to promote overall health and vigor.


These are just some of the myths that you may have heard about green iguanas. By knowing the truth about these myths, you are now equipped to give the best care possible to a green iguana.

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Monday, January 24, 2011

Flea Control, Getting Rid of fleas

Flea Control, Getting Rid of Fleas

Different geographical areas have different climate conditions so the flea season varies depending on where you are. Keep that in mind whether you are at home or traveling. Something else to be aware of is that fleas, they can survive indoors even during the cold weather. Following are some helpful facts about fleas and information on how you can prevent them from infesting your pets and your home using flea and tick controls.
Advantage Flea & Tick Control for Dogs
There are over two thousand known species and subspecies of fleas, one of these class of flea called the ‘cat flea’ is to blame for almost all the fleas found on cats and dogs in the United States.

Fleas can survive up to two or three months without eating, they eat the blood they suck from their hosts. A female flea consumes 15 times her own body weight in blood daily! You should also know that while adult fleas suck blood from a cat, dog or other mammal, their larvae live and feed on organic debris in the host animal's environment. If you see one flea there can be hundreds more in your home your carpet and on your pet.

How do you control this problem? Your pet counts on you to keep it healthy. Taking them to the vet for their annual check ups is very important. Ask your veterinarian about a flea prevention method such as Advantage, A once per month flea treatment for dogs and puppies seven weeks of age and older. Advantage kills 98% of fleas on infested dogs within 12 hours, providing protection from re-infestation for up to four weeks. Comes packaged in convenient tube applicator. Bio-Spot Bio Spot Spot On topical flea and tick products quickly and safely kill fleas, ticks and their eggs on cats and kittens, and is effective for up to one month. Also works to fight mosquitoes that may spread heartworm or other diseases to your pet. Spot On treatments also contain a special coat conditioner to make your pet look great and feel itch-free. or Adams. Some of these products can also help to prevent ticks in addition to fleas.
Farnam Bio Spot In-Home Inverted Carpet & Premise Spray - 16 oz.
If you see fleas on your pets or in your home, take action immediately. Not only are fleas a huge annoyance, but they can also transmit diseases and tapeworm. If your home becomes infested, you will probably need to purchase flea bombs – make sure read and adhere to the directions carefully and contact your vet to get further advice and relief for your pet and family. With Adams Room Fogger you can say goodbye fleas! The Adams ready-to-use, water based automatic room fogger contains adulticides to kill adult fleas and pre-adult fleas. Sykillstop, an insect growth regulator, kills larval fleas and flea eggs for 210 days. Also kills ticks, cockroaches, spiders and ants.One can treats up to 6,000 square feet.
Farnams Adams Pets Room Fogger - 3 pk


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Saturday, January 22, 2011

Tropical fish foods

Tropical fish foods

A balanced diet for your aquarium fish is essential to their survival. Tropical fish foods commonly used will only keep for about three months, it is always advisable to buy fish-feeds in many small packs rather than in one large pack.
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The feed could preferably be kept absolutely dry in a refrigerator. However, all fish appreciate a change of diet and will thank you for your consideration with more interesting behavior, better colors, and greater readiness to breed and better general well -being.

There are many different types of fish foods. Most popular and highly recommended brands are Aqueon, Tetra, and Hikari.
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Below you will find just a few of the feeds available.

Flake Foods
Freeze-dried Foods
Pellet Foods
Stick Food

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Dogs love to play with toys

Dogs love to play with toys

Many dog owners treat their dogs like children. “That’s my baby,” they’ll say when referring to their dog. and, of course, they buy their dogs toys to play with. Choosing the right dog toys can be tricky. People like to get cute, squeaky toys for their dogs or give them stuffed animals to chew on and carry around. A dog’s toy needs to be safe with particle, fun and durability kept in mind. The size of the toys is an important thing to consider.

Avoiding toys that aren’t really toys

Even though dogs are “Man’s best friend” they are not the brightest creatures. They can be attracted to things that can cause them harm. It’s important to start early letting your dog know what is a toy and what isn’t. Dogs love to chew on things like shoes, leather belts and furniture. These can be ingested, choking the dog. Teaching your dog early on what is a toy and what things are not is part of being a responsible dog owner.

These are some of the Safest Dog Toys

1)Balls & Fetch Toys
Air Kong Squeaker Donut Dog Toy Combine the durability and fun of a tennis ball, with the excitement of a squeaker for the ultimate fun dog toy. Non-abrasive tennis ball material is easy on your pet’s teeth. Durable Kong construction holds up to any abuse your dog can dish out.
Air Kong Squeaker Donut Dog Toys

2)Teething Toys

Clasic Kong Dog Toys Extra thick and strong for those power chewing dogs! This toy also cleans teeth and gums while your dog bites down. Made in the USA.
Sizes:
Small - 3" l x 1 1/2" wide at the widest part.
Medium - 3.5" length x 2" wide at the widest part.
Large - 4 1/4" l x 2 3/4" wide at the widest part.
X-Large - 5 1/2" l x 3 1/2" wide at the widest part.
King - 6" l x 3 1/2" wide at the widest part.
Classic Kong Dog Toys

3)Fabric and Plush Toys
Allure Bear Squares Dog Toy Bear Squares are under-stuffed to enhance playing, carrying and tossing. Super-tough Tuffut lining ensures it will stand up to your toughest chewers. One squeaker in the head and one in each paw make Bear Squares even more fun!
Allure Bear Squares Dog Toy - Brown - 15 in.

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