IRIS Puppy and Dog Training Pad Holder

IRIS Puppy and Dog Training Pad Holder


* Ideal accessory for Iris Neat ?N Dry Training Pads
* Made from polypropylene and ABS resin
* Provides more floor protection than pad alone
* Buckles securely to pad
* Also protects floor from spills from food dish


The Iris Floor Protection Tray is a great accessory item for the Iris Neat ‘N Dry Training Pads. The polypropylene and ABS resin tray provides extra floor protection, and holds a pad up to 17.5 by 23.5 inches. It buckles securely to the pad for no slip. Also an ideal accessory for your pet’s food dish to protect your floor from spills.
Product Description
Neat 'n Dry Floor Protection Tray will securely buckle up Dog Training Pad. Also ideal for food dish tray to protect floor from spills. Made from Polypropylene and A B S Resin

Very well-made product. Holds the pee-wee pads (I use the "Pish Pads" washable pee-wee pads) securely in place. My puppy no longer drags them all over the room. I highly recommend this product.

It only takes a little encouragement to
get a new puppy or older dog to use. I really do not see a problem. I own 3 different sizes
and have one 3lb Maltese and one 6lb Maltese and they have no problems!
I am thankful I found them. They are wonderful. Much better than lying newspapers down.
I love them and so do my Maltese who are trained to go outside and these were
so easy to get them to use for times when no one can get them out or may not be home in time.
Just a little of consistant fun training and they are ready to go as if they always had.
They are wonderful. And my dogs have very small legs short legs and no problem at all.
All pets have to be encouraged and praised. My little doggies love the attention to be taught
a new good habit for their emergencies. Breaking Sunrise

I purchased this tray some time back for my male Pomeranian who is trained to go on wee-wee pads. The tray kept my floor from getting soiled as I experimented with different brands of training pads (they are not created equally!).

I now have a new puppy and housebreaking her is going much faster because the tray gives her a designated, stable (because the pads don't slide around and she can't play with them and chew them up) area to go potty.

A couple of tips:
1. You may have to pick your dog up and put them on the tray the first few times... especially if they're used the the pad being on a flat surface. My male was a bit apprehensive about getting on the tray.

2. You may also have to run new puppies off the pad a few times. My puppy (who I got from a pet store) started off laying on the pad, like it was her bed. I think that's because she was used to having paper in her pen at the store.

We purchased this on a whim and it's been a lifesaver. We've got an old Scottie who while paper trained had a tendency to miss the plastic pad we put under the wee wee pads.

Figuring what the heck we ordered this and ever since no more missed pads. Our dog just plopped right on it and hit dead center with no urging from us. Nice! It's not perfect in that it can leak when the pad is slightly missed and fluid seeps under the pad. But we found that if you align the pad correctly that problem is greatly lessened.

A good buy in our case and we're very happy. Also clean up is easy it's all plastic and easily hosed off.

I tried the corner tucker one, and the 8 piece frame one and this one is the best and worth every penny. Holds pads in place, and the pet does not tend to soil where you need to touch it to change the pad, the 8 piece frame one is awful that way. I'm getting another, we just adopted a pad trained tiny one, so now one for upstairs and one for down.

Do you have a puppy you want to train to use the puppy pads? This protection tray is the best item you can have. I purchased one and after I used it for a few weeks I got another one for another room in the house. It discourages the puppy from dragging the pads all over the room or house. I love these and would tell everyone to have at least one for a new puppy! It deserves more than 5 stars!!!!!

TetraFin Flakes

TetraFin Flakes



* This special ProCare formula meets all nutritional requirements of cold-water fish and will stay firm when fish strike.
* ProCare is a health-enhancing blend containing Omega-3 fatty acids to give fish the healthy fat needed for energy and growth; immune boosting ingredients; and other great ingredients.
* Does not cloud the water
* A scientifically-developed blend that's easily digested

TetraFin® Goldfish Flakes feature a new formula that promotes longer life and better health for goldfish.

The fish like it. Buying in bulk reduces the price considerably from local pet stores. Product received in timely fashion.

My fish have been eating this food for over 2 months now. They keep eating it and haven't died. Yay, fish food!

The price is good, and the fish seem to like it

High recommend this

Worlds Freshest Spay Millet 5 Pound Box

Worlds Freshest Spay Millet 5 Pound Box

Our Spray Millet is all naturally sun ripened before it is harvested. Spray millet is an excellent source of vitimins and minerals as well as a perfect treat for most birds and all parrots. Spray millet is also great for weaning nestlings as well as adult

We have been selling the Worlds freshest spray millet for over 20 years. DO NOT BE FOOLED by imposter's selling low grade millet for almost the same price, your birds know the difference. Our millet is the finest organic grown spray millet in the world. Hand selected and produced with your bird in mind.

I would definitely recommend this product to anybody that buys Wal-Mart, KMart, or Petco millet in the bag...one spray of this millet is the size of a large bag you buy in the store! I will never buy the bagged millet again. Not to mention these guys have incredibly fast shipping!

This is the very best millet I have ever seen. Huge, fat, full, my birds went nuts!! Will buy again!!! Excellent quality!!!

Large, full millet sprays. Long stems for attaching to cage or for hanging outside for the birds. I bundled half-a-dozen sprays and hung them on homemade pine bows outside- the birds just love them and the natural decoration lasts all winter- just replenish the millet sprays as they get eaten. These are by far the best quality millet sprays I have ever purchased.
The sprays arrived in bulk in a large cardboard box. I use an X-large ziploc bag to store the sprays.
No need to look any further- these are indeed the Worlds Freshest Millet Sprays!!

I have been buying spray millet from this seller for over a year now, and have never been disappointed. I try not to run out because the millet sold by my local pet store doesn't compare. When I open a box of World's Freshest Spray Millet, I can "tell by the smell" that it was probably cut the same day it was shipped. My birds (5 tiels and 4 keets) go nuts over it, and they are the ones I want to make happy! For me, I believe I have found the best.

We have 10 babies and over the years we have been buying Millet from many distributors. This Millet is by far the freshest and most consistant that can buy.

Tubular Steel Bird Cage Stand – Black (Medium)

Tubular Steel Bird Cage Stand – Black (Medium)

Heavy-duty tubular steel stand holds cages up to 40 l x 24 w or 20 d. The quad pod leg design provides great support for the rest of the stand. Some assembly required. Metal Tubes, Plastic End Caps

Thank you, we received the birdcage in time for Christmas, it was easy to put together and looks nice and the bird is having fun hanging out.

Great stand I wanted a floor stand for my birdcage so that I didn't have to drill holes on the wall. This one is perfect. Very easy assembly and steady construction.

Bird stand good product. description of item was accurate. very satisfied with quality and shipment.

It was fantastic! I was very happy with the stand. I've been shopping around for one like it for a while and I found it!! Best of all shipping was FAST!! Thanks to everyone at Ozbo and Amazon for taking care of me and my little birdy!

We usually hang the canary cage from the ceiling. We recently relocated into temporary rental housing and did not want to put a hook into the ceiling. The stand did the trick. It was easy to assemble. I put it together without any tools and then had my husband tighten the parts when he got home from work. The product is a good value. The local pet stores wanted about twice as much for something comparable.

Original Deluxe Sherpa Carrier (Medium)

Original Deluxe Sherpa Carrier (Medium)


sherpa deluxe size medium navy with red trim pet carrier. please measure your pet for fit. to measure for length take tape measure from the nap of the neck or collar area and measure to the base of the tail not including the tail. for height measre from the floor to the shoulder. bag dimensions are 18"long x 10.5 High and 11" depth. mesh panels for ventilation, shoulder strap included, inside d ring to prevent escape and locking zipper to prevent theft. bag can be spot cleaned, removable liner machine washable.

A great way to travel with your puppy
I searched online for a puppy bag that had a opening at the top but had lots of mesh on all sides for open air flow. Also a opening in the front. The Sherpa bag met all of my requirements and it's cute! It's got a great pouch for leaches, puppy pads, etc in the back too. It's very convenient and I love it!

airline pet carrier
this is the perfect carrier to be used on airlines - fits comfortably under seat in front of you - and gives ample breathing room for cat or dog. our cat weighs 12 lbs. and fit it comfortably with room to spare.

Perfect airline accepted travel bag

Best Pet Folding Play Pen - Medium - Burgundy

Best Pet Folding Play Pen - Medium - Burgundy

Whether inside or outside the Best Pet Soft Sided Play Pen is the answer for a play pen for that is quick and easy to set up. It is excellent for travel because it sets up in seconds yet folds easily and stores in a carrying case that is just 24" by 19" by 2" thick. This water-resistant play pen works well inside or out and is especially useful for sick or expecting pets that need to be confined. Setup is easy, simply unfolds in seconds with out any tools. For outdoor use you can use the included ground stakes to secure the play pen to the ground. Because it completely encloses your pet another use for this playpen is for sunning reptiles. It has side pockets for convenient storage of small items. The play pen measures 43 inches in diameter by x 22 1/2 inches high. Available in burgundy and cream, blue and cream, pink & cream, teal and cream, blue plaid, pink plaid, leopard skin, zebra skin, and camouflage colors.

My little dog who was recently adopted from the animal shelter loves her new play yard. She is much too small to be outside on her own in our big backyard, so this will provide the security she needs while allowing in plenty of sunshine and fresh air. The picture is great, but you will not believe how roomy it is and also easy to set up. When I removed the play yard from the box and tote bag, it literally popped open and was ready for use. Sturdy. Good quality. I recommend this product for anyone who travels with a small dog or wants to bring your dog outside in nice weather without using a leash or chain.

This is better than I was expecting. I was a little skeptical when I ordered this that it wouldn't be what I wanted. But it seems to be very well constructed and will suit my purposes well.
I am using it as a playpen for foster kittens. When they are very little it will help to keep them from wandering off and getting under furniture, but with the top left open Mama cat can easily jump in and out when she wants a break.
This pen is relatively easy to clean - a must in animal rescue. I can even take it outside and scrub it and hose it off if necessary. Small spots are easy to clean with a washcloth.
I love how light it is and how easy it is to store. I have been using a segmented plastic playpen system, and while it does fold flat for storage, it is cumbersome to deal with. This pop-up unit can actually be set up in seconds. Just open it up....that's all the set up needed.
I work in animal rescue and many times want to take kittens to an off-site event and this is an easy solution to the problem of how to show them at events. This unit is self-contained, sets up easily, and is easy to clean. The kittens can be seen from all angles and with the top attached it prevents the kittens from climbing out, as well as prevents people from reaching in to pick them up. I don't think I would keep older kittens in this unit -- I would worry that they might tear the mesh. I may try it for short times but I would certainly never leave them unattended.
It is very easy to set up, but pay attention when you open it up to help when you need to fold it away. Because there are many panels, folding it to stow it can be challenging. You have to get the panels aligned just right, and even then it can be tricky to get it back into the handy storage/carrying pouch. Don't throw away the instructions. You will need them.

I ordered the burgandy play yard but received a blue/yellow plaid version. I actually like the color I got better than the one I ordered. The play yard is wonderful. Easy to move from room to room in the house and very sturdy. We took it on a road trip and it was perfect for setting up in the back of the van and in the hotel room. I highly recommend this product!

I received my product sooner than expected and my cat loves the tent it is enormous. I would absolutely buy from them again.

biOrb Aquarium Kit with Light Fixture

biOrb Aquarium Kit with Light Fixture

The Baby biOrb is a sophisticated aquarium that bestows the soothing sensation of swimming fish at home or at the office. It requires very little maintenance, and all supplies, including a halogen light and a comprehensive instruction guide, are provided. The unique, built-in 5-stage filtration system combines biological, chemical, and mechanical filtration to keep the water healthy and crystal-clear for months between simple filter changes. The filter cartridge conveniently lasts up to 8 weeks, so cleaning the BiOrb is quite easy. Since the filter is barely visible at the bottom of the globe, it causes no obstruction of the underwater view when the biOrb is filled. The durable, bowl-shaped Plexiglass allows a perfect 360-degree viewing angle, and the built-in halogen light provides full observation of the swimming fish any time of day. The compact size and silver trim allow it to blend into any desk, counter, table, shelf, or mantel. The Baby biOrb measures 13 x 13 x 13 inches and is covered by a manufacturer’s warranty.
Product Description
The baby biOrb™ combines the looks of a traditional fish bowl with the performance of a 'hi-tech' aquarium. The 4-gallon fish bowl incorporates a clever and easy to change filtration system that has been designed to provide maximum benefits and fish keeper. biOrb's stylish, globe-shaped design will prove an eye-catching feature in any location. Together with its low maintenance and strong, safe construction will appeal to all age groups in both private and business sectors.

Okay, the people that are writing bad reviews for this product obviously have not followed the directions for the BiOrb tank. This is an awesome product! Yes, there is a limit to the number of fish that you can keep in this environment, but the amount of time that one would usually spend cleaning a fishtank is greatly reduced by the ease of the filter cartridges in the BiOrb tanks. If you understand the process and how the filtration system works, and you have the appropriate number of fish in the tank, and you do not overfeed the fish, you will have great success with this tank. In addition, it is such a beautiful tank. I have three of these tanks, one in each size (Baby BiOrb, BiOrb-8 gallon, and a Mega BiOrb) with two at home, and one in my office at work, and people have always complimented me on the tanks and want to know where they can get one themselves. Also, I would just like to note that I keep tropical fish in my tanks, swordtails, neon tetras and platys, and I have NEVER used the heater in either of my tanks. The fish do just fine in water that is room temperature and I live in the very seasonal northeast. I would only recommend using a BiOrb heater if the room you are keeping the BiOrb tank in is cold (unheated or if you keep your thermostat very low)

I love it. Some things to keep in mind, it is NOT meant for goldfish. Period. Don't try it. They are messy, they get too big. I recommend getting a platy or two, I have two. Very fun, very colorful. Or try a beta. Or a few minnows. I couldn't find the filters so I bought a big filter sheet at the pet store and I cut it to fit, very easy to do. And cheap. The sheet was around $7 and you can get 15-20 filters out of it. I change it every month and dump all the water, wash out the bowl and replace with treated, room temp. water every other month. Again, easy to do, takes 15 minutes at the most. There are a lot of wires and a big pump and air tubes that they don't show in the picture. I put it on my counter in the corner and hid all that stuff behind it, the one part vibrates loudly against hard surfaces so I set it on top of a pot holder and shoved the tank back towards the wall and it hides all of it. It is completely quiet. I would highly recommend this tank. It is very unusual looking and people always comment on how cool it looks, especially with the light on. The bubble tube in the middle is very pretty, the accessories are fun and well made.

I've set up a baby biOrb at work. It is far more visually appealing than a regular tank with a big black hood. The filtration and three plants are doing a great job of keeping it clean. It is quiet and my coworkers love it. The ceramic media and included chemicals make it easy to create a safe environment for the fish to live in (cycling the tank). If you want plecos or African dwarf frogs, which want to be on the bottom and need a smoother surface, this isn't the tank for you. If you want an attractive tank with as little fuss as possible and you're willing to choose appropriate fish, this is a excellent choice. The company also has top-notch, no hassle customer service.

AquaClear 70 Aquarium Power Filter - 40 to 70 Gallon

AquaClear 70 Aquarium Power Filter - 40 to 70 Gallon

The Hagen AquaClear Power Filter is the best selling power filter available. Triple filtration offers superior biological, mechanical and chemical control capacities, all-in-one. Large surface foam and carbon inserts afford better filtration. The impeller provides a powerful water flow system that will remove organic toxins. A patented flow control feature, a basket to hold all filter media in one accessible place and a clear filter case for quick visual check of conditions; are all custom features that will make this filter simple to use. Included are: foam, carbon and BioMax media. Cut to fit precisely, the foam media will trap dirt and debris. The carbon used will efficiently remove organic compounds, dyes and medications. Biological colonies will be allowed to grow using BioMax, converting ammonia and nitrite to nitrate. There is a 2-year manufacturer's guarantee with this filter, making the AquaClear an excellent choice for your salt or fresh water aquarium. Aquaclear 20 (Mini): 100 gph for aquariums up to 20 gallonsCHAR(13) + CHAR(10) Aquaclear 30 (150): 150 gph for aquariums up to 30 gallons Aquaclear 50 (200): 200 gph for aquariums up to 50 gallons Aquaclear 70 (300): 300 gph for aquariums up to 70 gallons Aquaclear 110 (500): 500 gph for aquariums up to 110 gallons

Hi..if you are reading this and looking for a new or replacement filter, AquaClears are great. My 70 (300) is extremely quiet and my aquarium is crystal clear. Even though the filter comes with sponge, carbon and BioMax, you can set it up which ever way you want. The sponges can be washed in aquarium water to save a few dollars and maintain your biological filter. Cleans easily. The old number represented the gallons per hour. The new number represents the maximum size aquarium. Good luck.

So I recently did the hunt for a new power filter for my 55 aquarium. I saw alot of positive reviews for this filter so I bought one... Wow. This simple but POWERFUL filter does an exceptional job filtering my tank.

I also have a Peguin 200 power filter. Now this filter is what drove me to get a new one. You have to purchase insert filters and replace them regularly, which can be expensive and I think even wasteful. Also, the biowheel would often stop spinning after a few days.

So when I was looking for a new filter I wanted one with easy maintenance and would also allow you to rinse and reuse.

This aquaclear filter runs powerful, cleans the water using the three important steps, and allows me to customize my media inside it.

Looking at my tank now, I have both the new Aquaclear 70 running on one end, and my Penguin on the opposite. The water is like glass and the fish do indeed to be floating in nothing.

I have a overstock tank, lots of big and messy fish and lots of cories who snuffle along the bottom at all times. The water is pristine and there is no odor from the tank.

Really impressed with the filter.


I purchased 2 new ones for my 65 gallon tank, and their function has been flawless in over 1 year. They seem to pump a lot more water than any comparably sized or priced filters. They are easy to disassemble, maintain & clean. The easy to understand manual and parts diagrams are available on line at the [...] web site. I recently purchased a third unit at a garage sale which had been dumped in a storage box and unused for a long time. I tested it and it worked fine the first try..! All it needed was a replacement O ring for the motor. Parts are easily identified and available. Hagen Aquaclear will certainly be the power filters I will use for my next aquarium.

Aquarium Water Changer - 25 ft.

Aquarium Water Changer - 25 ft.

I did research for some weeks to find the right siphon. I've used a manual one for years, but it requires using buckets to get the water closer to the aquarium. Due to a recent back injury, I wasn't able to carry any type of weight, so I was going to buy the Python, however, after reading reviews here I settled for this one which is less expensive and looks to be the same. On the first try, the siphon did exactly what it said it would do, no buckets and no spills. It is amazing! Now, I plan on getting a bigger aquarium, because I know it will be easy to do water changes.

I was initially concerned with the water coming directly from faucet to the tank, and only after adding the water conditioner. I was scared to kill my fishes. But everything is fine, the conditioner took action. I only add a percentage of conditioner based on the water coming in; not for the whole tank. Clearly, local water varies from place to place, so you may want to double check with a local pet shop.

The only thing to keep in mind is that the Python comes with extension hoses, so if you plan on moving, and need more length, then to buy the brand accordingingly to your needs. Also, it is possible to use this siphon by yourself, it just requires running to the faucet and back to the tank a number of times as it vacuums or adds clean water. I've ended up asking someone to help me just to turn on water to get the vacuum going and to turn off water so there isn't so much wastage.

I was confused by some of the comments about water wastage. I.e. if I had to keep the water running as I vacuumed. But no, just initially it needs to run to get the siphon running and if to control the speed of the vacuum. That's why it is easier with a 2nd person opening and closing faucet.

Lastly, I did have one major problem with the siphon, the adaptors for the faucet did not fit. I had to buy an additional one to make it work with my kitchen faucet, but it worked fine.

This is a great product!!!


Hose - Thick and sturdy - not flimsy like a lot of other vacuum hoses. Won't crease on you during use which is important. I believe it will stand the test of time.

Vacuum Attachment - Think and wide enough to do the job. Won't break apart as you scrape it through the gravel to suck up the crap buried in it.

Faucet Attachment - Comes with several different attachments. Fit on my faucet easily with no leaks.

Use - Put the vacuum end into the water. Open the valve at the vacuum and open the valve at the faucet while running the faucet and the auto-siphon will begin. Make sure you turn off your aquarium filter so you don't burn it out and remove any plants/decorations in the water so you can do the job right. Might also be a good idea to clean out your sink of dishes, etc because all that crap will be coming back to your sink and going down your drain. Get down into the gravel and watch all the crap start lifting out from between the rocks. After you're done vacuuming simply lift the vacuum out of the water and let all the water suction out of the faucet end until the hose is empty. To fill the tank back up, simply close the faucet valve and the water will flow freely into the tank back through the vacuum end.

Easy enough and definitely worth the money. Good luck!

I just got this one, and already I really love it. It makes water changes so much simpler!

Pet Agree Ultrasonic Trainer

Pet Agree Ultrasonic Trainer

Pet-Agree uses ultrasonic technology to reduce training time from months to just weeks (and in some cases even minutes). At the click of a button, a silent humane, high frequency sound is emitted that emphasizes verbal commands.

I was somewhat apprehensive about buying an ultrasound device for dog training, because some of the other products were given lukewarm reviews. But at $20 for this handheld device, I thought I'd give it a try. Well, I am thrilled. This is not an overstatement. My husband and I have 2 dachshunds and a Yorkie puppy -- all are barking breeds. And bark they do. One starts, and it's pandemonium. We have been going crazy. Nothing stops them once they begin. This little device is the only thing that works. I pair a hand gesture with the Pet Agree. I put my hand out toward the dog as if I'm telling a car to stop, palm out. At the same time, I push down in two short bursts on the Pet Agree. Everything immediately goes silent. The dogs don't like the sound. My Yorkie dashes off to her little bed and sits quietly. My hope is that they will eventually stop barking with my hand motion alone, and I won't need to use the Pet Agree anymore. I recommend this product.

I was skeptical whether this product would work given the price and give than my dog is a beast. You don't even have to point this at the animal and it works. I have a very aggressive and hyper german shepherd and this brings her right to attention. I wish I would have purchased this a long time ago before purchasing a shock collar.

After opening the box, I realized that this is the same training aid my professional dog trainer uses.

I have a Welsh Corgi who doesn't bark a lot but when he gets going he won't listen to me when I tell him to "no bark" such as when he hears something like the coffee maker beep to say the coffee is ready. I got the Pet Agree Ultrasonic Trainer and along with the voice command of "no bark" it was like I hit a mute button. It doesn't scare him it just makes him stop barking and look up like he is thinking "where did that come from?" Sometimes he would go outside and if someone was walking down the street he would bark like crazy but after a couple of times with this device he now goes out and with just a reminder to not bark he is quiet while he is out, without using the device.

My sister's dog, also a Welsh Corgi, does bark a lot. When he is at my house one dog will bark and the other will join in and one touch of the Pet Agree Ultrasonic Trainer they both stop immediately without scaring them or shocking them.

I highly recommend it from my experience. Use it with a voice command and soon the voice command will work alone.

Petmate Le Bistro Portion-Control Automatic Pet Feeder

Petmate Le Bistro Portion-Control Automatic Pet Feeder

We purchased this feeder for our small cat. Just received yesterday. It will dispense in 1/4 cup increments up to 2 cups, 3 times per day. It is VERY easy to program, unlike the horror stories in the reviews for the previous LeBistro models. We ran it through several test feedings and it completed this morning's feeding without a problem. The bowl/chute combo covers the hopper entrance very effectively to prevent a clever cat from accessing the food. A paddle wheel inside rotates to dispense the food, but the paddles are sectioned and made of soft flexible material to prevent jamming. So far so good!

One of my two cats was recently diagnosed with a slew of food allergies. He was also referred to as obese during that vet visit. The result: He now requires expensive cat food at measured intervals and quantities during the day. The problem with that is that my wife and I work long hours and can't always be there when he needs to be fed, and if we leave out two servings, he demolishes them both instantly, which either leaves him hungry later on or requires that we feed him more than he needs which is hard on his weight and our pocketbook. This feeder has solved all of our problems. Even better, it appears Petmate took the negative reviews of their previous electronic feeder and fixed every common bug. This device is light, portable, VERY easy and intuitive to use, is not easily sabotaged by overly intelligent felines, delivers well measured (not perfect, but close enough) portions when it is needed. The bowl is removable for cleaning and it has an AC port. The only drawback is that the cord is a separately purchased item, but at least it's an option. I would recommend this to anyone, and for the price, it's pretty hard to beat.

I've had the Petmate LeBistro feeder for over a year now, so I suppose I'm qualified to post a review.

I purchased this feeder to replace the size small Ergo feeder I tossed in the trash (after two replacements and several times being broken down). If you're comparing this one with the Ergo, just take the Ergo off your list. This one is far more reliable for half the price.

I really love this thing. It works great, I've had no issues with it, the cats like it, and it affords me all kinds of freedom. No more worries about getting home to feed kitties or leaving for a couple of days...the feeder takes care of everything.

It's easy to program, the batteries last for a long time (no worries if the power goes out), and the parts don't get jammed up.

I see that several folks here have made modifications of all types. I have not. I have two kitties, one of whom is extremely food driven. While she will shove her paw up into the hopper, all it does is loosen food designated for her next meal. She isn't getting anything extra.

I have yet to see her "empty 1/5" of the feeder (which could only happen if, perhaps, the feeder were dispensing too much kibble due to incorrect measurement by her owner). The most I've ever been able to shake loose by jostling the feeder is a couple of kibbles.

Regarding the issue of too much food coming out, the food I feed my cats is far smaller than 1/2", but I just decreased the amount to be fed according to how much actually comes OUT of the feeder, not by how much the selecter says. You don't have to buy different food, just measure it with a measuring cup and decrease the amount selected.

I also paid attention to how much weight the cats seemed to be gaining/losing and adjusted accordingly. More active kitties need more food. For a while I fed 1/2C (more came out due to small kibble) in morning and evening (at total of 1 C). The cats started gaining too much weight, so I changed it to 1/4 C at morning, noon, and evening (total of 3/4 C). They dropped down to a healthy weight easily and seem quite happy.

I've found that spreading out meals to three times a day instead of two stops her from shoving her paws into the feeder at all, even though they are getting less kibble. don't feel like you should only feed them twice a day...the feeder gives you options!

IRIS Plastic Exercise / Containment Pet Pen for Dogs, White

IRIS Plastic Exercise / Containment Pet Pen for Dogs, White

This product is absolutely INCREDIBLE. I have a chihuahua who's almost 11 years old, and has occasional accidents. Since having the carpeting replaced, and not wanting to put her into a claustrophobic kennel (just seemed wrong), I went for this product. It's so roomy! and the design is feminine, sturdy, lightweight and open. The gate is so well made and very cute and useful.

For those of use who work and need to keep our pets in a controlled area when we can't watch for accidents, this pet pen is a livesaver, and my dog absolutely loves it. There's enough room for a small oil-filled heater, her large burrow bed and blankets, water bowl, bone-chewing/play area. Also, I sectioned off a small area for her potty pads, so she doesn't have to "hold it" when I'm gone for longer periods of time. The pen is so roomy, that there's plenty of distance between the potty pads, her bed, and water dish. You can also customizing the shape of the pen. It's the greatest!

In terms of waterproofing, I lined the bottom with a shower curtain from the dollar store and topped with a queen-sized quilt. It's soft and comfy and accident-proof! Even my cat sneaks in there to catch a few winks.

This is so much better than a kennel or keeping your pet in the bathroom while you're away.

We call this our pet apartment. We have two miniature dachshunds who stay inside our home all day while we are away at work. They love their apartment. It is big enough inside for them to have their bed, food, water, potty pads, and play area. One of the great things about this particular one is that you can reshape it so that it can take on just about any shape...even go around corners like we have it doing now in our home. We even went out of town and packed it down so that we could take it with us. (It is so easy to take apart and put up!)

I bought this pen for my new boston terrier puppy. It is very portable and sturdy. we take it apart, which takes about 5 seconds, and take it outside for her to play in and it sets back up just as quick and easy. it keeps her out of trouble and safe from choking and other hazards (and my furniture) when we are away and cant keep our eyes on her. i just keep plenty of safe puppy toys in there to keep her entertained. I can make it as small as 4 panels or use all of them. it has also been great for housebreaking. I kept the entire floor inside the pen covered with puppy papers for several days and gradually reduced them to only one pad. now when I let her out she goes straight to a pad and she is only 11 weeks old. I have raised puppies before but this pen has made a world of difference with this puppy.

I am actually very surprised that this item has worked so well. The door latches seem flimsy and I thought the dog (especially since she is a lab mix) would eat through the thin plastic rails. Amazingly, even though she tries to eat walls and loves plastic, this did not happen. Perhaps this is because the spacing is just not big enough for dogs to bite the rails. She has always stayed inside the pen. One time, she got overexcited and knocked it over, but scared herself so badly in the process (it made a lot of noise) that she has never tried it again.

The pen is light, so is perfect for indoor apartment use as it is easily moveable, conforms to tight spaces (as it is made up of interlocking panels) and does not scratch the wood floor. If your dog does manage to knock it over, it would be relatively easy to buy metal clamps at Lowes and bolt the structure to the floor. It would be impossible for most dogs, even large ones, to jump out of it. It seems fine for outdoor use as well, though I haven't had the opportunity to try it. Best of all, it is extremely easy to disassemble and put back together. It has lasted more than a year without a scratch so far, even though it gets a lot of daily alone time with the dog; even the latches are still good... so it has already earned its keep.

Fish Mox (Amoxicillin 250 mg) - 100 Caps

Fish Mox (Amoxicillin 250 mg) - 100 Caps

I was horrified recently to see that my adult siamese cat had a huge infection on her head. She is in indoor outdoor cat. Her head was almost twice the size, and pus was oozing from a small wound on the left side of her forehead. I'm not sure how it happened, but it was pretty bad and it smelled, too.

I had purchased Fish Mox 250 mg long ago but I had never used it. I immediately gave my cat about 100 mg by sprinkling it on some wet catfood in the morning and another 100 mg with some wet catfood in the evening. Thank goodness she still had an appetite. I also applied some neosporin directly on the wound. Within 48 hours, I could see my cat was improving. After 5 days she seemed to be healed, but I kept her on the Fish Mox for 2 more days.

Thank God for Fish Mox! It was a lifesaver for my cat!

Fish Mox works very well for cats with upper resperatory infections.Fish Mox is Amoxicillin it comes in different mg.I use 250 mg capsule.I open the capsule and mix it in there moist food.I give them 1 to 2 pills per day depending on there size for about a week. I have alot of farm cats to care for. Fish Mox is reasonable price and does not need a vet prescription.I only give it to my farm cats because i can not afford to take all them to the vet.My indoor cat goes to the vet if there is any problems.I would recommend FishMox it has helped my cats but please remember your cat may need to see a vet.I give the Fishmox because i have so many farm cats.It is still good to take your pets to the vet if you can .

This truly is Amoxicillin without a prescription. I went through a period without any health insurance and had heard of the "fish mox" thing before but was always nervous about it.

The pills I received were clearly marked 'WEST WARD 938', if you google that you'll find its been cleared for human consumption. This is the same stuff you'd get filled by your local clinic anyway.

Although I can't recommend self medication, I can say that the pills are safe for human consumption. Keep in mind taking antibiotics without a genuine need to is always bad news. The only reason I 'self medicated' was because my entire house came down with strep throat and we all had the exact same symptoms.

100% amoxicillin!!! I gave it to my dog to clear up her UTI/Bladder Infection. She had the same infection in the past and was treated with clavamox and prescription dog food. I gave her the amoxicillin and prescription dog food and she's feeling 100% better. Much cheaper than buying the amoxicillin from a vet and paying for an office visit. If I didn't know what was wrong with her, I definitely would have taken her to the vet, however with her breed, she gets them often and I now know how to treat it. Clavamox is 90% amoxicillin, and 10% of another medication, however I caught the infection in it's early stage because I know what to look for and the amoxicillin worked just fine. Thanks for all the reviews that informed me that this medication can be given to pets and humans. I personally can't take it because I'm allergic to it, but it's nice to have antibiotics on standby for my animals.

A friend explained to me that amoxicillin is AMOXICILLIN. Doesn't matter if your doctor gives you a scrip for it or if you buy the fishy brand and use that to assist your body when you're feeling sick.

Of course, what my friend didn't mention was that you take enough Fish Mox and you'll grow gills and breathe underwater! The last time I went swimming in the pond I spent the entire time at the bottom. You'd never believe all the cool stuff you can find down there if you just have the time and gills.

Oh well, so again if you want cheap and easy health...this is the product for you. If you're interested in helping push human society closer to the next evolution of "Flippered Men", then this is the product for you.

This is an excellent product the quality is 5(five)Star and so is the price. You can't go wrong with this one !!!

Highland 20045 Black Universal Pet Barrier

Highland 20045 Black Universal Pet Barrier

I installed this in my Mazda3 5 door wagon the day it arrived (which was very fast I might add). It fit perfectly. The height of the barrier was just low enough to fit in my wagon, so it didn't require a lot of adjusting that way. The bars slide out on the sides to fit the width of the wagon nicely. I've had my three Boston Terriers back there numerous times now. No escaping possible! I had looked through different pet stores for a barrier like this, but they were 3 times the price! This is a great deal.

I installed this in a Ford Explorer and I am very pleased.I had an old style wire barrier that was heavy and cumbersome to use.
This is lightweight and sturdy.My shepard mix dog weighs in around 100 lbs. and does not like being caged and he cannot knock it down.
Saves all the work cleaning dog hair off the seats.Well worth the price around 30.00.

I bought this barrier even after reading the negative reviews about it not working well out of the box. Sure enough my akita got through it in about 3 mins. The main issue is with the vertical cross bars not staying in place.

My solution was cheap and easy and does not require you to be a "handyman" as other reviews have stated. I found #8 hose clamps (found in plumbing section of hardware store) makes this barrier rock solid and neither my akita or pit can get through it. $2 fix and only thing required is screwdriver. Hope this helps any of you thinking about this product.

It also provides great visibility while driving and can't beat the price!


Highland 20045 Black Universal Pet Barrier (Automotive)
We adopted an energetic 2 yr. old lab. We travel frequently by car and we tried 'Dog Whisperer' techniques to keep our guy in the back, but it was not working. The Highland Pet Barrier is perfect. It fits easily into our Honda CRV or our larger suv's, Grand Cherokee. It's legs screw in or out to adjust the height. The horizontal arms slide out trombone like and then can be locked to fit the car's width. We attached bungee cords around the back seat head rests to allow us to 'angle' the barrier, placing the legs snug against the seat base, giving our pooch the entire back cargo area. It works wonderfully. No more dog trying to drive. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS. And the price was terrific! I saw some at 3 times the price. Shpg. was very prompt. If you're considering it go for it.

Drinkwell Original Pet Fountain

Drinkwell Original Pet Fountain

Every cat owner knows their pet(s) must drink plenty of water for good health. Fresh water is as necessary to your cat's well being as good, nutritious cat food. My two certainly drink lots of water - especially in hot weather. However, stagnate water in bowls loses its freshness fast. It also accumulates cat hairs, dust and debris - not very appetizing. Drinkwell Pet Fountain for Cats encourages pets to drink all the water they need because there's always a supply of clean flowing water. Re-circulating water, with greater exposure to oxygen, provides fresh-tasting, cool, filtered water with lots of health benefits. Encouraging cats to drink more water helps ensure proper kidney function and may decrease the incidence of urinary disease.

The charcoal filter, which is a feature I really like, absorbs bad tastes and odors. The fountain has a six cup capacity, and you can purchase an additional six cup capacity with use of a refill accessory. The additional water supply is wonderful, especially if you go away for the weekend frequently.

The weather has been really warm, recently, in my neck of the woods. I bought my Drinkwell Fountain at the end of April and my cats, Dapple and Max, love it. I still change the water every two days or so, wash the water dish, and I check the water level daily - but that's me. Also, be sure to remove any pet hair that has accumulated near the intake propeller every few days. When the water level is kept above the intake valve, there is no noise except the soothing sound of flowing water.

The cats are also fascinated by the running water, and just hanging out by the water fountain encourages them to drink more. Who knows what they gossip about.

My cat Toby would only drink from a slow running faucet in the bath tub and it was a problem if we wanted to leave him for a couple of days. I got this fountain over 5 years ago and it is still in great running condition. You should do general cleaning about once a week and do a complete cleaning about twice a year. Remove any pet hair that has accumlated near the intake propeller every couple of days with just a swipe of your finger. As long as the water level is kept above the intake valve it is VERY QUIET and soothing. If you don't mind keeping a water dish clean and don't mind doing a little routine maintenance from time to time then this is the water bowl for you. I HIGHLY recommend the water reservoir as the water will last about a week. This is the best price around for this item.

One of my cats loves drinking from the faucet. However, she's older and has been ill, so she can't jump up anymore. Also, she has hyperthyroid and wants to drink a lot even though her blood work and thyroid levels are good. She LOVES this fountain and so does the family. She loves the waterfall flow of the water and it is always so clean. I add a few small pieces of ice, which she loves. Anytime I fill it, she comes right over and drinks.

My other cat didn't use it at first because the older cat "rules" everyone, including the 2 dogs! But eventually, he used it and loves it too.

Some reviewers mentioned the motor noise. The fountain does make an annoying noise when it is not filled with enough water. I have to add water several times a day, so I just bought the reservoir.

The price is fantastic!!! I'd also recommend getting the reservoir and the cleaning brushes. We only need to clean it about every 2 weeks and it's easy. A GREAT PRODUCT!

Best Advantage™ Once-A-Month Topical Flea Treatment for Cats

Advantage™ Once-A-Month Topical Flea Treatment for Cats

My cats have fleas! Or, at least, they had fleas. I have used over-the-counter, less expensive items (flea powders, flea collars, etc.) up to and including other topical products like this one, and nothing worked. The flea collars were less than worthless - they actually caused patches of fur to fall out on at least one cat. The powder was unwieldy, and the other topical applications (save one) did not work at all.

I must give credit where credit is due - I have used Frontline before for my cats, and have been very satisfied with the results from that one. However, I decided to try Advantage this time, as I'd heard good things about it, and it was on sale at a discount when I needed it. I couldn't be more pleased. Unlike most other topical applications where the flea substance is put on the shoulder blades of the cats and stinks (STINKS!), this has no easily discernable smell.

This is a good thing. Also, the cats seemed to settle down from their scratching and biting at fleas within just a few minutes. Last night was the first night in weeks that the cats have all rested peacefully. There were no signs of flea-dirt left in their usual sleeping spaces last night. I am very pleased indeed.

My cats are also happy. While I still have an appreciation for Frontline, I am happy to have Advantage as a viable alternative.

The cats give this a sixteen-paw salute! (Four cats, four paws each, you know...)

Ordered Advantage for Cats over 9 pounds in the 6 pack size. Amazon had the best price I could find. Bayer makes this product which is very effective for immediately kills adult fleas (as opposed to othe products that only kill the eggs). However, it appears that Bayer has, and continues, to spend a lot of time and resources to make sure that no one any where sells this product below a certain price they want which I've documented going up every month and is rapidly approaching $10 a month per treatment (per cat). I have 5 rescued cats so the price adds up to $50 per month to treat them for fleas. Every source I could find that sold this product at bargin prices has been forced to cease selling it. This use to be called price fixing. Nevertheless, the product works very well. As soon as I can find another product that will kill adult fleas for less money than the outrageous price of Bayer's Advantage, I will switch. My order arrived very fast and was well packaged. I will use this merchant again. The 5 star rating is for the retail merchant.

Marineland Eclipse Acrylic Aquarium System

Some people seem to think that this is the worst tank they've ever used and all the good reviews are merely a product of overhyped propaganda. They're welcome to think that, but don't let that deter you from the Eclipse (and Aqua-Tech) aquarium systems.

Marineland® Eclipse Acrylic Aquarium System

I've been keeping freshwater fish since I was old enough to say "fish." I've used every tank setup with every filtration method. Until seven years ago, I always used the "beloved" standard glass tanks (20+ gallons) with the usual filters that sit on the side or back of the aquarium. When I tried out this aquarium system, I abandoned all other systems and now any new tank I add will be compared to this. So, why do I like this tank system if it's not just overhyped propaganda?

1. It's QUIET. Power Whisper (and similar type) filters are noisy. They make loud humming sounds and if you're unfortunate enough to have a pump that sits out of the water, will vibrate it's way off anything it's sitting on or just vibrate incessantly against anything it comes into contact with. The Eclipse filter and pump is so quiet that the only time I notice it's on is when I look at it. There is no splashing noise.

2. Speaking of splashing, unlike the standard power filters, this system does not splash water. Every Whisper-style filter I've had has splashed water out the back or side, no matter what I did. Even if it was only a tiny amount, you can imagine what happened after several months of sitting on top of a bookshelf. The Eclipse system is enclosed. There is no water splashing out. Escape artist fish can't escape. Shrimp can't jump out. Fiddler crabs can't climb up tubing and out of the tank. You can set it pretty much anywhere and not worry about getting things wet.

3. It keeps the water clear. In standard systems, I had constant problems with cloudy water. I was always changing the water, adding clearing chemicals, everything I could. Nothing worked for very long. It drove me insane. The ONLY time my water got cloudy in this tank was when the temperature reached 90 degrees in the house (AC was out) and the goldfish started stressing. As soon as they had cooled back down, the water cleared and has been clear ever since.

4. Easy to set up and use. You plug it in and go. No hooking up pumps and filters, no worrying about tubing. I don't know why the other reviewer said you can only feed the fish from the top panel; I've always been able to easily change the filter through there. Just takes a few seconds.

5. Easy to maintain. All I need is some aquarium salt, bowl buddies, and nitraban and my tank will run for months before I need a full water change. In fact, with regular filter changes (once a month), I only need a 25% water change once a month. And when I do a full water change, the parts come out easily, go back easily, and it's light enough to carry outside or to the bathtub to drain and wash down.

6. The lighting is bright and illuminates the entire tank clearly. The only downside is the lights tend to heat the tank a bit, but it has no impact on tropical fish. It's only a problem to coldwater fish (like goldfish) when the room temperature reaches 85 or above, but then the room temperature is already the problem.

Only cons I have are the motor assembly and getting parts. It would be nice if it wasn't sealed together, in case I needed to fix a part and is a pain to clean ONLY IF I'M NOT DOING REGULAR TANK MAINTENANCE. Getting replacement parts is kind of a pain since it's an all-or-nothing thing, but so far, I haven't had one of these break on me (and I have several for the past 7 years).

Yes, the hood and lid can be annoying to deal with, but no more or less annoying than any other standard tank hood I've worked with.

Yes, the lights are integrated and the tank goes "dark" when it's removed, but that's why I usually turn the lights on in the dining room when I clean the tank. A magnetic cleaner doesn't even require the hood to be completely removed and I've found it to be the best option for quick algae cleaning.

Yes, the water isn't going "through" the filter, but the filter is actually working. If it didn't, all that gunk that builds up wouldn't be on the filter and would just go back into the water.

Yes, the biowheel sometimes stops. However, I've discovered it only stops when I turn the power off or I've neglected to change the filter for months (which happened only once because I was out of town). If you properly maintain your tank, as you should every tank, then the wheel won't stop.

I absolutely recommend this tank to beginners and anyone who wants an easy tank to maintain. It's simple to set up, easy to maintain, easy to clean, quiet, and can be placed just about anywhere.

Standard systems may be cheaper if you build it yourself, but I'd rather pay a few extra bucks to pick up a box that has everything I need in it. Aquarium snobs might say I'm not a true "enthusiast," but unlike them, I'd rather spend my time enjoying the fish than maintaining my tank.

Feliway 48 Milliliter Plug In Refills

It's amazing for me. I Wish I'd Bought Feliway A Long Time Ago
I tried this product after reading an article in the Wall Street Journal and I am amazed. I have a former stray who was so neurotic she tore her fur out in chunks. The product description doesn’t mention this sympton but I was desperate to try anything. Not a week had passed when I started to see the improvement. In 2 weeks her fur started filling back in. I had her as a pet for over a year and couldn’t even pet her. Now, she has turned into an affectionate housecat. It’s hard to believe it is the same animal. I strongly suggest trying this product for ANY disfuntion and see if it helps. I wish they had a plug-in product for humans!!!
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To the Feliway product description information above, I would also add, "Aids in calming cats...who manage stressful chronic health conditions."

My 4yr. old neutered male cat manages several chronic health conditions, which at times create seemingly unrelated behavioral issues, when flare ups occur that jangle his nerves. When his IBD is not well controlled, my otherwise angelic cat becomes stressed out & does deadly things - chewing through power cords, consuming inedible objects, eating plants untouched for years, climbing to & jumping/falling from extremely high places aggravating his arthritis, & more. When he's not feeling well, acting-out is his way of externalizing his bad nerves & telling me, "I don't feel well, help me".

So I bought a Feliway Diffuser for him for his birthday a few weeks ago, & the change in my cat's behavior was noticeable within the first few hours after plugging it in. Initially, I noticed a personality change - sort of a mellowing effect, reflecting a more leveled out & increased general sense of well-being. I see less lethargy, & more interest in social interaction, his environment, & play. It's a subtle overall field effect, but his happiness & joy somehow seem happier. I've noticed I've had an easier time with giving him his regular medications & brushing his teeth. It's a synthetic feline facial pheromone, but I call it "the airborne feline prozac"... And without putting more chemicals into his system that don't belong in the body, & their problematic side effects. My cat seems to appreciate the general change in the overall atmosphere of his home, & occasionally, he even sleeps underneath the diffuser.

The benefits my cat experiences also pass on to me - because if he is less stressed & upset, & doing fewer life threatening things in reaction to his nerves - then I'm less stressed out as well. I'd rather buy him Feliway, than spend money on veterinary visits & additional medication to deal with new problems he creates when he's stressed. And there have been a lot of them.

Feliway contains an odorless oil by human standards, & it does not upset my cat's severe asthma or allergies, nor my own more moderate conditions. In fact, I am wondering that if he's less stressed out psychologically - & in turn physiologically - if there might even be less asthma & less digestive upset due to a reduction in the cycle of internalized stress. And if it improves his overall quality of life, I'd much rather buy him peace instead of more doctors...

I live in a small 1 person unit, & 1 diffuser does seem to cover the entire place. I unplug ours when the window is open, & plug it back in when it's closed, while I sleep or am away, & any time I think he might benefit from it. The plastic bottle can be unscrewed from the plug-in unit & recapped to preserve it until your next use. This may help to extend the 6 week life span recommended in the packaging information, we'll find out. I would also add that the diffuser gets warm, but not hot to the touch, & certaintly not hot enough to burn a hand or singe a whisker or fur. I have handled the diffuser many times during use, & I have no fear of allowing my cat to be directly near it.

The only negative aspect of this product so far as I can determine is how much you'll want to kick yourself for waiting to buy it for long as you did... As a pet store employee recently told me, "It is one of the few behavior mod products for cats on the market that actually does work." While there is no substitute for building & maintaining a solid, trusting relationship with your pet - or for seeking competent veterinary care - Feliway does seem like it could be a great adjunct to it.

Feliway gets 2 Thumbs & Paws Up from kitty & me. =^..^=

Bird

Bird with small bill, black back and head, white forehead and belly and red breast facing right on branch
Scarlet Robin, Petroica boodang
Scientific classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Subkingdom: Eumetazoa
(unranked) Bilateria
Superphylum: Deuterostomia
Phylum: Chordata
Subphylum: Vertebrata
Infraphylum: Gnathostomata
Superclass: Tetrapoda
(unranked) Amniota
(unranked) Diapsida
(unranked) Archosauria
Class: Aves
Linnaeus, 1758[1]
Subclasses & orders

* About two dozen modern orders and several extinct orders and subclasses

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Birds (class Aves) are winged, bipedal, endothermic (warm-blooded), egg-laying, vertebrate animals. There are around 10,000 living species, making them the most numerous tetrapod vertebrates. They inhabit ecosystems across the globe, from the Arctic to the Antarctic. Extant birds range in size from the 5 cm (2 in) Bee Hummingbird to the 3 m (10 ft) Ostrich. The fossil record indicates that birds evolved from theropod dinosaurs during the Jurassic period, around 150–200 Ma (million years ago), and the earliest known bird is the Late Jurassic Archaeopteryx, c 150–145 Ma. Most paleontologists regard birds as the only clade of dinosaurs to have survived the Cretaceous–Tertiary extinction event approximately 65.5 Ma.

Modern birds are characterised by feathers, a beak with no teeth, the laying of hard-shelled eggs, a high metabolic rate, a four-chambered heart, and a lightweight but strong skeleton. All birds have forelimbs modified as wings and most can fly, with some exceptions including ratites, penguins, and a number of diverse endemic island species. Birds also have unique digestive and respiratory systems that are highly adapted for flight. Some birds, especially corvids and parrots, are among the most intelligent animal species; a number of bird species have been observed manufacturing and using tools, and many social species exhibit cultural transmission of knowledge across generations.

Many species undertake long distance annual migrations, and many more perform shorter irregular movements. Birds are social; they communicate using visual signals and through calls and songs, and participate in social behaviours including cooperative breeding and hunting, flocking, and mobbing of predators. The vast majority of bird species are socially monogamous, usually for one breeding season at a time, sometimes for years, but rarely for life. Other species have breeding systems that are polygynous ("many females") or, rarely, polyandrous ("many males"). Eggs are usually laid in a nest and incubated by the parents. Most birds have an extended period of parental care after hatching.

Many species are of economic importance, mostly as sources of food acquired through hunting or farming. Some species, particularly songbirds and parrots, are popular as pets. Other uses include the harvesting of guano (droppings) for use as a fertiliser. Birds figure prominently in all aspects of human culture from religion to poetry to popular music. About 120–130 species have become extinct as a result of human activity since the 17th century, and hundreds more before then. Currently about 1,200 species of birds are threatened with extinction by human activities, though efforts are underway to protect them.

Iguana Know List

If you own an pet iguana or plan on purchasing one, you must first become knowledgeable on iguanas. Knowing the facts is only half the battle to raising a nice, respectable pet, you must also be able to implement them. So read the below facts on iguanas and see if you are up to the task in raising this great reptile. If you find out that an iguana might be too much for you, then simply do not get one! Further, if you already have this great pet, educate yourself a little bit. You must read below.

Iguana fact #1: These reptiles belong to the group Iguanidae, which comes from the group lizards. Further, this is where the name iguana comes from, if it was already not obvious enough. Though these reptile's limbs are short, they have enormous power in them and attached are their sharp claws. These claws are used for mainly climbing, but watch out as you could potentially get one of these claws dug into you.

Iguana fact #2: The reptile's tail is its defensive weapon. An iguana's tail is extremely powerful for its size and it will whip it around at high speeds if it feels threaten. The tails are also useful to the iguana when they swim, which iguana's love to do.

Iguana fact #3: Iguana males are much larger than their opposite sex.

Iguana fact #4: These reptiles are strictly herbivores, meaning that they shall never eat any meat. Iguanas love most green vegetables and fruits. Never feed your pet iguana any dog or cat food, a common mistake.

Iguana fact #5: These reptiles love to hide, therefore your cage should have hiding places for your pet.

Get use to the above facts and you will understand iguanas a little more. Remember if you plan on getting this reptile, you must learn about this amazing pet first. Good luck in raising your reptile!

What Do Iguanas Eat? You Need to Know

In order for your pet iguana to survive and thrive in its new life, you as the owner must provide your pet with the right nutrients. So how do you know what is safe and what is not safe for your pet iguana? Well first off use this article as a reference, but also do some research. Providing your iguana with the best food is crucial and a must. Read the below foods on what do iguanas eat.

Iguanas will eat most any fruit or vegetable you give them. This does not mean though that this is necessarily good for them. A good diet for your pet iguana will consist of a variety of foods and nutrition.
Iguanas will eat and love squash of any kind and your pet will also enjoy all greens including: collard, mustard, beet and dandelions.

Now just as important as what to give your pet iguana, it is equally important as to know what to not feed your precious pet.

Note try to avoid regular feeding of broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, mushrooms, cucumbers, zucchini and bell peppers. You should use these food types only as a treat, not part of the diet.

Now for the foods you should NEVER feed your pet iguanas:

1. Dog or cat food
2. Dairy products
3. Wild flowers

Treat your iguana as your baby. Also note that you must keep your iguana's food clean. In other words if you have left out your iguana's food for too long it must be replaced! Follow these tips and watch your iguana grow up to be healthy!

7 Lizard Care Tips

One of the best attributes in having a pet lizard at home is the diversity of this animal. Caring for lizards as pets can be one of the most unique experiences a pet lover would have. These reptiles are very distinctive animals with specific needs and functions.

Knowing all these peculiarities, you can help to provide your pet lizard with good health and well being. Lizard care can be a daunting experience but it is fulfilling. Here are 7 tips on how to provide the best care for your pet lizards at home:

Tip#1: If you want to have pet lizard at home, then start by getting a lizard which is very easy care for. The Australian bearded dragon is one of the best lizards to deal with. Blue-tongue skinks can grow up to 13 inches in size. This type of reptile can resist stress as long as they are properly handled. These lizards are tame and they eat various types of food which include vegetables, fruits, insects and small mice.

Tip#2: If you don't have much experience you may be best avoiding the lizard species which are quite difficult and challenging to keep. Species to avoid include Nile monitors, iguanas, chameleons and small species which have around 3-8 inches in length.

Tip#3: Before you acquire a pet lizard, try to know more about the species which might suit what you need. In this way, you can assess how easy or challenging it would be to have that kind of lizard at home.

Tip#4: Keep in mind that snakes and lizards are quite related animal groups but owning a lizard at home and the care it needs is totally different. Lizards would prefer to eat every day unlike with snakes which require food once a week or a month. Always keep the terrarium where you keep your lizards free of rotting and dirty food items. The germs and bacteria might contaminate the environment and the lizards could get sick.

Tip#5: Never hold or grab your pet lizard by its tail. Though their tail will not break off, it could be a very awkward position when you try to interact with your lizard. Proper holding of your lizard should be done by putting one hand under the belly area to support the entire weight of the lizard.

Tip#6: A lot of people are not comfortable around reptiles, thus avoid using lizards to pull a prank on someone. You should introduce your lizard to people gently and educate them on how wonderful these reptiles are.

Tip#7: Avoid releasing your reptile into the wild. Keep in mind that most of these pets are not accustomed to its natural habitat. If you release your lizard into the wild, you must know that it might not survive. For example diurnal lizards need ultraviolet light so they can maintain a temperature of 78 degrees F.

Tips to Help Build Your Own Rabbit Hutch and Make Sure Your Rabbits Are Safe From Predators

Protecting your rabbits from predators is one of the most important reasons for building a rabbit hutch. Even if your pet lives indoors, your rabbit can be stalked or injured by pet cats and dogs. Mice in the house may stress your pet.

Outdoors, rabbits face many more possible predators. Hawks, eagles, foxes, coyotes, raccoons, opossums, weasels and skunks may like a tasty rabbit dinner. Cats and dogs are also at risk for attacking your pet. They can't help it; it is their nature to hunt and rabbits are prey animals at the bottom of the food chain. It falls to the owners of the animals to keep them safe; or in the case of the dogs and cats, to keep them contained and away from rabbits and other animals they may hunt.

You can do a lot to protect your pet by building a secure rabbit hutch. Putting the hutch on legs helps get them off the ground where they are more tempting to smaller predators. You can even wrap the legs with chicken wire or hardware cloth to keep animals from going beneath the hutch. You can easily open one side when it is time to clean up the droppings unless you use a tray.

Make sure your hutch is built securely. Use strong wood screws when building it, not brads or small nails. Wood screws bite into the wood and don't work loose as easily as nails and brads. Use high quality wood and wire. Thick plywood and 2 x 4s will create a much stronger hutch than thin plywood and 1 x 1s. While the second choice is much lighter, it is easier for larger predators to break into the hutch. Wire should be heavy duty 14 gauge welded wire mesh, not hardware cloth or chicken wire. Heavy duty wire will be sturdy enough to withstand all but the most determined large predators. Secure your wire to the cage with heavy duty staples that go into the wood at least half an inch. You can further secure the wire by adding a layer of wooden trim on top of the wire so it is framed in place.

All openings to the hutch should be latched securely. If the roof lifts off, fasten it with hinges and a latch. The door should also be attached with hinges and a secure latch. If the entire front is wire, including the door, attach the door using J clips or hog rings instead of hinges. The cage clasp may need to be reinforced with a loop of chain and a lock to keep predators from springing the clasp.

Put the hutch in a place where you can easily see the rabbits or near the house where the presence of people may help deter other animals. At the same time, you need to think about how much sun your chosen spot receives so your rabbit does not get overheated.

You'll rest easy, knowing your pet is safe from the neighborhood predators. It is best to take these precautions even if you live in town. Many smaller predators, like raccoons, opossums, and skunks have moved into residential areas.

How to Care For Your Lovely Pet Rabbit

Caring for rabbits is not entirely a bed of roses. On one hand, you would love how cute and cuddly they are, and how they adorable they look as they run around their hutch. Simply watching them would be a relaxing activity for you and you would enjoy it more whenever you would have the time to let them out and play with them.

However, it is also important to remember that rabbit care entails responsibilities. They require time and attention from you. Of course, you would be relieved to find out that they are not as difficult to tend to like other kinds of pets. To know more about general care for rabbits, read on to the following information below.

Housing

First, you have to find a cozy home for your pet. Common options include a rabbit cage, a hutch, an outdoor rabbit hutch, and a hutch and run. Buying a home for your pet rabbit is more than purchasing the first thing you see on the market.

For one, you have to ensure that you get the right size. The rule of the thumb is for you to get a hutch size that is four times the size of your rabbit. The height of the housing should also be higher than the length of your bunny. Large hutches work best because these types of housing give opportunity for rabbits to run around and get the exercise important for their health.

Aside from the size, you should also consider the material used. Stay away from materials that can pose danger to your little pet like wire and mesh. Opt for coated wire or wooden hutches instead. Moreover, place your rabbit's hutch in a safe place inside your home. If you live near a forest area, a good idea would be to purchase a Fox Proof rabbit hutch that can protect your pet efficiently.

Food

One option is to feed your rabbit with nutritious rabbit pellets. Just see to it that pellets are still fresh when you feed them to your rabbit because pellets with molds can upset your bunny's stomach. Other options would be hay, grass, and crunchy vegetables like carrots. It is important for rabbits to have something to chew on constantly, other than have something to eat. This is because bunnies love to gnaw and chew on things to prevent their teeth from overgrowing and inflicting pain in them.

Water

Provide fresh water to your rabbit daily. Unlike humans, rabbits are not able to derive water from their food so you need to keep them hydrated with a constant supply of water. Double the supply during warmer weather. Place water in water dish if your rabbit is not trained to use water bottles. Clean the water equipment regularly.

Play

Rabbits love to run around. If what you have bought for your pet is just a small hutch, you need to get your bunny out daily for exercise and active play. Better yet, purchase a large rabbit run so your pet would not be bored inside its hutch.

Caring for rabbits is not that simple but because they are very lovely creatures, you know that all your efforts and hard work are worth it.

Different Types of Bird Food

If you want to encourage birds into your garden then put out a variety of food for them. Birds will soon learn about their new source of food and you will start to see them visit your garden. It is also important to feed the birds in gardens as their natural sources of food are disappearing as hedgerows are being cut down and vast swathes of open land are being built on.

You can buy a variety of seed mixes formulated with particular species in mind such as robin or finch food. Smaller birds prefer straight foods such as millet or mixes that don't contain fillers such as wheat or oats. If you want to attract goldfinches try niger seed - this is a tonic that has been very popular in North America for a number of years and is now starting to gain popularity in Europe.

You can feed seed mixes to birds by putting directly on a ground feeder or bird table or you can buy special seed feeders. You will find that seed feeders tend to be more economical as there isn't the risk of seed blowing away in windy weather.

Sunflower hearts are another popular bird food as they are packed with essential energy. Although they are expensive birds will eat every last bit as there are no husks for them to discard. Black sunflower seeds are a cheaper alternative although some birds such as softbills will not eat the outer casings and you may find a lot of waste.

Peanuts are popular with most types of birds and you can feed them on a bird table or in a special peanut feeder. Choose unsalted nuts and buy them from a good supplier so they are free from aflatoxins which are very harmful and can be fatal to birds.

Never put out whole peanuts in the breeding season as baby birds can choke on them. Crush the peanuts or use a feeder so the adult birds can peck out small bits of nut for their chicks. Don't use netting to feed nuts to the birds in your garden as their feet and beaks can get tangled in them.

Chicks need a lot of protein as they develop and live bird food is ideal for this purpose. You can buy live mealworms from many pet suppliers or garden centres of if you are squeamish dried worms are a good alternative.

You can make a variety of home made bird feeders from left over food. Cut a fresh coconut in half and smear it with peanut butter and sprinkle with seeds. Or spread some dripping over a piece of stale toast and hang outside for the birds in your garden to eat. You can make a fat feeder by filling an old yoghurt carton with a mixture of melted suet, seeds, raisins and other kitchen scraps. When the mixture has set remove the plastic casing and hang from your bird table or a branch of a tree.

Birds will eat many left over kitchen scraps such as bacon rind, grated cheese, soaked dried fruit, the fat from the roasting tin and stale cake and bread crumbs. You can also put out tinned pet food but avoid cat and dog biscuits as birds can choke on them.

Plant berry bearing shrubs and trees such as rowan or holly and wildflowers to attract insects and caterpillars which are great natural sources of food. Sunflowers are fun to grow and at the end of the growing season you can leave the heads on the plants or remove the seeds and feed to birds in a feeder or on a bird table.

Once you start feeding the birds in your garden they will come back regularly and will learn that it is an ideal place for them to bring up their chicks as there is a plentiful supply of food to help the chicks grow.

Facts About Bird Bands

Have you ever wondered what that ring on your bird's leg is? And what about those cryptic numbers and letters on the rings? Are those some secret codes to the bird universe? Check out these Top Ten facts about bird bands to learn more.


People have been banding (or ringing, as it is called in Europe) birds for centuries.
The first record of a metal band attached to a bird's leg was about 1595 when one of Henry IV's banded Peregrine Falcons was lost in pursuit of a bustard in France. It showed up 24 hours later in Malta, about 1350 miles away, averaging 56 miles an hour!
In America, John James Audubon tied silver cords to the legs of a clutch of Eastern phoebes in 1803 near Philadelphia. He identified the birds when they returned to that area the following year.
Bands can be made of stainless steel, aluminum or plastic.
Bands come in a variety of colors and sizes
There are closed bands and open bands. Closed bands are seamless semipermanent bands placed on the bird at a very early age (2-3 weeks). As the bird grows, the leg becomes too big to slide out of the band. Open bands are usually bands placed on older birds with legs too large to fit inside a closed band. This may be an indication that the bird was wild caught. It may also be an indication that it was imported to the US.
All parrots imported into the United States prior to the Wild Bird Conservation Act (1992) received closed bands while they were in a USDA-approved quarantine station. This was used to indicate that the bird was legally imported into the US and to identify the bird in the future. These bands will have an ID number and the quarantining station code on the band. It will have 3 letters and 3 numbers (ABC 123). Bird smugglers can be sentenced up to 5 years in prison and fined up to $20,000 per violation if convicted.
Why was import banding started? A psittacosis pandemic swept the country (US) in 1929 and it was blamed on wild caught parrots imported as pets. Bands were implemented to identify birds that successfully passed through the 30 day quarantine stations. Some states at the time (California, Colorado and Connecticut) passed laws requiring that all parakeets (budgies) in their states be closed banded. The breeders were required to register with the state and issued coded leg bands to be placed on their hatchlings.
An improperly applied open band can be dangerous. Verify the band is correctly close to prevent it from catching on items (toys, ropes, etc). In most cases an improperly applied open band can be fixed by carefully closing the band. Special "Banding Pliers" should be used to apply or repair open bands to minimize the possibility of injuring the bird.
Is there an AAC on your bird's band? The AAC most likely stands for Avicultural Advancement Council of Canada and your bird was likely banded in Canada.