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16
SEP
2016
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For decades the standard diet for most birds kept in captivity has been a mixture of seeds and nuts. This diet was based on the assumption that this is what these birds eat in their natural environment. Over the past several years more information about what these birds actually eat in the wild as well as research on their actual nutritional requirements has become available. This new information coupled with better documentation of avian health problems by veterinary and aviculture professionals has made it clear that these diets are harmful; however many people continue to feed these seed and nut based diets without proper supplementation. Further, proper supplementation may be hard to achieve. Supplements like mineral blocks, cuttle bones, fortified seeds, and vitamins in the water rely on the bird’s willingness to choose the appropriate things to eat and in the proper quantities. Birds typically eat to fulfill an energy (calorie) requirement and will choose the highest energy.. [More]
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What makes Roudybush the best diet for your bird South Africa
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30
JUL
2016
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Every aquarium, be it a marine tank or a freshwater aquarium, or a backyard pond, works on a similar principal where the confined environment strives to achieve a chemical balance, essential to sustain the life that they host. In order to maintain that equilibrium, we use different types of filter media in our filters.
No matter the environment, the most important and efficient type of filtration is biological – colonies of beneficial bacteria that break down harmful ammonia (NH3) originating from uneaten food, fish waste, and other decaying matter, into less toxic Nitrites (NO2), and later to Nitrates (NO3), in a process known as the nitrogen cycle.
These bacteria occupy all surfaces in a fish tank – aquarium glass, décor, plants, and, in reef tanks, live rock. The aquarist’s goal is to provide an optimal surface on which the bacteria to grow and the best way to build healthy colonies is the use various types of biological media.
CerMedi.. [More]
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MarinePure South Africa , Why MarinePure Is Best Bio-Filter Media South Africa , Biological Filter Media South Africa
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24
APR
2015
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For years, small pets were only provided with food, water and bedding, and they spent the majority of their days in their cages. However, today's small animal pet owners are more apt to recognize the importance of offering plenty of out-of-cage time mixed with positive social interaction and a variety of challenging toys to keep their pets happily occupied throughout the day.
Whether it’s called a toy or a treat, having something to chew on is top priority for small animals. These pets have teeth that grow continuously, and gnawing is a natural way for them to keep their teeth at the proper level to provide healthy eating habits and good dentition. But chew toys aren’t just a necessity, they’re also fun.
Interactive Toys
An increasing number of small animal pet owners seek interactive toys. Similar to dog owners who wish to play catch with their pets, small pet owners also crave one-on-one interactions with their pets. There is no need to ke.. [More]
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Benefits of Small Animal Chew Toys South Africa , Boredom Breakers South Africa , Hamster Toys South Africa , Guinea Pig Toys South Africa , Chinchilla Toys South Africa , Rabbit Toys South Africa ,
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22
MAR
2015
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No matter what size our pets are, like any human they can get bored. It’s important to provide them with plenty of enrichment activities to keep them entertained as well as the added bonus of strengthening your bond with them!
Whatever you decide to play with them, make sure it’s fun for the both of you. Never force your fur friends into taking part if they don’t seem interested. There are certain times of the day that different pets are more active. Gerbils, hamsters and rats are more active at dawn and dusk. Take their sleeping schedule into consideration when you decide to introduce them to new enrichment activities to understand when they will most likely want to play.
Just to make things easier for you, we’ve put our heads together in the office and made up a list of the best activities you can do with your small pets. Enjoy!
1. Training
Training your pets can be perfect for both physical and mental enrichment. Every pet has the cap.. [More]
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Playing With Small Pets In South Africa
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22
MAR
2015
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You want to take good care of your little friend with the finest fur. Part of caring for chinchillas requires regular inspection of the state of his mouth and teeth. Unlike human teeth, a chinchilla's teeth grow throughout his lifetime. If they don't wear properly, malocclusion or misalignment results. Simple proper chinchilla husbandry prevents malocclusion except in cases in which the condition is hereditary.
Malocclusion
Chinchillas are rodents, which translated from Latin means "to gnaw." Your pet's incisors grow at the rate of 2 to 3 inches annually, and his molars can be responsible for misalignment. Not only do they make it difficult for your chinchilla to eat, wayward teeth can penetrate his nasal cavity. Malocclusion can cause infections in his teeth that spread into other parts of his body, particularly the sinuses. Untreated, your pet will eventually die from a severe malocclusion. As always, prevention is your best bet.
Symptoms
Slobbers .. [More]
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Preventing Malocclusion In Chinchillas In South Africa
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06
DEC
2014
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There always seems to be so much going on in your home at this time of year; more visitors come to your door, decorations give it a festive feel, and there is no end of tasty treats! This can be quite a change of surroundings for your house rabbits. Here are our best tactics to ensure your rabbits’ comfort is best prepared.
Although it may be difficult on certain days, try and stick to your rabbits’ routine as much as possible. Even on busy days, put aside time so you can give them plenty of attention, as you will be a friendly point of contact if your rabbits are not used to the changes in their surroundings. If you have a lot of visitors in your home, ensure that you never leave your rabbits unsupervised with others who do not know how to handle rabbits. This is especially the case with children, as it can be easy for an over affectionate child to mishandle or cause stress to your rabbits if left alone with them.
If your rabbit gets scared easily at noi.. [More]
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House Rabbits Over Christmas Period
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02
SEP
2014
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GLOSSY is a brand new and unique freshwater aquarium kit from Aquael, the first of its kind on the market. The aquarium kit includes a special elevated tank. A lid with inbuilt lighting is glued to the inside of the upper part of the tank.
Thanks to this innovative solution, the aquarium looks like a solid piece of glass with an elegant black band at the top. With this stunning new and highly original design, a GLOSSY aquarium will suit any modern home interior.
The lids of GLOSSY tanks are equipped with advanced 5 lighting to ensure the proper growth of aquarium plants. At the back of the lid, there are special openings for the hassle-free installation of canister filters and other aquarium devices.
The GLOSSY kits are ideal for the setting up of plant aquariums as well as biotope and traditional mixed aquariums. They are available in three sizes, ranging from 80 to 120 cm in length. You can also purchase a special tank stand to go with a GLOSSY a.. [More]
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Stunning New GLOSSY Aquarium Kits , AQUAEL Introduces GLOSSY , The Stunning Glossy Aquarium Kit South Africa , Fresh Water Aquarium South Africa , Fish Tank South Africa , Planted Aquarium South Africa , Ma
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23
AUG
2014
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If you are keeping a marine tank, the chances are that one of the most potentially beautiful and intriguing things about it, is the coral that you keep. With so many colourful varieties on offer, in different shapes and sizes, they are often the most stunning feature of your tank.
Perhaps more importantly, is the functions of coral in your tank. When coral is done right, it becomes the life-force of your tank, becoming the home to many reef fish and aquatic vegetation, including beneficial bacteria that act as a filter within your aquarium keeping the water quality better for all the other colourful critters in your tank.
While some corals require a lot of experience, keeping care of simple coral is easy when you know how, so let’s look at the best ways to let coral thrive in your tank and how to set it up so your coral is at its’ glorious best.
Lighting
Providing your coral with the right amount of light is absolutely essential to coral survival.. [More]
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Looking After Your Coral , Marine Aquariums South Africa , Marine Tank South Africa , Buy Reef Tank South Africa , Reefkeeping South Africa , Corals South Africa , Reef Tank setup south africa
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23
AUG
2014
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Rethink filtration possibilities with greater energy efficiency and custom installation options. The innovative Aquael Midikani 800 canister filter employs the silent running Aquael Midikani inline pump that boasts dual internal (in tank) or external (out-of-tank) use while drawing just 6-watts of electricity! Unique filter design eliminates the bulky motor head to maximize space for filter media as well as enhance maintenance convenience. Enjoy cleaner, clearer aquarium water and routine filter maintenance that's a breeze!
The Aquael Midikani 800 canister filter features four preloaded media chambers and a filter cover with a quick-release valve block that doubles as a filter output regulator. Simply turn the valve to adjust filter flow rate and a 90-degree turn of the valve completely stops water flow into the canister filter. Water flow is cleverly diverted back into your aquarium, allowing the pump to maintain vital circulation in your aquarium even as you disconnect .. [More]
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Most Innovative Canister Filter In South Africa , Canister Aquarium Filter South Africa , Marine Aquarium South Africa , Tropical Aquarium South Africa , Reefkeeping South Africa , Fish Tank South Africa ,
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18
AUG
2014
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A lot of importance is placed on the diets we feed our pets and the homes we provide for them. In fact, sometimes it seems like that’s all the information that we have on our small furries. Of course, that’s hardly the case. If you’ve got a small furry (from a hamster to a rabbit), consider these ideas to entertain and enrich the lives of your pets.
Hamsters – These are some of the smallest pets you’ll find, and they’re also some of the easiest to provide enriching activities for. That’s because they’ll play with just about anything they can get their tiny hands on. Unfortunately, they will want to do most of their playing while you are asleep, so the best time to interact with these pets is just before you go to bed (that’s breakfast time for your small furries). This is the perfect time to watch your pets scamper around in hamster balls; they’ll enjoy it just as much as you. And, once you do head off to bed, you.. [More]
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Enrichment Ideas for Small Furries
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