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Pet Must Haves By Creature
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items I have a ZOO! Two LGD dogs, 3 cats and a turtle. I grew up and have had a wide variety of pets, including rabbits, mice, fish, horses, guinea pigs and a bearded dragon. I will post things that are must haves with these types of animals, each separate...
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Red Eared Slider Turtle
Keeping your kitty cat happy!
Spoiled Rotton Pups!
Red Eared Slider Turtle
We would run 2-3 small fountain filters for ONE RES turtle, and it was never enough. I bought this for my birthday in October and didn't need to do a full tank water change for almost a year!!! (Definitely continue the 25% monthly changes, though!)
Fluval Canister Filter Aquariums Gallon
Media rec #2
Phosphate Remover for FX2/FX4/FX5/FX6, 3-Pack
Media #3
Quick-Clear 3-Pack for FX2/FX4/FX5/FX6
These bio sponges line all the way around each basket, so you need 8 total. They can be reused after a cleaning, once, if they arent too gross. You can also order replacement ones if only a couple need replaced.
MOWFILL 6 Pack FX4 Foam Filter Pads Replacement
These little do-dads help to maximize the filtration in your canister filter.
FX4 Canister Filter, up to 250 US Gal / 1000 L
These are a couple of the kinds you can get. Measure your tank and make sure it will fit on the top of the tank OUTSIDE of the water. Here is a link to one like I have.
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Turtle Basking Platform
These are one of the TWO staple foods for a RES. They need pellets at least every other day, but only the amount that would fit into the size of their head. Look up the age requirements for feeding as well. Smaller turts may need more than the ancien...
ReptoMin® Floating Food Sticks
Believe it or not, turtles feel every touch on their shells. These scrub brushes are the perfect back scratchers for them!
Turtle Brush with Suction Cup for Tank
Find something for your turt to sleep in/under and to push around that will not break. They are mass destruction bulldozers!
Aquarium Accessories - Fish Tank Decorations, Gravel & Substrate
Turtles need 2 different types of lighting. UVB & UVA. This is the UVB bulb that is recommended for maximum wellness. (26W) Theseshould behind no lower that 10 inches from the basking area. This is to make sure it does not burn your turtle. UVA ...
T5 HO ReptiSun® 10.0 UVB
Your turtle needs to have a specific temp of water. This helps them stay healthy and keeps their scutes shedding correctly. Research what temp your water should be per species you own.
100 Gallon Tank Heater
There are 4 media baskets that come with this canister filter. Each basket requires a "media" in it. Here are the ones I use to keep my tank crystal clear. Activated Carbon pouches are a must!
Activated Carbon for C2 Power Filter, 3-Pack
Keeping your kitty cat happy!
Owning 3 cats has given me the opportunity to experiment with different cat litter/brands. The fresh step, lightweight, clumping is the BEST I've come across. They clumping action is a game changer with this!
Fresh Step® Light Weight Scented Cat Litter
Not only do I give my cats kitty nip to roll in, I also crochet little mice and stuff them full of cat nip. This is a must have in my house!
Cat Kush
Always, always, always, get the creamy-crunchy! Those are the best! ;)
Best Cat Treats & Snacks: Soft & Crunchy Treats (Free Shipping)
I have one kitty that has bladder issues, and the vet put her on this food. Since I free feed, it was hard to feed her just this while making sure the other 2 got their food. We came to the conclusion that all 3 can eat this. (Vet said, that's fine) ...
Shop Urinary Care Cat Food
My kitties have this "castle" and they LOVE it! Ive had it aout 6 months now and my MC mix "does her nails" multiple times a day! The material is so soft and the scratching posts hold up amazingly! I highly recommend this cat tree!
GREEN CAT TREES & CONDOS (Free Shipping)
My kitty carries this around in her mouth. It is one of her favorite toys!
Lamb Chop® Cat Toy
The rubber bottoms on the cat food bowls are a must in my house. They stay in place and wont fall off the counter.
Cat Food Bowl Rubber Bottom
I was introduced to these just a few months ago and they are a game changer. They cost a bit more than we're used to, as far as litter box prices go, but the stainless steel makes it actually SMELL better. They dont scratch into the box when digging ...
Stainless Steel Litter Box
Any and every cat toy you can get your hands on, is an enrichment for your kitty. The more, the merrier!
Cat Toys: Top Brands, Low Prices (Free Shipping)
We call these "necklaces" in my house and my cats own about 20. We change them up all the time. I like to make sure they are breakaway, to keep my kitties safe, and I like them to have a bell, so I can hear where they are.
Cat Collar With Bell
Three! Thats the number of these we had until I gave one to a friend. My cats love to sit at one end and zoom through and getcha on the other end. :)
Best Cat Play Tunnels
Not only are these really cool and easy to keep clean, my cats love them! Ill have one kitty sleeping in the top middle and another sleeping in the tunnel.
Cat Bed Tunnel
These small beds are great for on the run. I take my mainecoon mix with me in the car and its great that I can just grab this smaller bed and throw it on the seat for her.
Cat Caves & Beds of Their Dreams - Mau Pets
MUST HAVE if you take your kitty outside. The thicker ones with the material are the hardest to slip out of, in my opinion. If you can find a tactical one, get that!
The Best Cat and Kitten Harnesses & Leashes
I've never kept my cats occupied for so long, before! This toy is usb charging and comes with extra string and toys! The springs are very strong and there's gripping pads on the parts that touch the wall. This thing isn't budging!
Interactive Cat Toy with Flapping Bird & Feather
Spoiled Rotton Pups!
I have a large dog, about 140lbs. He is a Great Pyrenese. These bowls with the stand make it MUCH easier for him to eat. He doesnt have to bend down so far.
Elevated Dog Bowls
My herding dog is a PIG! She will inhale the food if she has the opportunity. I needed a solution to stop the choking, so I got one of these puzzle bowls. She uses it for every meal and she hasnt choked on her food since. Its been a good 4-5 years a...
Puzzle Bowls
Because I have large dogs, I need strong, durable collars.
Dog Collars: Adjustable, Strong & Secure
This EXACT brush has saved mine and my dads arms from brushing our LGD's for hours. They get right through the hair and are very gentle. I recommend this brush to everyone I know that has a dog with a slightly long coat.
Best Dog Dematting Tools
If you own a dog and live in town, you know the drill. This metal scooper with the long handle, has saved my back MANY times!
Ruff Stuff Pooper Scoopers
Flat but cushy and easy to clean up with a brush or carpet cleaner.
Memory Foam Dog Bed Extra Large
The only dog food that my dogs will devour and that wont make them itchy from because there's chicken thats in it.
Purina ONE Lamb & Rice Formula Dry Dog Food
I cant tell you how important it is to grab multiple of these blankets for your pets! If one gets shredded or destroyed by body fluids, its soooo nice to have extras on hand.
Soft Fleece Throw & Packable Travel Blanket
The ONLY flea treatment we will use on our animals!!
Seresto 8 Month Flea & Tick Collar for Large Dogs ...
So easy to add to your pups food, just to make sure they stay as healthy as can be!
Norwegian Omega 3 for Dogs - Vet Approved Fish Oil