Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Carib Sea Geo Marine Saltwater Florida Crushed Coral 10 lb
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
Tetra Whisper Power Filter 60, 60-Gallon
Also, I replaced the additional media in the filter with a better mesh to control phosphates and (hopefully) cut down on algae, and there was plenty of room for this material along with the bags and charcoal.
I had looked at the more expensive cylinder filters but after assessing the cleaning problems, the leaking problems and the overall work involved, I chose to stick with the Whisper and spend my $$ on new fish and decorations!Works great. Handy slide in filter cartridges for easy and quick changes. Adjustable flow rate. Extra tubing for water intake inside tank. Super quiet! A quality product.
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I have owned a whisper filter in the past and find them a superior product. So I was not hesitant to buy this one. The whisper does work better than most standard filter systems that come with aquariums these days. So thats why after 1 month I ditched the Aqueon filter system that came with the tank I purchased and switched to the Whisper filter. The only thing I would say that is negative is the sound... it isn't a whisper at all.. more like a water fall in your house. So if you find the sound of running water irritating this isn't the system for you. I find it soothing so it isn't a problem.Read Best Reviews of Tetra Whisper Power Filter 60, 60-Gallon Here
I've been using Whisper PFs for all my aquariums for over 20yrs and have never been disappointed by them. As with any filtration, you should always get a filter that's rated higher than what you need -for example, if you have a 60 gallon aquarium, the filter's MINIMUM GPH (gallons per hour) rating should be no less than 50 GPH -because all filters lose filtering capacity over time as media gets dirty and/or loses effectiveness. Aquariums housing particularly messy and/or big fish need filters that can turn the water volume over at least 3x per hour -for example, a 60 gallon Goldfish aquarium needs a filter capable of no less than 180 GPH. It's for this reason that people have issues with filters not keep their aquariums clean.Whisper PFs are exceptional! Very well constructed and most are very quiet. The Whisper 60 is the biggest model and is also the noisiest of the bunch. They're not insufferable, though, but you can hear them working compared to their smaller cousins. Usually the noise is caused by impeller assemblies not being seated properly and/or air being trapped in the impeller compartment. Should ALWAYS add the impeller assembly into the motor housing after adding water to that compartment so air doesn't get trapped inside. The cover tends to rattled from the vibration generated by the motor, but putting a rock or something like that on top of it eliminates that issue.
The Whisper 60 has a 2 compartment system which makes these filters extremely versatile! Using the filter pouches, you can add any media you want. I always keep one side stuffed with blue bonded media and sponge type media for beneficial bacterial to take on biological filtration which keeps the water crystal clear even with no chemical/mechanical media in use. The other compartment is used for chemical and mechanical filtration. Keep in mind that carbon by itself isn't 100% effective in keeping aquariums clean, so the carbon packets that come with the filter media for these filters isn't particularly useful -especially since there is so little of it. I used PhosPure & Sea Gel and have also used Diamond Blend in the past for media.
To sum up, these are excellent filters and pretty quiet when setup & maintained properly. I've had 5 of these 60's so far and never had an issue with them. I also have the Junior and 30 model in operation currently. My 300+ gallon planted Goldfish aquarium has two of these 60s keeping it crystal clean.This filter is great!! I just got it set up and running on my 60 gallon tank. I was worried it would be loud but those poor reviews turned out to be just like any other aquarium advice I see on the internet.. This is really a whisper, the filter is heavenly quiet. I am one of those people that will be driven nuts by a clicking powerhead or a vibration against the side of the tank. This thing is silent!!! If it sounds like a waterfall, its because the water is falling in.. RAISE YOUR WATER LEVEL...and also... 2+2=4
Monday, October 20, 2014
Aquaclear Activated Carbon Insert, 50-Gallon Aquariums, 3-Pack
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one thing to keep in mind is that you will need to rinse this at least a few times (i rinse like 6x) as there is a lot of carbon dust initially. other than that, still loving my aquaclear 50, easy to use, don't have to switch out all the parts each cleaning and water change, can't complain. was recommended by my local fish guy and i agree, the best filter for the $.Read Best Reviews of Aquaclear Activated Carbon Insert, 50-Gallon Aquariums, 3-Pack Here
This is just like what you can get at the pet store, so the fact that it's cheaper makes it great! Definitely recommend. :)Want Aquaclear Activated Carbon Insert, 50-Gallon Aquariums, 3-Pack Discount?
Love the filter this goes to, really helped keep my tank clean. Really nice to get this replacement filter parts in a three pack.Friday, September 26, 2014
Tetra 26331 Whisper EX Carbon Filter
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My fish have told me time and time again that these are there favorite filters. They are really happy!! At least the two that are still alive.Read Best Reviews of Tetra 26331 Whisper EX Carbon Filter Here
Hard to find. Thanks We love the fishtank set up. We have used it for years. Our local stores are hard to find that carry this good product.Wow, they've certainly improved things from when I was a kid. These are great little packets. If you can make coffee or brew tea, you already know how to use them. Well done, Tetra. 4-stars only because they don't last very long, and I wish they came in a bigger package. A fair value, though, and a great way to encourage the kids to change the thing themselves.Saturday, September 13, 2014
Gravity UV Light - 8W
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Loving Pets Black Label Collection Rustic Bone Diner for Dogs, Aged Copper
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I bought this for our new home; I wanted something that was streamline and neat with stainless steel bowls. This fit the bill! It is sturdy and looks just like the picture. The only thing I would have liked was a bigger water bowl, however, this way ensures that my doggie always has FRESH water! :)Read Best Reviews of Loving Pets Black Label Collection Rustic Bone Diner for Dogs, Aged Copper Here
Sunday, July 27, 2014
Wholesome Hide Premium USA Rawhide Retriever Roll 10-11"
She has never had problems digesting them, never had an upset stomach and wanted to eat grass after munching on them. (I cannot say the same about other brands of rawhide.) These are a bit more costly, but I think you get what you pay for: in this case, problem-free American rawhide manufactured here and safe to give to your furry friend.
None of the chain stores near me seem to carry the Wholesome line. Fortunately, Amazon sellers do.
Highly recommended.
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I wanted a product that was made in the US rather than China. Most raw cow hides come from the US and are shipped to China for processing. Rawhides produced in the US generally should be fresher and not packed in crates and preservatives for months. I have a higher level of confidence there are fewer harmful chemicals if any when made in the US and with this brand. For our 5 month old German Shorthair Pointer puppy this product can outlast her need to chew. I like the roll better than the bone style. With the wrapped style, she was able to rip the wrapped ends off quickly and I had to watch her carefully to make sure she did not ingest large pieces. I am sure a larger dog could quickly devour one in a setting, but for our 30 pound dog it is lasting a good while. I will most likely reorder this product again.I don't think there is a perfect chew toy for dogs, but this one is working out for her.
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This company makes great products. The beef is from US processing plants, is clean and carefully rolled. The listing does not permit you to identify which retriever roll this is. It turned out to be SSP025 which Is 10 inches long but weighs only 4 ounces. My Bernese Mountain dog went through it in 10 minutes and nearly choked to death on the end. The retriever roll I had expected is number SSP 014, which is also 10 inches long but weighs almost 10 ounces. This one lasts my big dog at least a week, and often more and is much more suitable for medium and large sized dogs. Unfortunately the vendor's product listing does not permit identification of the roll's true size. My one star rating refers to this small roll only, and it's inappropriateness for larger dogs, which is purely a function of the poor listing description, and not the quality of the roll itself. If the larger roll was listed I would rate it five stars.Want Wholesome Hide Premium USA Rawhide Retriever Roll 10-11" Discount?
I love this bone first because it has nothing to do with China.Second my Yorkie can chew on it all day without making a dent.
She loves it and I have peace of mind. I would buy this again.
Thursday, July 24, 2014
Como 10 Pcs Blue Plastic Check Valves for Fish Tank Aquarium Air Pump
These blue vlaves are just over an inch long and one side clearly has the work "OUT" on it.
This is my first time using a product like this. I tried to look thru it and it appeared like a dark gray rubbery shield is inside the unit. I blew into the air IN side and air passes, and you can hear a flexible manifold flap open. I definitely feel this adds some resistance to the air flow though. I tried my hardest to blow into the OUT side and nothing at all came out, so I expect this will work.
I also purchased Como Aquarium Y Shaped Clear Plastic Airline Air Tubing Connectors 10 Pcs from the same seller, to cut down and share the flow from my powerful air pump. Hydrofarm AAPA15L 6-Watt 15-LPM Active Aqua Air Pump with 4 Outlets because some reviewers said you can split the air.
With the use of these Valves, I my not be able to use the Y connectors, if there is any reduction to the force of the air. Hopefully this will not harm my pump. I am new to all of this and will report if I actually have any problems, but everything looks good and since there were no reviews yet, I wanted to report what I see for other newbies who were wondering.
I am not aware if there are other manufacturers or these or how the quality compares.
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Saturday, July 19, 2014
Petco Mini Aquarium Kit, Color:Assorted
Tuesday, July 8, 2014
R2 Solutions Moonlight 48 inch Aquarium LED Light
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The last time I saw moonlight it wasn't so blue. These LEDs are DARK BLUE. In my mind moonlight blue is a hint of blue, I could be wrong and a soft light. If you want a blue tank and insufficient,light then these will do the job. If you want to see the fish then I wouldn't recommend this tank light. Another thing. The picture would have you believe the housing is black. Well it's not. It's chrome. I gave them 2 stars because it was very well packaged. It came in a cardboard tube and two boxes..Read Best Reviews of R2 Solutions Moonlight 48 inch Aquarium LED Light Here
but I love it... it makes my cichilds look more exotic than they already are. but don't buy if your expecting at white light. also very lightweight... could be a bad or good depending on the person and their tastes.Want R2 Solutions Moonlight 48 inch Aquarium LED Light Discount?
Buyer beware, this light fixture has a serious design flaw. The manufacturer states that it is a 48" fixture, but they don't mention that the power supply plugs into the end of the fixture. This makes the overall length of the lighting fixture more than 49 ", too long to fit in an enclosed canopy! If you have any type of enclosed canopy on your 48" aquarium this lighting fixture will not fit!!! I. Had to go to RadioShack and buy a replacement power supply, one with an elbow connector, in order to fit the fixture inside the canopy.Sunday, June 29, 2014
Snoozer- Luxury Sofa Pet Bed - Large / Memory Foam
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they got my address wrong and i never saw it. bad experience and they did not follow up! would have loved it for my old girl!Read Best Reviews of Snoozer- Luxury Sofa Pet Bed - Large / Memory Foam Here
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Have a German Shepherd with Mega Esophagus. I got this sofa for her so she can lay down and keep her head elevated on the bolstered sides..Thursday, May 29, 2014
Penn Plax Finding Nemo Action Aerating Resin Ornament, Treasure Chest
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It works and looks as intended. I'm not exactly sure of how it's tied in with Finding Nemo, because other than the packaging it doesn't have any Nemo charachters on it, however it's a great little fish tank decoration and it works perfectly. This was reasonably priced, which is why we ordered it, not necessarily for the movie tie-in.Read Best Reviews of Penn Plax Finding Nemo Action Aerating Resin Ornament, Treasure Chest Here
Thursday, April 10, 2014
Aquatic Creations Air Opening Crocodile Bubbler Aquarium Ornament
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Gorgonian Coral Ornament - 8.3 in. x 4.9 in. x 9.5 in.
Sunday, December 8, 2013
Cobalt Aquatics Shrimp Pellets, 8-Pound
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Have over 300 fish and they keep me busy. Found it is much cheaper to buy fish food of all kinds in bulk. Saves alot of money in the long run.Read Best Reviews of Cobalt Aquatics Shrimp Pellets, 8-Pound Here
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Lee's Three-Way Breeder
However, I've used it to separate my betta from the rest of the tank while he was getting over some fin issues which worked great when I didn't have my spare tank ready to quarantine him just yet.
Now, I'm using it to grow out some little fry until they're big/fast enough to join the rest of the tank. I love how it provides good circulation despite not having suction cups to hold it steady, it's very stable floating around. I can also stick it to the side of the aquarium by just pressing it against the walls of the tank. I also like how I can put riccia in there to give the fry cover while not having it mess up the rest of the tank. It's extremely clear and easy to clean, unlike those cheaper mesh breeders.Does NOT work for gold barb fry. They swam right out through the vents and became lunch. Lost them all. Slots WAY too large for barbs.
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This worked great for OB Peacock cichlids. Female OB's mouthbrood their fry until they are a fairly good size. None fell through the vents. This was a great find for a holding/delivery tank. Two deliveries produced over 30 healthy fry. This is a great way to breed hard-to-locate fish for a show tank. Fry food falls through the vents to the lower fry chamber. Side vents allow good water flow.I used this in my 5-gallon aquarium as a sick bay for an African Dwarf frog with some little plants/decor added for him to hide in and it worked well (until he became healthy enough to hop over the top back into the aquarium). (Side-note: the decor can't be heavy or it will sink the breeder). I also used it to segregate my betta fish from my frog so he can eat without the betta stealing his food and it was a great size for that purpose. It fits in my 5-gallon aquarium. I took all the inserts out so it was just a clear box and it was a good size for a sick bay, although I wouldn't keep a fish or a frog in there for more than a few days.There are a few things I would change about it. I wish the divider would work without using the bottom grate. And when the bottom grate is in, and momma has babies, they can swim back up to where she is too easily.Sunday, October 6, 2013
Digital Aquarium Terrarium Thermometer ST-3 Black
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I bought 4 of these little units. One for use as a temperature sensor for my truck. As it gets colder I like to know what the temp is when I'm driving.I should have started by saying that I ordered the 4 units at 6:51pm [pst] and received them just 2 days later. Great company, great deal, fast and attentive shipping department. I will now look to their company first when shopping.
I have 2 units checking the temp in 1 small space and they are only off by 00.2 or 2 tenths of a degree. Pretty darn good for a $5 item.
Thank you Meter Depot!!
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I've had this item for about almost a month and to me it's great. I turn it on in the morning to check the temperature and then also check it at night. So far the temperature it's telling me is pretty good. My temperature reads between 77.5 79.6 and everything in my tank seems to be fine. My fishes are active and my plants are doing well. So I would say that this thermometer is working the way I expected it to work.I recommend this thermometer to anyone that is looking for an affordable digital thermometer. Definitely better than the floater thermometers.
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Well, its very accurate. I'm planning on using it for the leopard gecko I'm getting in a few days. (My first reptile ever!) I actually bought two for both sides of the terrarium. When I put them next to each other one said 75.4 and the other said 75.8 so...awesome. Plus its cheaper than the rest of the products like this and it works better than the rest (judging solely on the reviews of other products like this one) so I'd say its worth the money. My only complaint is that the suction cup is not the best. When I put it on it fell within 30 seconds so...not so awesome. I guess I'll tape it or something. Also, if its worth anything, the cord is pretty long I think. But keep in mind that this is the first time that I've used a thermometer like this. Hope this helps. :)Wednesday, August 21, 2013
Four Paws Heat Resistant Screen Top, For 10 gal. Tanks
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Friday, August 9, 2013
TOM Stellar Air Pump W-40 - 40gal to 55gal tank
The cord is long and it was a piece of cake to set up. The one I received is all black. It is not like the picture so if you're expecting what's in the picture, I have to assume you will also get a black one. (I prefer black so I was fine with it)
I recommend this pump for strength.This is hands-down one of my favorite air pumps. I use it to operate the box filters for two 29-gallon fish tanks in my basement fishroom. The pump is fairly quiet, very powerful, and very sleek in its design (mine is black, not white like the picture). It's also a wonderful option for supplying air to multiple tanks, as its air output is strong enough to split with a gang valve.
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Friday, July 19, 2013
Prevue Hendryx-Clean Life Flight Cage
The food dishes are easy to access. The apron catches seed and feathers. The bottom tray and grill slide out easily. The smooth plastic coated bars wipe off easily. I use cage wipes made especially for bird cages and paper towels, and I am done cleaning the cage in no time.
For the benefit of the birds' feet, it is best to remove the wooden dowels that come with the cage and replace them with perches of varied diameters such as the rope perches, concrete perches, and natural branch perches.
Make sure to place the perches such that the bird can fully extend its wings for exercise.
According to most animal rescue groups, the cage size is suitable for one budgie (parakeet). However, I have used one for a lovebird and one for a cocktatiel which other sources say is OK as long as the bird has time outside the cage.
I highly recommend this cage. Hope this is helpful.This is really a nice cage. I've got 5 finches in it and they have lots of room for flight. It's an attractive cage and I'm fairly satisfied with it, however there are definitely drawbacks. The two little doors for the water and seed are very low and I can only reach a small distance in the cage through them so that leaves me opening the 10.5 x 11.5 door. No matter how hard I've tried to keep my little finches in, they escape. I've even created a flap to roll down on this large door. I cut a perfect circle in the center of the flap so I could get my arm in there to rearrange items in the cage and clean it. Still, one of my finches got out. I wish there were more small doors up higher and on the sides. I may even have to purchase another cage because of this.
The metal bars seem pretty sturdy and the tray does slide out nicely. I like the two handles at the top so I can hang this cage. I have three dachshunds and dachshunds will kill anything they can get a hold of. So I have to be very careful.
Edited to add: Well I woke up this morning to one of my waxbill finches flying around the room. I had to hurry and get our dachshunds removed from that room to catch the little guy/gal. I studied the cage and realized the space between the fronts sides and back, on each of the four corners, leaves a large enough gap for the waxbills to get out. I've temporarily used 1/8" white ribbon to lace the four sides until I get another cage. My waxbills are quite a bit smaller than my zebra or spice finch, so I'm going to put this fairly expensive cage away and order the less expensive one here on Amazon that is built for finches, the 30 x 18 x 18 cage from Petco. I'll keep this more expensive cage though, perhaps I'll find a use for it someday.
I hope this review is helpful. I'm trying to give reviews for others to read because I so appreciate all the reviews I read.
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Great-really-great cage. Extremely easy to keep clean & it does a great job keeping the surrounding floor clean. Its easy to clean up...even under the pull out drawer, because the cage grill floor can be pulled out separately or with the pull out cage floor drawer. It just has one problem the only access door is about 1 foot high and almost as wide as half the front of the cage., This is a great option for cleaning BUT--if you have skitterish birds, the large door is an invitation for them to fly out of the cage and have you chase them through the house for an hour to catch them.I wish the manufacturer would make a smaller door within the large access door so you have a choice as to which size door you need to use at the time of cage service. It really is a major problem and has discouraged me from buying this wonderful cage for my other birds. My 2 love birds are very calm and never try to escape when the huge door is opened, but I can't trust the budgies to just watch calmly when the whole wide world is given to them through that large opening. I intend to cut an opening in the cage and make a smaller door somehow, so I only have to open that large door for cleaning...and then hope for the best from the potential escapees.
Otherwise this is a really good sturdy & easy to clean cage. :-) Prevue Pet Products Clean Life Flight Cage, Green and White
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I'm really disappointed in this cage.For $80.00 I expected something a little more heavy duty.
It is a nice big cage and I would love the seed catcher and how the bottom is set up, but the wiring for the cage is a joke. Very flimsy. I don't see this cage lasting for any amount of time. And to be honest there was no way I was going to let my cockatiel in there, because the door and top parts to snap together quite right his weight of less than a pound would make the cage sides move, and I'm positive he would get his feet stuck in between and cut.
I'm going to send it back and keep looking for something more sturdy, this is just disappointing.

