http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 00:03:13 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Raw-Cat-Food/
Make Raw Cat Food - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/DSUG/F35J1M62/FETDSUGF35J1M62.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/DSUG/F35J1M62/FETDSUGF35J1M62.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FET/DSUG/F35J1M62/FETDSUGF35J1M62.SMALL.jpg SondraC Felines have been eating raw food for thousands of years. Kept by humans in their homes and barns to catch, kill and eat mice, bugs, and other undesirables, all cat species have remained true carnivores. There may very well be a relationship between the health of these magnificent creatures and the ...
By: SondraC

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jun 2007 07:08:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-teach-your-bunny-simple-tricks/
How to teach your bunny simple tricks! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/UER5/H1JUGGWD/FV8UER5H1JUGGWD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/UER5/H1JUGGWD/FV8UER5H1JUGGWD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/UER5/H1JUGGWD/FV8UER5H1JUGGWD.SMALL.jpg Bungi-bun Rabbits need to be educated. They eat, they flop around and poop a lot, but they really should do something more useful, like spinning in circles around our feet on command! Like humans, rabbits are extremely motivated by treats. My rabbit, whose name is Abungadi, has a fondness for raisins and...
By: Bungi-bun

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:44:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/110v-relay-Dog-Fan-switch/
110v relay Dog Fan switch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/9J9O/H1JUGUZI/FNZ9J9OH1JUGUZI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/9J9O/H1JUGUZI/FNZ9J9OH1JUGUZI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/9J9O/H1JUGUZI/FNZ9J9OH1JUGUZI.SMALL.jpg Das_Wookie Use a 110v relay and a floor mat to create switch your dog can use to turn a fan on/off at their own desire/need. Our dog breed of preference is the Alaskan Malamute. When we lived in Seattle our Malamutes loved the weather so we seldom had need for "extra cooling" for them. Then a job change later...
By: Das_Wookie

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:45:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Teach-a-cat-how-to-swim/
How to safely help a cat develop its natural instincts to swim. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/6E6X/H1HMDQNC/FDZ6E6XH1HMDQNC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/6E6X/H1HMDQNC/FDZ6E6XH1HMDQNC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/6E6X/H1HMDQNC/FDZ6E6XH1HMDQNC.SMALL.jpg rsmaudsley So you may wonder why someone would need to teach a cat to swim.  For me it's a safety issue, but it's also because I have one real cool cat.  Her name is Sassy. If you look at the first photo you will see that our sliding door from our house is not too far from the pool.  All of our cats are stric...
By: rsmaudsley

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 07:01:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Guide-for-Dog-Lovers/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5I/YY7I/GHZ75BPH/F5IYY7IGHZ75BPH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5I/YY7I/GHZ75BPH/F5IYY7IGHZ75BPH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5I/YY7I/GHZ75BPH/F5IYY7IGHZ75BPH.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Guide for Dog Lovers offers 14 great tips and tricks to make the most of a dog's life. Learn how to groom, feed and exercise your dog to help them reach their ultimate potential. All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by dog-care experts, and contain pictures for each step so you can ...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Dec 2010 22:38:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Pie-for-furry-friends/
Pie for furry friends - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/I1DZ/GKS0SJPH/FSOI1DZGKS0SJPH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/I1DZ/GKS0SJPH/FSOI1DZGKS0SJPH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/I1DZ/GKS0SJPH/FSOI1DZGKS0SJPH.SMALL.jpg Mimikry Everyone loves pie - and don't you forget our furry friends! In this Instructable I show you how to make your dog VERY happy - and you'll see that my dog "Saruman" would do anything to get one of theese delicious pies! Special Pie to Special dogs :) Enjoy! ingredients For 12 mini-pies For th...
By: Mimikry

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Mar 2011 18:47:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Stylish-Simple-Suitcase-Pet-Bed/
Stylish & Simple Suitcase Pet Bed - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/1CSC/H0OIZOE0/F9B1CSCH0OIZOE0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/1CSC/H0OIZOE0/F9B1CSCH0OIZOE0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/1CSC/H0OIZOE0/F9B1CSCH0OIZOE0.SMALL.jpg HollyMann This is a simple project that your cat (or other small pet) will enjoy and appreciate! This Instructable will show you how to create a stylish pet bed from a hard-shelled vintage suitcase. I personally have a small collection of vintage American Tourister suitcases, and love that I could put one of ...
By: HollyMann

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 20:52:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Cat-Tree/
DIY Cat Tree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/UE3F/H0FLBF85/FPBUE3FH0FLBF85.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/UE3F/H0FLBF85/FPBUE3FH0FLBF85.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/UE3F/H0FLBF85/FPBUE3FH0FLBF85.SMALL.jpg jimbotheconflictor For whatever reason cat trees are expensive and all look alike. When I noticed our cats really seemed to like the left over felt from my Kindle and laptop sleeve projects I decided to use it in a cat tree to replace the tiger striped abomination under our living room window. Inspiration Our c...
By: jimbotheconflictor

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Apr 2012 04:48:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Flying-Saucer-pet-house/
Flying Saucer pet house - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/0CX6/H05NHD4P/FTH0CX6H05NHD4P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/0CX6/H05NHD4P/FTH0CX6H05NHD4P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/0CX6/H05NHD4P/FTH0CX6H05NHD4P.SMALL.jpg liquidhandwash This project is just for fun, and is useful for small dogs, cats and space chickens. Can also be used for pranks, as in putting it on your neighbours or workmates lawn while they are out, taking photos of it abducting  his gnomes then emailing him photos of the the saucer and gnomes in different loc...
By: liquidhandwash

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:02:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/PVC-Chicken-Gravity-Feeder/
PVC Chicken Gravity Feeder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/P6N7/H05NP392/FKAP6N7H05NP392.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/P6N7/H05NP392/FKAP6N7H05NP392.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/P6N7/H05NP392/FKAP6N7H05NP392.SMALL.jpg PaleoDan Ok so I was looking on ebaY to purchase a feeder for chickens and I kept finding the usual varieties when I came across a neat design using PVC pipe.  They were asking $40 plus shipping for something that while cool, is not worth that much.  I decided I would make my own and try it out.  This has no...
By: PaleoDan

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:56:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Gumball-Machine-Fish-Tank/
Gumball Machine Fish Tank - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/T1II/GYUY16QU/FYUT1IIGYUY16QU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/T1II/GYUY16QU/FYUT1IIGYUY16QU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/T1II/GYUY16QU/FYUT1IIGYUY16QU.SMALL.jpg wold630 What says 'I love you' better than the gift of a pet goldfish? I know it's not a fuzzy little kitten or a tiny soft puppy but it is a lot easier to take care of. Be unique on Valentine's Day and make a special fish tank that will be remembered for a lifetime. This old dusty gumball machine I found ...
By: wold630

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 03:07:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-an-indoor-rabbit-cage/
Build an indoor rabbit cage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/RVSM/GYR36D8I/FU2RVSMGYR36D8I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/RVSM/GYR36D8I/FU2RVSMGYR36D8I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/RVSM/GYR36D8I/FU2RVSMGYR36D8I.SMALL.jpg Mar HK I recently adopted a 2 year old Dutch Dwarf, Oreo, from my local SPCA. As a temporary solution, I had him in an old rabbit cage, but it was pretty obvious that it wasn't large enough. Hay was frequently getting dumped in the water bowl, and Oreo was constantly moving things around so that he could s...
By: Mar HK

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:28:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Things-all-Dogs-should-know/
5 Things all Dogs should know - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/T3H9/GYH33GJ0/FWTT3H9GYH33GJ0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/T3H9/GYH33GJ0/FWTT3H9GYH33GJ0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/T3H9/GYH33GJ0/FWTT3H9GYH33GJ0.SMALL.jpg Dogs and Songs We all want  a well behaved dog; especially if you have children, neighbors, family, and possibly a girl/guy friend. So what are the basics to a good dog? There are many things every dog should know, but sadly as we all know there are a lot of things (that are very important) that most dogs don't kn...
By: Dogs and Songs

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:27:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Reversible-Dog-Bandana/
Reversible Dog Bandana - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/MZJ3/GXGHSMUJ/FGAMZJ3GXGHSMUJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/MZJ3/GXGHSMUJ/FGAMZJ3GXGHSMUJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/MZJ3/GXGHSMUJ/FGAMZJ3GXGHSMUJ.SMALL.jpg CatTrampoline A bandana is a great way to dress up your dog without being too frilly.  Or you can make it extra-frilly if you want.  The more doo-dads you add, the harder it will be to wash.  I like to make these with two different colors or patterns so you get two bandanas for the work and cost of one.  This pat...
By: CatTrampoline

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Jan 2012 22:49:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Comfy-Dog-Kennel-Bed/
Super Comfy Dog Kennel Bed - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL6/KREF/GWKKNNZ2/FL6KREFGWKKNNZ2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL6/KREF/GWKKNNZ2/FL6KREFGWKKNNZ2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL6/KREF/GWKKNNZ2/FL6KREFGWKKNNZ2.SMALL.jpg jwilliamsen My dog, Mac, spends about 10-12 hours at night in his kennel (it's OK - he likes it) - so I want it to be a comfortable place for him to be. Mac's old dog bed was getting a bit frazzled, and instead of dumping a bunch of money into another one that would have a limited life span due to questionable ...
By: jwilliamsen

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Jan 2012 04:35:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Tortoise-Tracker-Analogue-Version/
Tortoise Tracker (Analogue Version) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/ETCO/GWYAF56Y/FP7ETCOGWYAF56Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/ETCO/GWYAF56Y/FP7ETCOGWYAF56Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/ETCO/GWYAF56Y/FP7ETCOGWYAF56Y.SMALL.jpg blorgggg Description (short): How to attach a bright colorful string to your pet tortoise to keep track of her wanderings. Answer- Velcro and yarn Description (long): Tortoises are wonderful, mischievous, and bizarre. Our russian tortoise resides primarily in a simple 10 gallon tank with bedding and a feedi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Jan 2012 03:46:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Parakeets-controlling-lights/
Parakeets controlling lights! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVH/2TET/GWJQGFKD/FVH2TETGWJQGFKD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVH/2TET/GWJQGFKD/FVH2TETGWJQGFKD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVH/2TET/GWJQGFKD/FVH2TETGWJQGFKD.SMALL.jpg alpe_97 When my Parakeets stand on one perch, the lights turn on! But when they get off, the lights turn off! You need a few tools and parts including a wireless light controller, and a SPDT push button. (You need one that doesn't take much force to push)  Just a video showing the birds and the lights i...
By: alpe_97

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 06:13:59 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Sew-Pet-Bed/
No Sew Pet Bed - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/Q2MR/GWF60VBM/FP1Q2MRGWF60VBM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/Q2MR/GWF60VBM/FP1Q2MRGWF60VBM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/Q2MR/GWF60VBM/FP1Q2MRGWF60VBM.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo My kittens are very soft and sweet (don't tell Coco I said so - she's a fierce warrior kitten!), and they deserve a soft, sweet place to sleep.  These beds are so easy and quick to make, you can easily assemble one while watching your favorite half-hour tv show (make it a guilty pleasure one - it's ...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:03:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Pet-water-fountain/
Dog Cat recycling water bowl - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/BJRZ/GW8987IH/FVQBJRZGW8987IH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/BJRZ/GW8987IH/FVQBJRZGW8987IH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/BJRZ/GW8987IH/FVQBJRZGW8987IH.SMALL.jpg jmsdo We have ALOT of indoor dwelling animals.  Filling water bowls all day is time consuming.  We have shopped for the fresh flowing commercial pet water fountains and found them to be expensive, low volume and poor quality.  I came up with a high volume no frills alternative.  Extremely easy to put toge...
By: jmsdo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:53:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Feather-on-a-Stick-Cat-Toy/
Feather-on-a-Stick Cat Toy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/G4ZY/GW8980JR/FCCG4ZYGW8980JR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/G4ZY/GW8980JR/FCCG4ZYGW8980JR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/G4ZY/GW8980JR/FCCG4ZYGW8980JR.SMALL.jpg ntewinkel Cats love to be entertained, and they love feathers. But the claw factor makes it dangerous to simply hold a feather in front of a cat. The solution is to separate yourself from the sharp end of the kitty by putting the feather, or feathers, on a string on a stick. Yes, it's been done before and yo...
By: ntewinkel

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 03:47:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hopefully-Indestructable-Stuffed-Dog-Toy/
Hopefully Indestructible Stuffed Dog Toy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/N28G/GW3X2EGJ/F8KN28GGW3X2EGJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/N28G/GW3X2EGJ/F8KN28GGW3X2EGJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/N28G/GW3X2EGJ/F8KN28GGW3X2EGJ.SMALL.jpg FuzzyElephants My dogs are evil little monsters.  The serial killers of the stuffed dog toy world, squeaky plush toys tremble in fear when they walk into the pet store... and they should.  My dogs have destroyed every stuffed toy they've ever gotten their paws on, even supposedly tough ones.  So, knowing where oth...
By: FuzzyElephants

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 22:14:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Saddling-Western/
Saddling Western - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/MLNE/GW3X2HMF/FQ4MLNEGW3X2HMF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/MLNE/GW3X2HMF/FQ4MLNEGW3X2HMF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/MLNE/GW3X2HMF/FQ4MLNEGW3X2HMF.SMALL.jpg cheeseandham SUPPLIES NEEDED: 1)Horse   2)Western Saddle 3)Girth 4)Bridal 5)Reins 6)Saddlepad or Blanket First Step 1) Get a Blanket or Saddlepad (Make sure the saddlepad fits the horse.) Tip- Place the saddlepad or blanket on top of the withers so the horse won't get saddle sore.   Second Step 2) From...
By: cheeseandham

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Dec 2011 01:40:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-your-own-cage-for-hamster/
How to build your own cage for hamster. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7K/HUC1/GVIYN864/F7KHUC1GVIYN864.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7K/HUC1/GVIYN864/F7KHUC1GVIYN864.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7K/HUC1/GVIYN864/F7KHUC1GVIYN864.SMALL.jpg Rachel.Drozdz I think that cages for animals are too small to satisify their need of space. Of course, I want the best for my little pet ... so I decided to make a place where she can have some fun and also be safe. In this instructable, I will show you how to build your own cage for hamster (or for another anima...
By: Rachel.Drozdz

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:50:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Pavlovian-Device-Dog-Biscuit-Chucker/
Pavlovian Device - Dog Biscuit Chucker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/31IF/GUWHGHPN/FHN31IFGUWHGHPN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/31IF/GUWHGHPN/FHN31IFGUWHGHPN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/31IF/GUWHGHPN/FHN31IFGUWHGHPN.SMALL.jpg iminthebathroom A while back when I first discovered Make Magazine, (which eventually led me to instructables) they featured a project where a pug got his own treat by pressing on a paddle.  The makers design was awesome, but was much more complex.  I was thinking how could I do this in a more simple manner... Th...
By: iminthebathroom

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 22:09:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bowl-Pet-House/
Bowl Pet House - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/PNDB/GUZCDQA0/FNDPNDBGUZCDQA0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/PNDB/GUZCDQA0/FNDPNDBGUZCDQA0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/PNDB/GUZCDQA0/FNDPNDBGUZCDQA0.SMALL.jpg danjovic This instructable shows how to quickly make a very comfortable house for your small pets using cheap materials. I don't know who is the original author of the idea but it is a very ingenious and creative way of using common plastic ware, and it is also so easy to do that you can do yours just lookin...
By: danjovic

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 20:52:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/IndoorOutdoor-Rabbit-Hutch/
Indoor/Outdoor Rabbit Hutch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/9V0N/GUR6IKBK/F6P9V0NGUR6IKBK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/9V0N/GUR6IKBK/F6P9V0NGUR6IKBK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/9V0N/GUR6IKBK/F6P9V0NGUR6IKBK.SMALL.jpg meralgia This indoor/outdoor rabbit hutch takes advantage of the warmth of the garage in the fall and winter and the cool breezes in Spring and Summer. I cut out some panels on the outside of the garage as well as the plywood underneath so they could move freely between the sides. There is a large piece of a...
By: meralgia

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:06:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Echo-the-Chia-Pet-Dog-Costume/
Echo the Chia Pet Dog Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUO/HJO5/GUHD0NCF/FUOHJO5GUHD0NCF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUO/HJO5/GUHD0NCF/FUOHJO5GUHD0NCF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUO/HJO5/GUHD0NCF/FUOHJO5GUHD0NCF.SMALL.jpg kkittle Cha Cha Cha Chia. This is Echo, our little Chia Pet. This is a fairly easy costume to create. Essentially, the costume is a two part process. First you make the ceramic terra cotta looking legs, and then make a Chia plant shell. An outdoor material, like the kind used for lawn furniture, was u...
By: kkittle

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Nov 2011 17:30:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-low-maintenanceself-sustaining-ecosystem-and-aq/
A low maintenance/self sustaining ecosystem and aquarium! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/25W4/GUCF4UYL/FK725W4GUCF4UYL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/25W4/GUCF4UYL/FK725W4GUCF4UYL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/25W4/GUCF4UYL/FK725W4GUCF4UYL.SMALL.jpg burdockwing self sustaining ecosystems have always interested me and I thought that its just a simple ecosystem so i am making this instructable I hope you like it. I decided to add a bottle garden (one plant in a bottle or any airtight container) to a self sustaining ecosystem to add to the look WARNING: this ...
By: burdockwing

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:53:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Groom-Your-Cat-Lion-Cut/
How to Groom Your Cat (Lion Cut) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/C89P/GU7F39HN/FQ2C89PGU7F39HN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/C89P/GU7F39HN/FQ2C89PGU7F39HN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/C89P/GU7F39HN/FQ2C89PGU7F39HN.SMALL.jpg jessnw85 If your cat has a problem with shedding, matting, or hot weather then you may want to consider giving your cat the lion cut. The lion cut is a type of hair cut where your cat's coat is shaved with the exception of the face, mane, legs, and tip of tail. This type of hair cut is very commonly used for...
By: jessnw85

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:09:58 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-teach-a-parrot-to-dance/
How to teach a parrot to dance - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUZ/15H9/GU4IRGGW/FUZ15H9GU4IRGGW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUZ/15H9/GU4IRGGW/FUZ15H9GU4IRGGW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUZ/15H9/GU4IRGGW/FUZ15H9GU4IRGGW.SMALL.jpg Xenobia Parrots are very smart animals. They have the amazing ability to mimic human speech, and can also copy actions. This is how to use their mimicry skills to teach them how to dance. See Ruby's combined dance moves here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tw-dEpOsMcA Before you start 1. The parrot or pa...
By: Xenobia

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:32:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Healthy-and-Delicious-Peanut-Butter-Co/
How to Make Healthy and Delicious Peanut Butter Cookies for Dogs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/O753/GTY4RUP0/F9CO753GTY4RUP0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/O753/GTY4RUP0/F9CO753GTY4RUP0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/O753/GTY4RUP0/F9CO753GTY4RUP0.SMALL.jpg cahenry As an avid dog lover, I have spent far too much money on dog treats at various stores. When my dogs started gaining weight I began to pay more attention to the content of what I was feeding them. I was surprised by the fat content in some of the common dog treats. I wanted to find a tasty treat for...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:27:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cactus-Costume/
Cactus Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/5AZS/GU7FA4ZZ/FS25AZSGU7FA4ZZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/5AZS/GU7FA4ZZ/FS25AZSGU7FA4ZZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/5AZS/GU7FA4ZZ/FS25AZSGU7FA4ZZ.SMALL.jpg TristaGee What's more appropriate than dressing your pet hedgehog up as a cactus for Halloween? Answer: Nothing! So here's an Instructable on how to do it. This was super easy and only took me about 45 minutes. **And please, supervised play time only** What you need: -2 pieces of felt, different shades...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 26 Oct 2011 06:25:44 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Halloween-Puppy-Costume-Horse-Jockey/
Halloween Puppy Costume - Horse & Jockey - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/6UP7/GTXKGWC4/FO66UP7GTXKGWC4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/6UP7/GTXKGWC4/FO66UP7GTXKGWC4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/6UP7/GTXKGWC4/FO66UP7GTXKGWC4.SMALL.jpg Doggie Stylish It's Halloween costume time for the dogs again & this time I have a puppy! I wanted to make a costume for Dexter that I could attach a leash to, not be difficult to wear and we out of chewing range. I fell in love with the "jockey" costumes that I have seen online, but I didn't want to pay the $30+ ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2011 03:51:50 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Hedgehog-Dig-Box/
Simple Hedgehog Dig Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/CYWS/GTQVOSIX/FJKCYWSGTQVOSIX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/CYWS/GTQVOSIX/FJKCYWSGTQVOSIX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/CYWS/GTQVOSIX/FJKCYWSGTQVOSIX.SMALL.jpg stacyah Environmental enrichment is essential for the health and well-being of our pets. Hedgehogs are especially interesting and adorable pets that have become popular throughout America. They are very active and need lots of exercise to avoid becoming obese in captivity. Here is a quick and inexpensive ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Oct 2011 16:50:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Nature-photo-window-made-of-CD-box/
Nature photo window made of CD box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/N3JO/GT9U8NEE/FCPN3JOGT9U8NEE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/N3JO/GT9U8NEE/FCPN3JOGT9U8NEE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/N3JO/GT9U8NEE/FCPN3JOGT9U8NEE.SMALL.jpg rbormann One more usage for CD boxes! A Great Kiskadee made its nest on the window of an external room of our house. My son is a Biologist and Nature Photo enthusiast and decided to follow the growth of the lil' bird in the nest and we decided to gain access to the nest without being a hassle for the birds,...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Oct 2011 17:56:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Peanut-Butter-Pooch-Snacks-with-Fig-Jam/
Peanut Butter Pooch Snacks with Fig Jam - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/V1H9/GSUT308O/FFQV1H9GSUT308O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/V1H9/GSUT308O/FFQV1H9GSUT308O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/V1H9/GSUT308O/FFQV1H9GSUT308O.SMALL.jpg Caulerpa I was being really lazy this morning. I didn't want to get out of bed and it was 11am. Luckily, my little pugs reminded me that there are lots of things to do today (including bringing them outside to go potty). To apologize for sleeping in too long I decided to make them these Peanut Butter Pooch S...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Oct 2011 19:51:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Spring-Pole-Toy-For-An-Energetic-Pup/
How To Make A Spring Pole Toy For An Energetic Puppy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/ABO7/GSLJR9KM/F8EABO7GSLJR9KM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/ABO7/GSLJR9KM/F8EABO7GSLJR9KM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/ABO7/GSLJR9KM/F8EABO7GSLJR9KM.SMALL.jpg Doggie Stylish This is my Vizsla puppy, Dexter. When he is a bored puppy, he is a very bad puppy! I wanted to make him some kind of spring toy so that he could burn off some energy. The only problem is that we have a yard that has no trees from which to hang anything off of. After a bit of brainstorming, I came up...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Sep 2011 03:41:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Critter-Deterrent/
Critter Deterrent - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/26U1/GSLF1IVV/FKG26U1GSLF1IVV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/26U1/GSLF1IVV/FKG26U1GSLF1IVV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/26U1/GSLF1IVV/FKG26U1GSLF1IVV.SMALL.jpg bkennelly Our neighborhood, like many in the states I imagine, is crawling with feral cats. For the most part, I don't mind them; they keep the pigeon population down, they don't cause a lot of damage or raise much ruckus. (I do wish they would quit reproducing, though) We managed to rescue a kitten recently ...
By: bkennelly

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Sep 2011 22:25:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Portable-cat-segregator/
Portable cat-segregator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/XGCZ/GRTHYPRW/F7TXGCZGRTHYPRW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/XGCZ/GRTHYPRW/F7TXGCZGRTHYPRW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/XGCZ/GRTHYPRW/F7TXGCZGRTHYPRW.SMALL.jpg MollyBednum Cats sometimes have to be confined to a limited space.  They're sick, or new, or visiting, or very young, or have to have special food and a chance to eat it in peace. Ot some other householder is allergic, or very young, or moving furniture, or working with {power tools, toxic chemicals, fire, irre...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Sep 2011 05:54:17 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Great-Quality-and-Super-Easy-Leash-2-easy-step/
Great Quality and Super Easy Leash (2 easy step!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6U/0G5N/GS5TYOC6/F6U0G5NGS5TYOC6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6U/0G5N/GS5TYOC6/F6U0G5NGS5TYOC6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6U/0G5N/GS5TYOC6/F6U0G5NGS5TYOC6.SMALL.jpg jadekikyo Why buy a leash from a store when it's so easy to make at home. Anyone can make one with just a few simple cheap supplies. You will need: 2 continuous yards of webbing 1 swivel clip Plus either a needle and thread or if you have it a sewing machine to make it even easier. Although the sewing machi...
By: jadekikyo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Sep 2011 17:23:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Pin-Up-Pup/
Pin-Up Pup - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/C1WO/GS3BDELS/FIVC1WOGS3BDELS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/C1WO/GS3BDELS/FIVC1WOGS3BDELS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/C1WO/GS3BDELS/FIVC1WOGS3BDELS.SMALL.jpg Laura Mae The jury is still out on clothing made for dogs. We have all seen the dachshund dressed as a hot dog and the poodle painted and sculpted as a ninja turtle, all the while looking absolutely miserable. Small “purse dogs,” especially, get a bad rap for being dressed in ridiculous outfits complete with ...
By: Laura Mae

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Sep 2011 23:32:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Dog-Hoodie-Mod/
Dog Hoodie Mod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/1PAN/GS3BDVF4/F3D1PANGS3BDVF4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/1PAN/GS3BDVF4/F3D1PANGS3BDVF4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/1PAN/GS3BDVF4/F3D1PANGS3BDVF4.SMALL.jpg Maverchick With a few basic sewing skills you can turn an old hoodie into a great dog coat. Perfect for those cold morning walks and so much more fun than what you can buy in a pet store. Just because my dog has short hair and we live in a northern climate doesn't mean I want to dress him up like a poodle!! ...
By: Maverchick

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Sep 2011 03:54:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/cheap-LED-lamp-into-aquarium-hood-lighting-hack/
cheap LED lamp into aquarium hood lighting hack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/UXJ4/GSUSDZ28/FODUXJ4GSUSDZ28.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/UXJ4/GSUSDZ28/FODUXJ4GSUSDZ28.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/UXJ4/GSUSDZ28/FODUXJ4GSUSDZ28.SMALL.jpg ratcrib Hi. Here we are going to turn 3 cheap ($4 each at fry's marketplace) LED screw-in lights into a fishtank light/hood combo. Break lamps Break lamps carefully. Wrap lamp in towel, make note where glass is (don't hurt the leds when breaking) break using pliers, not a hammer. You don't want to damag...
By: ratcrib

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Sep 2011 12:08:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Homers-Odyssey-the-Tale-of-a-Cat-and-How-to-get-/
Homer's Odyssey, the Tale of a Cat and How to get too many kittens without trying, really fast. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/69WR/GRTHMWH9/FFI69WRGRTHMWH9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/69WR/GRTHMWH9/FFI69WRGRTHMWH9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/69WR/GRTHMWH9/FFI69WRGRTHMWH9.SMALL.jpg Vyger My name is Homer, and that's my picture from when I was having a really bad day.  And this is my story. Editors Note: I decided to write this instructable partly in the form of a narrative because I thought it would be more interesting. The story and the history enrich the instructions in this case...
By: Vyger

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Sep 2011 06:22:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Deluxe-Beta-Tanks/
Recycled Deluxe Beta Tanks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/HA5H/GS3BCE0B/FG3HA5HGS3BCE0B.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/HA5H/GS3BCE0B/FG3HA5HGS3BCE0B.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/HA5H/GS3BCE0B/FG3HA5HGS3BCE0B.SMALL.jpg nevets_mcd While Beta fish can survive in those tiny cups they are sold in I feel they deserve better. I feel this recycled tanks provide a good size tank where the fish can thrive instead of just survive. This tank allows them to move around a bit and the best part is you can clearly see them. With food and o...
By: nevets_mcd

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Sep 2011 00:37:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Party-Dress-for-a-Corgi/
Party Dress for a Corgi - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FID/2BCH/GS3BDVO8/FID2BCHGS3BDVO8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FID/2BCH/GS3BDVO8/FID2BCHGS3BDVO8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FID/2BCH/GS3BDVO8/FID2BCHGS3BDVO8.SMALL.jpg lpobiak Hi Guys and Gals...This is my first instructable and I'm very excited about it. I haven't sewn in over a decade and just bought myself a sewing machine and wanted to see what I can do. I have an adorable Corgi that loves to wear clothes, but she's in between sizes so finding cute outfits for her isn...
By: lpobiak

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Sep 2011 05:40:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Kidney-Support-Homemade-Cat-Food/
Kidney Support Homemade Cat Food - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/GJUG/GS3BDUYJ/FY2GJUGGS3BDUYJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/GJUG/GS3BDUYJ/FY2GJUGGS3BDUYJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/GJUG/GS3BDUYJ/FY2GJUGGS3BDUYJ.SMALL.jpg susanrm My 15-year-old cat has had kidney issues for a few years now. Over the last couple of years, I have managed it well by giving him homemade low-protein cat food made from recipes by established veterinary nutritionists, and under my vet's supervision. I choose not to buy the prescription canned food ...
By: susanrm

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Sep 2011 04:05:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Adapters-for-Drying-Pet-Boots/
Adapters for Drying Pet Boots - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM7/YN1O/GS3BB6SR/FM7YN1OGS3BB6SR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM7/YN1O/GS3BB6SR/FM7YN1OGS3BB6SR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM7/YN1O/GS3BB6SR/FM7YN1OGS3BB6SR.SMALL.jpg RadBear We have several greyhounds and foster newly retired racers as well. Among the many physiological uniquenesses of greyhounds is their thin skin. This combined with the nature of our backyard leads to the occasional laceration. In order to keep these wounds clean in the healing process we have a selec...
By: RadBear

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Sep 2011 17:20:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Mouse-hole-style-pet-lounge-from-closet-space/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/XSSG/GRYOPJRS/F1WXSSGGRYOPJRS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/XSSG/GRYOPJRS/F1WXSSGGRYOPJRS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1W/XSSG/GRYOPJRS/F1WXSSGGRYOPJRS.SMALL.jpg davidandora My dog Comet began using the floor of my bedroom closet as a dark and quiet retreat. The floor has blankets and pillows and if I fit, I'd climb in there for a nap too! My office is on the opposite side of the closet, and it occurred to me that it could be quite fun to make a large enough cartoonish ...
By: davidandora

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:30:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Photographing-Horses/
Photographing Horses - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/6VJJ/GRTHQ3LU/FCK6VJJGRTHQ3LU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/6VJJ/GRTHQ3LU/FCK6VJJGRTHQ3LU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/6VJJ/GRTHQ3LU/FCK6VJJGRTHQ3LU.SMALL.jpg Stormieqh This is not going to be a basic "how to take a photo" instructable but more of a how to work with a living breathing animal that has a mind of it's own instructable. Horses are a great subject for photos but they can be hard to work with. They move around and tend to blink at just the wrong moment....
By: Stormieqh

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