Instructables: exploring - living - pets - featured http://www.instructables.com Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:20:13 PDT BLOX v1.01 Easy Upcycled Tshirt to Dog Toy http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Upcycled-Tshirt-to-Dog-Toy/
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Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:22:28 PDT
RING DOG TOY http://www.instructables.com/id/RING-DOG-TOY/
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Sat, 6 Aug 2011 01:39:20 PDT
Paracord Pet Harness http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Pet-Harness/
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Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:09:44 PDT
Puppy Sweater : Recycled Socks http://www.instructables.com/id/Puppy-Sweater-Recycled-Socks/
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Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:20:05 PDT
HomeMade Modern DIY Geometric Doghouse http://www.instructables.com/id/HomeMade-Modern-DIY-Geometric-Doghouse/
HomeMade Modern DIY Geometric Doghouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/VN65/HHS9RO1P/FYJVN65HHS9RO1P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/VN65/HHS9RO1P/FYJVN65HHS9RO1P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/VN65/HHS9RO1P/FYJVN65HHS9RO1P.SMALL.jpg homemademodern Despite its faceted, angular appearance, this modern doghouse is quite easy to construct. Supplies + Tools ¼” Sanded Plywood Purchase at Home Depot I used a single 4’ by 8’ sheet of ¼” birch veneer plywood. I had the nice people at Home Depot cut two 14” wide strips for me. 2x3s Purchase at ...
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Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:57:54 PDT
how to grow cat grass http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-grow-cat-grass/
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Fri, 31 May 2013 20:16:16 PDT
Instant Weave Poles! http://www.instructables.com/id/Instant-Weave-Poles/
Instant Weave Poles! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/V027/HH11S922/FIBV027HH11S922.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/V027/HH11S922/FIBV027HH11S922.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/V027/HH11S922/FIBV027HH11S922.SMALL.jpg fauxangel Dog Agility Weave Poles in a matter of minutes!!! This is an almost no tools instructable!!!  My dogs started agility early this year and I have been stewing on how to make different obstacles to practice with at home... Chess my border went up a class a few weeks ago and could really use the pract...
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Wed, 22 May 2013 23:31:30 PDT
The Survivalist's Cat Tree http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Survivalists-Cat-Tree/
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Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:20:17 PDT
Big Screen Cattery http://www.instructables.com/id/Big-Screen-Cattery/
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Sat, 20 Apr 2013 16:49:57 PDT
No-Sew Pet Bed with Cardboard Bolsters http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Sew-Pet-Bed-with-Cardboard-Bolsters/
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Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:54:03 PDT
Cat Cave From Printer Box and Old Carpet http://www.instructables.com/id/Cat-Cave-From-a-Printer-Box-and-Carpet/
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Sun, 14 Apr 2013 10:37:25 PDT
How to Make a Planted Aquarium CO2 Generator/Infuser http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Planted-Aquarium-CO2-GeneratorInfus/
How to Make a Planted Aquarium CO2 Generator/Infuser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOK/Q9EB/HE7D2B3S/FOKQ9EBHE7D2B3S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOK/Q9EB/HE7D2B3S/FOKQ9EBHE7D2B3S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOK/Q9EB/HE7D2B3S/FOKQ9EBHE7D2B3S.SMALL.jpg badpanda For this Instructable, the first I've done in a while, I will be showing you how to use an old liquor bottle to create a stylish, nearly free, CO2 gas generator for a planted aquarium.  The aquarium I'm doing this on is a small Fluval Spec V, this will work for larger aquariums however, just up the ...
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Tue, 12 Mar 2013 16:13:59 PDT
Gumball Machine Fish Tank http://www.instructables.com/id/Gumball-Machine-Fish-Tank-1/
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Wed, 6 Mar 2013 14:23:26 PST
Automatic fish tank feeder // Alimentador automatico para pescera http://www.instructables.com/id/Automatic-fish-tank-feeder-Alimentador-automati/
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Wed, 20 Feb 2013 12:48:35 PST
Guide for Dog Lovers http://www.instructables.com/id/Guide-for-Dog-Lovers/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5I/YY7I/GHZ75BPH/F5IYY7IGHZ75BPH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5I/YY7I/GHZ75BPH/F5IYY7IGHZ75BPH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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 ...
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Tue, 21 Dec 2010 14:38:13 PST
Grooming a Horse http://www.instructables.com/id/Grooming-a-Horse/
Grooming a Horse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/QAGD/HCV920CT/FFXQAGDHCV920CT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/QAGD/HCV920CT/FFXQAGDHCV920CT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/QAGD/HCV920CT/FFXQAGDHCV920CT.SMALL.jpg Dornenschimmel Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Before you start grooming your horse, make sure you have all the things you need in order to groom correctly. You will need: Hair Brush for Mane Soft Brush Scissors to cut man...
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Sun, 10 Feb 2013 23:53:56 PST
Giant Pillow Pet Bed! http://www.instructables.com/id/Giant-Pillow-Pet-Bed/
Giant Pillow Pet Bed! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/N501/HCV97PC4/F7VN501HCV97PC4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/N501/HCV97PC4/F7VN501HCV97PC4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/N501/HCV97PC4/F7VN501HCV97PC4.SMALL.jpg fauxangel A fun and easy way to make a soft and machine washable bed for your best friend (I made one for my Dogs, but there isn't any reason the same principle couldn't be applied to make a bed for a very small dog or cat). Materials are all easily found, very basic sewing skills required, faster and easier ...
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Thu, 7 Feb 2013 23:06:16 PST
Catnip Conversation Hearts http://www.instructables.com/id/Catnip-Conversation-Hearts/
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Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:41:06 PST
Two Platform Sisal Rope Cat Tree http://www.instructables.com/id/Two-Platform-Sisal-Rope-Cat-Tree/
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Mon, 28 Jan 2013 20:00:50 PST
Ewok Cat Hats http://www.instructables.com/id/Ewok-Cat-Hats/
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Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:38:22 PST
Poultry watering http://www.instructables.com/id/Poultry-watering/
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Mon, 7 Jan 2013 05:54:23 PST
"Dog Proof" Cat Litter Box http://www.instructables.com/id/Dog-Proof-Cat-Litter-Box/
"Dog Proof" Cat Litter Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/U423/HAQ32LT7/F30U423HAQ32LT7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/U423/HAQ32LT7/F30U423HAQ32LT7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/U423/HAQ32LT7/F30U423HAQ32LT7.SMALL.jpg kentdvm Litter pans are a problem.  Especially when you have a large cat who can't fit in a small litter box and a dog who considers cat poop a delicacy.  It's been a struggle to find a commercial litter box the cat can enter and the dog can't.  As a result, I decided to make my own using 2 storage crates I...
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Thu, 3 Jan 2013 20:46:26 PST
Easy Winter Cat Shelter http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Winter-Cat-Shelter/
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Mon, 24 Dec 2012 09:56:42 PST
Canine Carhartt Coat for Your Pal! http://www.instructables.com/id/Canine-Carhartt-Coat-for-Your-Pal/
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Mon, 3 Dec 2012 22:19:51 PST
The Cats Tower http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Cats-Tower/
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Mon, 3 Dec 2012 04:01:20 PST
Sliding Dog Gate Protects Door from Scratches http://www.instructables.com/id/Low-tech-dog-gate-prevents-scratched-doors/
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Sat, 1 Dec 2012 18:24:38 PST
Gobbling Gorilla Bed http://www.instructables.com/id/Gobbling-Gorilla-Bed/
Gobbling Gorilla Bed - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/F0TS/H9G0LK39/F8KF0TSH9G0LK39.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/F0TS/H9G0LK39/F8KF0TSH9G0LK39.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/F0TS/H9G0LK39/F8KF0TSH9G0LK39.SMALL.jpg kristylynn84 This is a custom ferret bed for my boys!  They love to cuddle, climb and curl up wherever they get the chance.  Now that the weather is getting cooler, I needed a warmer-bed-solution for them.  (Reason being - I like to keep them right next to an open window for fresh air for them...and us hahaha.) ...
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Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:18:34 PST
Paw Tag http://www.instructables.com/id/Paw-Tag/
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Wed, 14 Nov 2012 12:42:32 PST
How To Make a Vacuum Trimmer for your Dog http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-a-Vacuum-Trimmer-for-your-Dog/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/LA36/H994S46J/FNXLA36H994S46J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/LA36/H994S46J/FNXLA36H994S46J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/LA36/H994S46J/FNXLA36H994S46J.SMALL.jpg HowToLou I made this to trim my long-haired dog and save tons of money.  
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Mon, 12 Nov 2012 07:38:52 PST
Lion Dog Costume http://www.instructables.com/id/Lion-Dog-Costume/
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 12:49:09 PST
Build an All Season Outdoor Cat Habitat http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-an-All-Season-Outdoor-Cat-Habitat/
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Fri, 2 Nov 2012 18:38:19 PDT
Make A Banana Split Dog Costume http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-A-Banana-Split-Dog-Costume/
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Fri, 19 Oct 2012 23:11:10 PDT
Shark Fin Dog Harness http://www.instructables.com/id/Shark-Fin-Dog-Harness/
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By: Doggie Stylish

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Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:02:59 PDT
D.I.Y. Doghouse http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Doghouse/
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Fri, 12 Oct 2012 12:11:35 PDT
Duct Tape Dog Panniers http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-Tape-Dog-Panniers/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRJ/8ZQI/GPBDFS5X/FRJ8ZQIGPBDFS5X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRJ/8ZQI/GPBDFS5X/FRJ8ZQIGPBDFS5X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRJ/8ZQI/GPBDFS5X/FRJ8ZQIGPBDFS5X.SMALL.jpg killyourself Tired of carrying around baggies for poop, baggies of poop, leashes or food? Make some of these snazzy Duct Tape Dog Panniers, and have your four legged friend carry their own things. And if your really lazy, you can throw a bunch of your junk in there too. Keys, cell phone, peanut butter sandwich, ...
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Sun, 26 Jun 2011 20:56:20 PDT
Quick Pumpkin Doggy Treats http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Pumpkin-Doggy-Treats/
Quick Pumpkin Doggy Treats - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZZ/NDKH/H742ZAAA/FZZNDKHH742ZAAA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZZ/NDKH/H742ZAAA/FZZNDKHH742ZAAA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZZ/NDKH/H742ZAAA/FZZNDKHH742ZAAA.SMALL.jpg mortipotimus My favourite little nephew came to spend the day with me today! I decided I would make him a special little treat that would be be very healthy for him. This is an extremely easy recipe to make, you only need five ingredients. 1/2 cup pumpkin - fibre and beta carotene, this will help keep your...
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Tue, 18 Sep 2012 10:33:41 PDT
Cat Tray http://www.instructables.com/id/Cat-Tray/
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Thu, 13 Sep 2012 10:03:58 PDT
Catnip Cat Toys http://www.instructables.com/id/Catnip-Cat-Toys/
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Fri, 24 Aug 2012 09:44:31 PDT
Dog collar from a lanyard http://www.instructables.com/id/Dog-collar-from-a-lanyard/
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Tue, 21 Aug 2012 08:29:20 PDT
shark week cat costume http://www.instructables.com/id/shark-week-cat-costume/
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Sat, 11 Aug 2012 18:31:04 PDT
CUSTOM PET FEEDER http://www.instructables.com/id/CUSTOM-PET-FEEDER/
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Thu, 26 Jul 2012 16:44:25 PDT
Duck Deck: Backyard Duck Habitat http://www.instructables.com/id/Duck-Deck-Backyard-Duck-Habitat/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/TSCX/H4VQRB75/F0XTSCXH4VQRB75.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/TSCX/H4VQRB75/F0XTSCXH4VQRB75.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/TSCX/H4VQRB75/F0XTSCXH4VQRB75.SMALL.jpg mcraghead Ramp and deck built around a plastic water trough. All wood is reclaimed from shipping palettes sourced for free. Plastic spigot added to trough, and a ledge dropped in near the surface to help the ducks enter and exit. The ramp was initially a bit narrower and steeper, but one of our ducks is clum...
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Sat, 21 Jul 2012 20:15:35 PDT
Pet Graduation Caps! http://www.instructables.com/id/Pet-Graduation-Caps/
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Thu, 21 Jul 2011 09:08:14 PDT
How To Make An Adjustable Dog Collar http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-An-Adjustable-Dog-Collar/
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Tue, 6 Oct 2009 15:29:20 PDT
$10 Dog Backpack http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Dog-Pack/
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Sun, 14 Aug 2011 16:31:29 PDT
Under water Dry zone for fiddler crabs http://www.instructables.com/id/Under-water-Dry-zone-for-fiddler-crabs/
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Tue, 17 Jul 2012 18:25:46 PDT
Card Board Dog Crate http://www.instructables.com/id/Card-Board-Dog-Crate/
Card Board Dog Crate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/KYYY/H4AFSDU0/F6SKYYYH4AFSDU0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/KYYY/H4AFSDU0/F6SKYYYH4AFSDU0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/KYYY/H4AFSDU0/F6SKYYYH4AFSDU0.SMALL.jpg danlynne07 I love reusing stuff like cardboard. For one, it is cheaper than buying a new item, it's green, and i get a little ego boost by being inventive. This is a great way to reuse one of the worlds most common items,boxes are everywhere. shoot,lots of boxes contain more boxes.lol.(example- big boxes that ...
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Sun, 8 Jul 2012 23:51:15 PDT
Magnetic Cat Toy http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-Cat-Toy/
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Sun, 8 Jul 2012 22:09:44 PDT
Silent Hedghog/Pet Wheel http://www.instructables.com/id/Noiseless-Hedghog-Wheel/
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Thu, 24 May 2012 16:42:57 PDT
How To Make Your Own Dog Shampoo http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Your-Own-Dog-Shampoo/
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Thu, 21 Jun 2012 16:28:04 PDT