Instructables: exploring - living - pets - cage - featured http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 23:21:50 PDT BLOX v1.01 The Cats Tower http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Cats-Tower/
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Mon, 3 Dec 2012 04:01:20 PST
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
Luxury Turtle Pen http://www.instructables.com/id/Luxury-Turtle-Pen/
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Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:13:21 PDT
Build an indoor rabbit cage http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-an-indoor-rabbit-cage/
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Sun, 19 Feb 2012 16:28:36 PST
BigDog Murphybed And Fold-Up-Kennel http://www.instructables.com/id/Doggy-Daybed-With-Hide-a-Kennel/
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Tue, 7 Feb 2012 17:09:11 PST
How to build your own cage for hamster. 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://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7K/HUC1/GVIYN864/F7KHUC1GVIYN864.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7K/HUC1/GVIYN864/F7KHUC1GVIYN864.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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...
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Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:50:37 PST
Indoor/Outdoor Rabbit Hutch http://www.instructables.com/id/IndoorOutdoor-Rabbit-Hutch/
Indoor/Outdoor Rabbit Hutch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/9V0N/GUR6IKBK/F6P9V0NGUR6IKBK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/9V0N/GUR6IKBK/F6P9V0NGUR6IKBK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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...
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Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:06:20 PST
Tortoise Habitat http://www.instructables.com/id/Tortoise-Habitat/
Tortoise Habitat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/BNXI/GQ5QCJOO/FLVBNXIGQ5QCJOO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/BNXI/GQ5QCJOO/FLVBNXIGQ5QCJOO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/BNXI/GQ5QCJOO/FLVBNXIGQ5QCJOO.SMALL.jpg stevequag When my African Sulcata tortoise (George!) was first hatched 4 years ago in August of 2007 I was completely overwhelmed with how to properly care for him and house the little guy.  He will eventually get 50-100 pounds and will be gigantic (among the top three largest species of tortoise).  Due to hi...
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Wed, 27 Jul 2011 18:36:48 PDT
Coolest Guinea Pig House http://www.instructables.com/id/Guinea-Pig-House/
Coolest Guinea Pig House - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/0HWR/GJHVL5RN/FS60HWRGJHVL5RN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/0HWR/GJHVL5RN/FS60HWRGJHVL5RN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/0HWR/GJHVL5RN/FS60HWRGJHVL5RN.SMALL.jpg Funkytime I shared with you Louisa's last years birthday present, the IKEA grocery store, and today I'd like to share the World's Coolest Guinea Pig House ever! When we bought our guinea pigs Emil and Sunday, we looked for a cage as well. But we did not see anything we liked, they all looked the same: bori...
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Tue, 1 Feb 2011 12:57:59 PST
Make a Birdy Backpack, to Carry a Pet Bird (or Two). http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Birdy-Backpack-to-Carry-a-Pet-Bird-or-Two/
Make a Birdy Backpack, to Carry a Pet Bird (or Two). - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/ZW57/GB5HCSKC/F4UZW57GB5HCSKC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/ZW57/GB5HCSKC/F4UZW57GB5HCSKC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/ZW57/GB5HCSKC/F4UZW57GB5HCSKC.SMALL.jpg olivelilli Want to take your bird(s) out for a walk?  Attach a birdcage to a backpack frame.  Easy! Choose a Cage Find a cage which suits your bird and is a good size for you to carry. Find a Backpack I found a comfortable backpack with a light aluminium frame at a local charity shop. Attach the Cag...
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Sat, 3 Jul 2010 04:51:35 PDT
Terrarium / vivarium waterproof rock work for frogs and amphibians http://www.instructables.com/id/Terrarium-vivarium-waterproof-rock-work-for-frog/
Terrarium / vivarium waterproof rock work for frogs and amphibians - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/YHX9/GAPV3FR1/FGPYHX9GAPV3FR1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/YHX9/GAPV3FR1/FGPYHX9GAPV3FR1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/YHX9/GAPV3FR1/FGPYHX9GAPV3FR1.SMALL.jpg weiblen.c This instructable will guide you through the steps required to build a customized animal habitat, which will provide your exotic pets with a healthy and stimulating environment. The final animal enclosure consists of a waterproof glass aquarium with a large planter, vertical climbing wall, and wate...
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Sun, 27 Jun 2010 18:41:28 PDT
Make a fake rock cave/basking spot for a reptile cage. http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-fake-rock-cavebasking-spot-for-a-reptile-c/
Make a fake rock cave/basking spot for a reptile cage. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/BVXZ/FJ4VI7G0/FXGBVXZFJ4VI7G0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/BVXZ/FJ4VI7G0/FXGBVXZFJ4VI7G0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/BVXZ/FJ4VI7G0/FXGBVXZFJ4VI7G0.SMALL.jpg RedHandFilms Here I'll show you how to make a fake rock cave/basking spot for your reptile cage. This is one I've made for my Bearded Dragon, Viggo. Design! This is my original design I made months ago. The design has changed since then, but this illustrates the basic concept of what I wanted to make. A large...
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Sat, 26 Jul 2008 18:07:14 PDT
Make your chinchilla's cage bigger. http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-chinchillas-cage-bigger/
Make your chinchilla's cage bigger. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUX/MZXT/G0KQLKEL/FUXMZXTG0KQLKEL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUX/MZXT/G0KQLKEL/FUXMZXTG0KQLKEL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUX/MZXT/G0KQLKEL/FUXMZXTG0KQLKEL.SMALL.jpg jmitch77 A little while ago we rescued a chinchilla.  His cage came with him but it was just too small for such a busy little animal.  He loved his time out of his cage but due to busy lives and kids with short attention spans he couldn't spend a lot of time out and about exercising.  I had a limited budget ...
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Mon, 2 Nov 2009 16:09:28 PST
How to Build a Hermit Crab (or other small critter) Cage http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-Hermit-Crab-or-other-small-critter/
How to Build a Hermit Crab (or other small critter) Cage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F5O/PGE6/FYIZH2AS/F5OPGE6FYIZH2AS.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F5O/PGE6/FYIZH2AS/F5OPGE6FYIZH2AS.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F5O/PGE6/FYIZH2AS/F5OPGE6FYIZH2AS.SMALL.jpg samfelis This instructable will provide you with the details on how to build a hermit crab cage. If you're not a fan of hermit crabs, you could use it for hamsters. Or lizards. Or mice. Or...well, you get the idea.The kids decided they wanted to get hermit crabs this summer, but when I saw the price of n...
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Thu, 20 Aug 2009 06:01:40 PDT
Reptile tank heating and lighting guide http://www.instructables.com/id/Reptile-tank-heating-and-lighting-guide/
Reptile tank heating and lighting guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/ZCH4/FOWZOP8T/FLLZCH4FOWZOP8T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/ZCH4/FOWZOP8T/FLLZCH4FOWZOP8T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLL/ZCH4/FOWZOP8T/FLLZCH4FOWZOP8T.SMALL.jpg iPodGuy In this instructable, I will try to make an in-depth and comprehensive guide to the different types of heating and lighting products that are available in the pet market.Gather as much information as possible on a reptile prior to purchasing it so you will be prepared to meet the specific lighting a...
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Wed, 31 Dec 2008 10:22:15 PST
A better "Rat Pinata" http://www.instructables.com/id/A-better-Rat-Pinata/
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Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:13:29 PDT
How to make a cage hammock http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-cage-hammock/
How to make a cage hammock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/OUFP/FH7APFNF/FW3OUFPFH7APFNF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/OUFP/FH7APFNF/FW3OUFPFH7APFNF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/OUFP/FH7APFNF/FW3OUFPFH7APFNF.SMALL.jpg jgodsey This is a good all purpose set of instructions to make any size cage hammock for cat, kitten or ferret. It is non specific because it is intended for recycled materials. Reuse whatever appropriate materials you have at hand. But the design is basically the same. Hammocks can be made with clips a...
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Sun, 8 Jun 2008 11:26:14 PDT
Building a Chicken Tractor, the LONG and DIFFICULT Way! (UPDATED!) http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-Chicken-Tractor-the-LONG-and-DIFFICULT/
Building a Chicken Tractor, the LONG and DIFFICULT Way! (UPDATED!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/I87O/FH1GF886/F9RI87OFH1GF886.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/I87O/FH1GF886/F9RI87OFH1GF886.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/I87O/FH1GF886/F9RI87OFH1GF886.SMALL.jpg FireBAT For my first Instructable, I'll show you how NOT to build a Chicken Tractor, which is a portable, enclosed pen for chickens. Each day you can move it to a new part of the lawn, so the chickens inside can get fresh grass. This design turned out to be pretty cheap, not too ugly, and easy to move arou...
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Wed, 4 Jun 2008 20:58:02 PDT
Bird cage (mansion) http://www.instructables.com/id/Bird-cage-mansion/
Bird cage (mansion) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/Q3M2/FD2IBS1A/FYRQ3M2FD2IBS1A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/Q3M2/FD2IBS1A/FYRQ3M2FD2IBS1A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/Q3M2/FD2IBS1A/FYRQ3M2FD2IBS1A.SMALL.jpg Aniki I just hate conventional bird cages. they look so plastic and cheap, have ugly colours or look too much like prisons. I want something else, but at the same time i want an easy to maintain cage. IKEA materials so, take: -An Ikea Fjus -MDF plating -MDF base coating -A(n animal 'friendly') stain ...
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Tue, 26 Feb 2008 10:01:56 PST
A Free Range Habitat for Meller's and other Large Chameleons http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Free-Range-Habitat-for-Mellers-and-other-Large-/
A Free Range Habitat for Meller's and other Large Chameleons - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/1LD8/F9AZJVFT/FGJ1LD8F9AZJVFT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/1LD8/F9AZJVFT/FGJ1LD8F9AZJVFT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/1LD8/F9AZJVFT/FGJ1LD8F9AZJVFT.SMALL.jpg GibbonsRock This instructible will show you how we designed and constructed a free-range habitat for our pet Meller's Chameleons. Meller's Chameleons are a particularly large species, growing almost two feet in length. To give them the space they need to thrive, we designed and built a large climate-controll...
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Thu, 31 Jan 2008 21:24:18 PST