Aquarium lighting for healthier plants

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Plants are 100% dependent on light for their existence, without it they would perish. Plants are indispensible in an aquarium, not only do they provide one of the most pleasing aesthetic elements, but they are also one of nature’s primary filter systems in an aquatic environment. keep reading »

Pond & Fish Care for Winter

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With freezing temperatures in New Zealand and many of us waking up to icy conditions, if you have a pond you need to consider how to help your pond fish, pond plants and equipment survive the Winter chill.  We borrowed this superb article from the Hagen UK team (so you may need to adjust the advice if your regions temperature here in NZ isn’t quite as low as the temperatures they have to deal with in the UK) with a variety of options to suit your conditions. keep reading »

Installing a Laguna pond filter

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Laguna Pressure-flo filters are some of the best filters on the market. The range is extensive and covers all your requirements of a pond filter system. We have a simple step by step guide to installing your filter, and some handing hints on placement.

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Keeping your cat active

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If your cat needs a little fun, and something to challenge him/her, then maybe you need a treat dispensing cat toy. Cats senses are not fully challenged during a lazy day laying about, they need stimulation and challenges to mentally stimulate them. keep reading »