For many aquarium owners there is a choice between sand and gravel when it comes to their aquarium substrate. The reasons behind this choice of substrate can be varied; some base this decision on aesthetics, and others on the types of fish and plants they keep.
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Posted by Tamsin Hegarty
Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011
Two Awards for Seapets were received in last Fridays post which caused us great excitement, Winner of the Online Retailer award as voted by Practical Fishkeeping magazine readers and another award showing our shops are among the Top 40 Aquatic Shops in the UK.
We have often thought we should make an effort to advertise ourselves more to our customers when this competition is running, but time just flies by when we are busy and we completely forgot all about the awards, so it was a really nice surprise for all of us.
A really big thank you to all of our customers and especially the ones that took the trouble to vote for us, we really appreciate your kind response to this vote. It also encourages our whole team to keep up the good work and try to get even better.
Posted by Jerry Arnold
Posted in Company News
Friday, November 18th, 2011
With Christmas fast approaching Seapets has a wide range of gift ideas for every member of the family. Why not look at our ranges of smaller aquariums designed specifically for children, such as the Spongebob or Dora Starter Kits or the colour themed Aqua One Aquastart 320t which will be a perfect match in any bedroom. For Mum there is the stylish Biorb Aquariums or the new 46 litre Fluval Edge Aquarium, and for Dad the larger Juwel or Aqua One aquariums fit nicely into any home. More
Posted by Tamsin Hegarty
Posted in General
Monday, June 20th, 2011
Skinks come in many varieties and types, differing in size and colour dramatically. Arguably the most popular type of skink is the eastern or common blue tongued skink which can grow to around 12-20 (30-50cm) inches and can live for a whopping 10-20 years.
Skins are characterised by the small legs and almost snake like appearance. In the wild they often live on the forest floor and because of their short legs, aren’t as quick as other lizards, relatively speaking. Fortunately they are one of the more laid back and docile types of lizard, and can subsequently be handled, allowing owners to build a significant bond with their pet. More
Posted by Jerry Arnold
Friday, May 6th, 2011
Previously we have studied some of the most common types of pet lizard here in the UK, a list that included the ever popular Leopard Gecko. Leopard Geckos make fantastic pets, they are widely available, relatively easy to care for and also docile lizards. Below are some of the key points to consider as a Leopard Gecko owner: More
Posted by Tamsin Hegarty
Saturday, April 9th, 2011
Having taken a look at some of the more popular pet lizards previously, exploring how to care for these animals in more detail is an advisable next step, particularly if you are considering getting your very own bearded dragon.
The bearded dragon is the common term used to refer to the Pogona genus of lizards. They call the arid woodland of Australia home and can be often found in trees and bushes. The most popular species kept as pets are pogona vitticeps, the Central Bearded Dragon. More
Posted by Tamsin Hegarty
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011
With millions of reptiles being kept as pets here in the UK they are rapidly becoming one of the nation’s most loved types of pet. Whilst they may not be the cuddliest of animals, reptiles and particularly lizards provide joy to millions. With so many types of lizard available however, choosing one can be difficult, which is why we’re presenting the 5 most popular pet lizards More
Posted by Tamsin Hegarty
Monday, March 14th, 2011
To continue our blog series on keeping a pet rabbit, the subject of what to feed your bunny needs to be highlighted. A rabbit’s diet should be diverse; not only to ensure that your bunny receives all of their required nutrients, but also to ensure that they are interested in their food in the variety of foods on offer.
Grass hay should form the largest constituent of your rabbit’s diet and should be provided to them in abundance. Hay provides rabbits with plenty of fibre that can help to keep their gut in order and their intestines working efficiently, preventing digestive problems in the long term. Hay can be supplemented by fresh grass as well by letting your rabbit out into the garden to enjoy the greenery. More
Posted by Tamsin Hegarty
Friday, February 18th, 2011
Once you have chosen the breed of rabbit you think will be most suitable for you and your family it is important to find somewhere for the rabbit to spend its time. There are hundreds of rabbit cages and hutches available on the market making choosing a process of careful consideration.
It will also be important to decide whether your rabbit will be an indoor or outdoor animal as this is likely to determine the type of cage or hutch that will be appropriate. It is worth remembering that even indoor rabbits will need somewhere peaceful so that they can rest and relax. Many rabbit owners choose to have an outdoor hutch and an indoor home; the outdoor cage for when the rabbit is kept in the garden and a smaller home for bringing the rabbit indoors at night or if the weather is bad. More
Posted by Jerry Arnold
Thursday, February 10th, 2011
Hopefully you have read our previous post on the benefits of owning your very own pet rabbit, in it we explored rabbit ownership and how through love and care it is possible that your rabbit will be an important member of the family.
Before heading out to buy your rabbit it is important to decide whether your pet will be an indoor or outdoor animal. If you are considering keeping your rabbit outside then it is important to realise that you will still need to include them in family life, socialising with them daily, if you are planning on keeping a house rabbit then it is equally important to ‘rabbit proof’ the house so that it cannot chew through any electrical wiring for instance. More
Posted by Jamil Shehadeh
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