Safe for humans, pets and the enviroment
1 handful non-iodized salt Over time, mineral deposits and other buildup can make the inside of your fish tank look a little cloudy. And what’s the point of having fish if you can’t enjoy watching them? Because fish are especially sensitive to environmental pollution, it’s best to avoid harsh chemicals when cleaning their tanks. Instead, […]
Use white vinegar to clean the mineral deposits that accumulate at the top of your fish tank. Soak some paper towels in the vinegar and simply wipe around the inside of the tank where the water has evaporated and left the white mineral deposits. You can also use vinegar to clean aquarium ornaments. It is […]
1 handful lemon peel 1 handful coffee grounds If the neighborhood cat has mistaken your garden for a litter box, lemon peels will make the area a lot less inviting. Use a food processor to chop up a handful of peels and then mix them with your leftover coffee grounds. Scatter the mixture along the […]
There’s no need to buy the more expensive fragrance-filled brands of cat litter when you have some extra baking soda in the house. Fill the litter box halfway with cat litter and then spread a layer of baking soda (about 1 cup or 220g), followed by another layer of litter.
1/2 cup (125ml) vinegar 1/2 cup (125ml) water If your cats have a bad habit of fighting with one another or scratching upholstery, a bit of vinegar might be all you need to correct unwanted behavior. Fill a spray bottle with equal parts vinegar and water. If you come upon your cats fighting one another, […]
2 or 3 handfuls baking soda A sick pet can lead to all kinds of undesirable stains-from grass to bile to whatever was most recently in the food bowl- so make it a point to have some baking soda on hand for fast action. Start by sprinkling baking soda on the mess to neutralize the […]
1 tablespoon (15ml) vinegar 1 tablespoon (15ml) water 1 tablespoon (15ml) hydrogen peroxide Long-eared dogs tend to be more vulnerable to ear problems because the floppy nature of their ears makes a ripe breeding ground for moisture-loving yeast and bacteria. If your pet is prone to such problems, help keep Fido’s ears clean with a […]