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  Ergo Auto Pet Feeder, Small

  Pet Products (Ergo Systems)
  

  Rating (107 reviews):

  (3.5/5)

  

  Vid Demo Works good

  My girlfriend is a vet and says that cats should be feed twice a day the recommended amount on the food can. Open feeding leads to over weight, knee problems and diabetic cats. This feeder works decent. Positives include easy to program, different or same feed times everyday, ability to adjust amount of food easily, chew proof cord and it is quiet. Negatives include auger is easily reached by cat allowing about 10 extra kibbles to fall out if the cat plays with it enough. It only took my cat about a week to figure this out. I have not had any problems since its purchase and my cats no longer wake me for food at 3 am. I built a divider so the food goes into two bowls, one for each cat, and it works good.This unit is pricey but works well. The quality of the product seems cheap for the price, but nothing has malfunctioned. Definitely recommend to anyone who is annoyed in the middle of the night for food or needs to leave the cat alone for a weekend. 4/5 Max Corbett (Columbus, OH) - See all my reviews, October 17, 2007

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  Best on the market but not perfect.

  After several days of research, I decided this model was probably best for feeding dry food to our cats. The precise timing in nice because we have a cat who eats too fast and throws up so we are able to feed her a few kibbles several times a day and avoid that problem. It also allows each of them to eat their own special diet food without trying to steal from the other's dish.My cats also discovered they could get more food by slipping a paw into the auger but we solved that with a small hood made of sheet metal. There is enough room for the food to come out but not enough to get a paw inside. I agree that the company should design a better cover for the auger.The biggest problem we've noticed is that our cats have become very obsessed with food and will scramble madly to get off our lap/bed/etc when they hear the feeder.Overall this feeder has been much more convenient than feeding by hand and lets the cats eat when we are at work. I'm not... 4/5 J. Johnson (Carson City, NV) - See all my reviews, November 20, 2005

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  It is Junk, But.....

  With a little bit of work... Which you shouldn't have to do...I have had 2 of these for 2 years. I used to have problems with the timer locking on and dumping all of the food....I cut the cord off of the timers that came with the units and installed a plug. I then purchased a good digital programmable timer and used this to power both units. I never had an "over feed" again.My Smart cat also learned quite early that he could get food from the auger door... I made a shield out of Lexan that goes under the door to keep him from getting in. He then realized that he could use his 22lbs of mass to knock the entire feeder around and get more food. He doesn't realize that he is robbing from his next meal and seems to be happy with that... Kind of a game I guess....These things were a life saver being that I had to travel for work during the time I had them... I didn't have neighbors close enough to feed them regularly....If you buy them, be... 3/5 B. Walker "bwalker5" (Pleasanton, CA USA) - See all my reviews, February 5, 2006

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  List Price: $120.00
  

  All feeders feature digital timers with battery backup for programs, manual override switch, 8 program settings per day and daylight saving feature

  Helps pets with Reflux Disease

  Helps Diabetes Pets

  Metal over molded self-lubricating nylon auger prevents jamming and provides a smoother and quieter performance of the feeder.

  Helps overweight pets

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  Ergo Outdoor Pet/Pond Feeder, Small

  Pet Products (Ergo Systems)
  

  Rating (1 reviews):

  (3.0/5)

  

  Feeder unit good - timer part is cheap

  The main product works great, a geared down motor spins the auger slowly, durable made unit, comes with covers for outdoor use. The unit itself I recommend for portion control of small to medium dog food pieces etc, which i use it for. One of the mounting plastic pieces where broken on arrival, called the manufacturer (US importer) number and they sent a new one promptly.The timer is another story, the first one worked for 20 minutes, the second one they sent me has issues, wiggling the plugged in plug will contsantly leave the output on, cheap stuff. Resulution is to the second so the chip in it is ok. 3/5 Jon T. Stokkeland "Stokkeland" (Salamanca, NY) - See all my reviews, May 27, 2009

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  List Price: $190.00
  Price: Too low to display
  

  Used for adding a broad spectrum bioactive cultures that have the ability to digest and liquefy organic wastes in septic tanks, pools etc.

  Used to feed dry solid food for animals in zoos and parks

  Used for providing treats to pets as a reward to reinforce pets behavior.

  Used to feed birds with any kind of bird seed.

  Used for adding chemical pellets in swimming pools.

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  Ergo 8-Day Auto Pet Feeder

  Pet Products (Ergo Systems)
  

  Rating (45 reviews):

  (2.5/5)

  

  Works great for cats

  I've been using my ergo petfeeder for two years now and I'm not sure what I would do without it. Our cat would wake us up earlier and earlier each day for her food and meow any time we were in the kitchen. Since we bought this and started using it for her feedings twice a day, she no longer associates us with the source of food. That means we get to sleep in :) and no more meowing in the kitchen.To address a few issues:1) I did have motor issues on my first feeder, but ergo replaced it and it has been working great since2) My cat tried to get into the feeder the first night, but once she realized she couldn't , she hasn't tried since. I have a fairly normal sized 10 lb cat.3)If the recorded voice is getting static-y or the compartment isn't turning fully - it's time to change the batteries4) If the feeder didn't go off at the appointed time, it's most likely that it's not in "autofeed" mode 4/5 C. Hicks (Silver Spring, MD) - See all my reviews, August 3, 2007

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  Worked for a month

  This thing is poorly constructed and the electronics are lousy. It did not hold up to minimal use. We set 6 of the 8 programs so it would feed 6 times per day.After a few weeks, the electronics started to fry: the recorded voice sounded full of static and the tray would not turn fully to the next position, leaving our cat hungry. If you can't rely on this to feed your cat every time, it's not worth having!The plastic top has a round center that "snaps on" and is the "handle" for the top. This fell off and would not snap on again.As far as usability, the top rotates around 8 "bowls" instead of the bowls rotating underneath, which means the "feeding bowl" is constantly moving. If you want to put this in a corner, the "feeding bowl" will sometimes be facing out, and sometimes be nearly inaccessible. This means the unit takes up more space than necessary because it can't be tucked away, it has to be accessible from all sides.I am... 1/5 E. Thompson (San Francisco Bay Area, CA, USA) - See all my reviews, September 30, 2006

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  They didn't think that a cat might try to get at the food?

  This product is a joke. While it might seem hard to believe, there is absolutely nothing to lock the turning lid on to the motor. Nothing screws in or locks in to place. The lid twists on to the middle part, and once you access the timer and/or bowls a couple of times the "twist grooves" loosen up. So when I presented it to my cat for the first time he smelled food to the left compartment (yes there are big gaps for the smell to come through) and promptly pushed the lid to the left exposing half of the compartment with food in it and started to paw it out. Realize that it is the lid that moves, giving the pet leverage to push it off as well as making it impossible to access in a corner. Even the motor has some give to it, you can push the lid to the right (which would tighten the lid in the grooves) but it still moves a good inch, which even if the pet can't get the food it should at least infuriate him! It's not even possible they tested this product with real animals. 1/5 Manzanilla Olives "Manzanilla" (Florida) - See all my reviews This review is from: Ergo 8-Day Auto Pet Feeder (Misc.) This product is a joke. While it might seem hard to believe, there is absolutely nothing to lock the turning lid on to the motor. Nothing screws in or locks in to place. The lid twists on to the middle part, and once you access the timer and/or bowls a couple of times the "twist grooves" loosen up. So when I presented it to my cat for the first time he smelled food to the left compartment (yes there are big gaps for the smell to come through) and promptly pushed the lid to the left exposing half of the compartment with food in it and started to paw it out. Realize that it is the lid that moves, giving the pet leverage to push it off as well as making it impossible to access in a corner. Even the motor has some give to it, you can push the lid to the right (which would tighten the lid in the grooves) but it still moves a good inch, which even if the pet can't get the food it should at least infuriate him! It's not even possible they tested this product with real animals. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , April 18, 2007

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  List Price: $80.00
  Price: $78.95
  You Save: $1.05 (1%)

  Provides wet canned food for pets that have to be given canned food.

  8 Day feeder - Holds over 96 ozs of food - 12 ozs of canned food or dry food per compartment.

  Includes cool pack to keep food fresh up to 8 hours

  Removeable bowl for easy cleaning

  Veterinarian recommended for diabetic pets.

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  Auto Pet Bowl - Small

  CE (Autopetfeeder)
  

  Rating (5 reviews):

  (1.2/5)

  

  Oh No!

  OK, maybe hi-tech is not the way to go! This thing "senses" when your animal comes near and opens to give it fresh food. Good in theory BUT...It also senses ANY movement near it-mom sweeping up, cat going to the litter box etc. I have a cat who hangs out in the freezer and runs to greet anyone who comes in the door. He is def. not a scared cat, but he avoids this thing like the plague. It sometimes even closes while he's eating. I do not like it, needs too many batteries and I would never depend on it to feed him while I'm gone. Also, they have to be right in front of it, a little off to the side and it won't open. The timer ones might be loud, but at least your cat is getting food. 1/5 cece "rdng tchr" (RPB,FL) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) OK, maybe hi-tech is not the way to go! This thing "senses" when your animal comes near and opens to give it fresh food. Good in theory BUT...It also senses ANY movement near it-mom sweeping up, cat going to the litter box etc. I have a cat who hangs out in the freezer and runs to greet anyone who comes in the door. He is def. not a scared cat, but he avoids this thing like the plague. It sometimes even closes while he's eating. I do not like it, needs too many batteries and I would never depend on it to feed him while I'm gone. Also, they have to be right in front of it, a little off to the side and it won't open. The timer ones might be loud, but at least your cat is getting food. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , May 31, 2008

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  Poorly made

  This bowl is very, very light weight. it is also very small. It does not always open when it should. It is loud too. Returns were easy. I wish it did work though- good concept. 1/5 Chocoholic "Vixen" (Somewhere, USA) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Auto Pet Bowl - Small (Electronics) This bowl is very, very light weight. it is also very small. It does not always open when it should. It is loud too. Returns were easy. I wish it did work though- good concept. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , December 14, 2010

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  Didn't work on the floor; lid slapped shut, etc.

  Returned this because it would not work consistently. On my kitchen counter it worked, but the lid slapped shut - too spooky for the cats.Unit would not function on the hardwood floor for some reason, but on carpet or on the kitchen counter it did work, though inconsistently. 1/5 A. Thompson (South Carolina) - See all my reviews, January 18, 2009

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  List Price: $36.00
  Price: $31.99
  You Save: $4.01 (11%)

  Ideal for feeding all kinds of small pets

  Adjustable infrared sensors to detect pets presence

  Operates on 4AA batteries

  Removable SS bowl for easy maintenance

  Can be placed anywhere at home

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  Auto Pet Feeder - Medium

  Pet Products (Autopetfeeder)
  

  Rating (31 reviews):

  (3.5/5)

  

  Poorly designed, but it did feed my cat

  I bought this originally to feed my young cat (9 months) while I was away for a long weekend. I went with the medium size for more capacity, and I had heard people recommend it no matter how big your animal is. The product itself works great; I've never had any issues and my cat is always fed at the same time.The primary issue with this feeder is the opening. Almost everyone had said the cover was insufficient and the animal would either chew it off or constant try to get more food out of the hole. Knowing this, I planned on using the common remedy of a plastic bottle top, duct taped to the front, with the bottom cut out to allow food to fall. This was about as useful as the original cap. I rescued a cat from a shelter, who originally came from a household with too many pets, where I imagined there was competition for food. Even at the shelter, food is only given in doses at certain times. So when it comes to food, Maurice is ravenous. He has climbed walls,... 4/5 Whiskers McFur (USA) - See all my reviews I bought this originally to feed my young cat (9 months) while I was away for a long weekend. I went with the medium size for more capacity, and I had heard people recommend it no matter how big your animal is. The product itself works great; I've never had any issues and my cat is always fed at the same time.The primary issue with this feeder is the opening. Almost everyone had said the cover was insufficient and the animal would either chew it off or constant try to get more food out of the hole. Knowing this, I planned on using the common remedy of a plastic bottle top, duct taped to the front, with the bottom cut out to allow food to fall. This was about as useful as the original cap. I rescued a cat from a shelter, who originally came from a household with too many pets, where I imagined there was competition for food. Even at the shelter, food is only given in doses at certain times. So when it comes to food, Maurice is ravenous. He has climbed walls,... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 3, 2007

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  Very poorly designed

  The biggest problem with this item is unreliability: it does NOT dispense food in a predictable manner; in fact the last time we used it, the entire contents of the jar was dispensed. Naturally, the dog ate the whole ten pounds of food. This is not acceptable performance from a product that is supposed to prevent overeating and bloat.Prior to using unattended, we filled and programmed it as described, and measured the amount of food dispensed each day. What should have been one cup of dry food ranged between five kernels and two cups.As it comes from the factory, there are many sharp edges in the area where your dog would lick, to get at the food -- these had to be filed and sanded smooth to prevent injury. The bowl is advertised as being easy to remove: too easy. We had to secure it with heavy tape to keep our dog from knocking it loose while eating.Worst of all, there is no recourse for the unhappy customer; the seller has a policy of refusing to... 1/5 M. Rohde - See all my reviews, October 6, 2005

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  Great for busy people

  Pros:I origianlly bought the larger food dispenser for my 2 cats when I went away last year on vacation. It made it easier for the pet sitter and I knew they were being fed the right amount. Working full time and going to school full time makes it difficult to always feed my pets on time. Now with this feeder, all my little guys are fed 4 small meals daily. It was really easy to set up & I will be getting another small one for my new puppy.Cons:Trial and error with food amounts (it dispenses based on time, not amount of food, which varies depending on kibble size.) My cats became wise to where the food comes out and broke off the cap that covers where the food dispenses from by pawing at it to get the food out (this was only held in place by small plastic pins on a hinge). I just taped it back on and it works well now, but the cap will not keep a cat from getting its paw under where the food comes out from. They only get a few kibbles, so it woulnd... 4/5 R. Robinson "pet lover" (California) - See all my reviews, August 26, 2006

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  List Price: $176.00
  Price: $128.99
  You Save: $47.01 (27%)

  Digital timer for continuous timed feedings

  For Pets 15 - 40 lbs

  Auto Pet Feeder Features : Auto Pet Feeder Has A Compact And Pleasing Design. Can Be Kept Anywhere A

  Light Gray

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  Auto Pet Feeder - Small

  CE (Autopetfeeder)
  

  Rating (8 reviews):

  (2.6/5)

  

  Buyer Beware!!!!!

  Piece of junk. The auger stopped working. Contacted Brookstone for refund or replacement and they would not stand by their product. Had to call company and they sent me the parts that I have to install myself. Very upset. 1/5 James E. Gleckler (Moscow, ID) - See all my reviews, July 19, 2010

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  Loved it while it worked

  This was great for a while, but the agitator inside the food canister no longer engages with the motor. The auger still works, so any food that can fall down will be fed, but the rest may stay in the canister unless it can be knocked loose to make it fall into the auger.I took it apart to try to repair it and the motor assembly has the gear assembly for the agitator within it, so it was not easily repaired. Have not tried to contact manufacturer yet. 1/5 B. Robertson "movie watcher" - See all my reviews, April 23, 2009

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  Great machine until it breaks.

  We have used this machine for 3-4 years - worked great. Then had the cap on the auger system break, which isn't that big of a deal but coming back to the company to buy replacement parts will cost you a fortune for a 3 oz pc of plastic. Their customer service is obviously overseas based and very tough to understand. I would look at other options before buying the unit. 3/5 MN FishMan - See all my reviews This review is from: Auto Pet Feeder - Small (Electronics) We have used this machine for 3-4 years - worked great. Then had the cap on the auger system break, which isn't that big of a deal but coming back to the company to buy replacement parts will cost you a fortune for a 3 oz pc of plastic. Their customer service is obviously overseas based and very tough to understand. I would look at other options before buying the unit. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , February 24, 2012

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  List Price: $164.00
  Price: $120.94
  You Save: $43.06 (26%)

  Can be kept anywhere

  Compact and pleasing design

  Image May Vary - Please See Product Title for Actual Size and Color!

  Detachable bowl for easy cleaning

  Veterinarian recommended for diabetic pets

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  Auto Pet Feeder Electronic Mini Feeder

  Pet Products (Ergo Systems)
  

  Rating (1 reviews):

  (1.0/5)

  

  "MINI" is no joke!

  There wasn't much information about this product when I ordered, but I took the chance, naively thinking it would hold 3 to 5 pounds of food. Ha! Try about 3 cups, which is 9 days for my cat. It looked like a scene from Godzilla in my kitchen as the cat towered over the miniature machine. I mean, CatZilla! Thank goodness my laughter is suppressing the frustration of having to send it back. It's a hilariously, odd, tiny size; like a clown car, you can't help but chuckle. Photo: [...]Joking aside, it's a devise for fish or birds, but cat or small dog owners should not make the same mistake I did. This is NOT SUITABLE FOR SMALL MAMMALS.Also, mine shipped without the bowl attachment. It is not sturdy; after filling it I accidentally picked it up by the top half which easily detached and resulted in 3 cups of food all over the floor. (So far, my cat is loving this machine!) I also find it a bit ridiculous that it takes 4 C batteries, comprising almost a... 1/5 Abby - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Auto Pet Feeder Electronic Mini Feeder (Misc.) There wasn't much information about this product when I ordered, but I took the chance, naively thinking it would hold 3 to 5 pounds of food. Ha! Try about 3 cups, which is 9 days for my cat. It looked like a scene from Godzilla in my kitchen as the cat towered over the miniature machine. I mean, CatZilla! Thank goodness my laughter is suppressing the frustration of having to send it back. It's a hilariously, odd, tiny size; like a clown car, you can't help but chuckle. Photo: [...]Joking aside, it's a devise for fish or birds, but cat or small dog owners should not make the same mistake I did. This is NOT SUITABLE FOR SMALL MAMMALS.Also, mine shipped without the bowl attachment. It is not sturdy; after filling it I accidentally picked it up by the top half which easily detached and resulted in 3 cups of food all over the floor. (So far, my cat is loving this machine!) I also find it a bit ridiculous that it takes 4 C batteries, comprising almost a... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 16, 2011

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  List Price: $120.00
  Price: $95.90
  You Save: $24.10 (20%)

  The feeder features a digital timer with battery backup for programs. The timer allows 8 programs per day of your choice

  Patented design and Veterinarian recommended

  Electronic Mini Feeder comes with bowl. The feeder works with four ?C? batteries and may also be used with a transformer

  Airtight lid on storage container keeps food fresh. Has a detachable storage container for easy cleaning. Additional stackable food storage containers are also available to increase storage capacity

  Automatic Pet Feeder works with all types of small pets. Has a compact and pleasing design and can be ikept anywhere in home

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  Ergo Auto Pet Waterer, Small

  Pet Products (Ergo Systems)
  

  Rating (21 reviews):

  (2.8/5)

  

  Best waterer I have purchased

  The ERGO automatic filtered pet waterer is the best waterer I have ever purchased. The previous waterer was a Drinkwell Big Dog Waterer. It did not have the capacity the ERGO waterer has which is a big benefit considering I have two labrador retrievers. The ERGO waterer has a prefilter which keeps debris out of the pump. I have owned this waterer for almost a year and am still very satisfied with it. It is very easy to keep clean, much easier than the previous waterer. The pump is adjustable and has lasted longer than the one in the Drinkwell waterer. The only thing is the manual does not tell you to put water in the well were the filter is located. By doing this, the pump is primed much faster, ensuring the water circulates well. A small item compared to all the benefits of this waterer. 5/5 wwcanis - See all my reviews The ERGO automatic filtered pet waterer is the best waterer I have ever purchased. The previous waterer was a Drinkwell Big Dog Waterer. It did not have the capacity the ERGO waterer has which is a big benefit considering I have two labrador retrievers. The ERGO waterer has a prefilter which keeps debris out of the pump. I have owned this waterer for almost a year and am still very satisfied with it. It is very easy to keep clean, much easier than the previous waterer. The pump is adjustable and has lasted longer than the one in the Drinkwell waterer. The only thing is the manual does not tell you to put water in the well were the filter is located. By doing this, the pump is primed much faster, ensuring the water circulates well. A small item compared to all the benefits of this waterer. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , December 18, 2007

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  A good product (not to replace human care)

  After a month of investigating automated pet feeding and watering devices for my pet cat, I finally selected this two gallon model by Ergo Systems. It was not an easy process, many of the consumer product reviews regarding the various available models seemed to be either plugs or diatribes. Clerks at local pet stores tried to be helpful, but none of the stores I visited carry these devices in stock so close inspection and particular model recommendations were unobtainable. The best they could offer were vendor recommendations based on reputation. I finally made my decision based on design specifications, vendor highlighted features, and the most discernibly objective reviews available.The only criticism I have for this waterer is that it must be taken apart to be properly cleaned but the benefits of providing our cat with running, oxygenated water are worth the minor inconvenience. Disassembly/assembly can be completed by memory after initial assembly. It did take a day... 4/5 tstaton "tstaton" (Lexington, KY United States) - See all my reviews This review is from: Ergo Auto Pet Waterer, Small (Misc.) After a month of investigating automated pet feeding and watering devices for my pet cat, I finally selected this two gallon model by Ergo Systems. It was not an easy process, many of the consumer product reviews regarding the various available models seemed to be either plugs or diatribes. Clerks at local pet stores tried to be helpful, but none of the stores I visited carry these devices in stock so close inspection and particular model recommendations were unobtainable. The best they could offer were vendor recommendations based on reputation. I finally made my decision based on design specifications, vendor highlighted features, and the most discernibly objective reviews available.The only criticism I have for this waterer is that it must be taken apart to be properly cleaned but the benefits of providing our cat with running, oxygenated water are worth the minor inconvenience. Disassembly/assembly can be completed by memory after initial assembly. It did take a day... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , February 7, 2008

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  GOOD PRODUCT GONE BAD

  I purchased this product a few of years ago. Initially it seemed to be a good product. It lasted for several months, and then the problems set in.1) The dispensing bowl is attached to the reservoir bowl by two plastic nuts that thread onto two threaded plastic shafts extending from the dispensing bowl. There is also a small plastic tube that extends from the dispensing bowl, and fits into a receptacle in the reservoir bowl body. The tube is sealed to the receptacle by two small recessed O-rings. These O-rings are junk. During assembly the O-rings will twist and bind against each other preventing a good seal. Which in turn, will result in an empty waterer and a flooded floor? - My fix, use a food grade silicone to seal the tube to the receptacle. Problem solved; no big deal.2) The filters that are used with this unit are also complete junk. They are a multi-layered filter, with each layer of filtration "supposedly" providing a beneficial purpose. However, this... 1/5 T. Fogerty (New Mexico) - See all my reviews, December 14, 2010

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  List Price: $80.00
  

  Reduces Kidney and Lever problems

  Keeps pets with Chronic Renal Failure hydrated

  Reduces the chance of your pet getting Urinary Tract Diseases

  No spill check valve makes no mess when refilling and transporting

  Unique 8 layed filter & automatic aeration sustem guarantees algae free water

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  Autopetfeeder 2000Pfs Outdoor Pond Feeder - Small

  Lawn & Patio
  

  Compact Design - fits just about anywhere

  Safety interlock switch and safety basket disables the feeder in the event the storage container is

  Airtight cover for storage container keeps food fresh.

  Works for all outdoor pet feeding applications

  Dispenses approximately 1.0 oz per minute

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