Zoo Med Angled Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs

Soft-Tip Angled Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs for Reptiles, Birds, and Fish

Product Description

Zoo Med Angled Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs combine reliable stainless steel construction with an angled soft tip for easier feeding. At 10 inches long, they are ideal for reptiles, birds, small animals, and aquarium fish, from aquatic turtles and large cichlids to baby birds. Using tongs is also more hygienic than hand feeding with your fingers.

Benefits

• Angled Soft Tip: An angled soft tip makes feeding easier, and product details note it is designed for safety.
• Stainless Steel Build: Made from stainless steel, building on Zoo Med's reliable line of feeding tongs for everyday use.
• 10 Inch Reach: The 10 Inch length keeps your hand at a distance while you offer food to your pet.
• More Hygienic Feeding: Zoo Med notes that feeding with tongs is more hygienic than using your fingers at mealtime.
• Versatile for Many Pets: Ideal for reptiles, birds, small animals, and aquarium fish, including aquatic turtles and large cichlids.
• Great for Marine Feeding: Zoo Med recommends them for hand-feeding marine triggerfish and other marine invertebrates in home aquariums.

Specifications

How to Use

Recommended Usage Chart

Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed and speak with your vet for any queries you have about your pet's health.

Usage Instructions

• Clean Before First Use: Clean the tongs with mild soap and warm water, then rinse and dry them before first use.
• Grip the Food: Hold food gently with the angled soft tip so it stays secure without being crushed.
• Offer at Your Pet's Level: Bring the food slowly toward your pet, using the angle to reach it comfortably in its habitat.
• Feeding in Aquariums: For aquarium fish or aquatic turtles, hold food near the surface or where your pet feeds.
• Rinse After Each Use: Rinse the tongs after every feeding and dry them fully before storing them away safely.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Move Slowly: Use slow steady movements so you do not startle your pet during feeding time at home.
• Clean Between Pets: Wash the tongs between animals or tanks to avoid transferring food residue between habitats.
• Feeding Use Only: Use the tongs only for feeding, and keep them out of reach of young children.

Storage Information

• Let Them Dry: Once washed, make sure the tongs are completely dry before putting them away with your other feeding supplies.
• Cool, Dry Place: Keep the tongs in a cool, dry place away from moisture between uses to keep them clean.

Shipping & Return

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Which pets are these tongs for?

Ans: Zoo Med says the tongs are ideal for feeding reptiles, birds, small animals, and aquarium fish. Examples include hand-feeding marine triggerfish, marine invertebrates, large cichlids, aquatic turtles, and baby birds, making them useful in many types of habitats at home.

Q2: What does the angled soft tip do?

Ans: Zoo Med added an angled soft tip to its stainless steel feeding tongs for easier feeding and product details note the soft tip is designed for safety. The angle helps you reach your pet comfortably while offering food gently at mealtime.

Q3: How long are the tongs?

Ans: Zoo Med lists the Angled Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs at 10 inches, and product details give dimensions of 10 x 1.7 x 0.8 inches. This length lets you offer food while keeping your hand a comfortable distance from your pet.

Q4: Why use tongs instead of my hands?

Ans: Zoo Med says feeding with tongs is more hygienic than using your fingers. The 10-inch stainless steel tongs also make it easy to offer your pet its favorite foods, according to product details, while keeping your hands out of the habitat.

Q5: What are the tongs made of?

Ans: The tongs are made of stainless steel with an angled soft tip, and the product details list them as made in Pakistan Wash them with warm water after feeding, fully dry them, and store them in a cool, dry place between uses.

Q6: Can I use the tongs in an aquarium?

Ans: Yes. Zoo Med specifically mentions hand-feeding aquarium fish, such as marine triggerfish and large cichlids, as well as marine invertebrates and aquatic turtles. Rinse the tongs after each use, especially when moving between different tanks or habitats in your home.