I thought I would make a post under goldfish maintenance, because the fish are doing great after being poisoned by ammonia. I was making some pretty big mistakes with my fish by cleaning the entire tank instead of doing water changes. This either kept the cycle from forming or broke it. The fish were poisoned.… Continue reading Cyling new tank
Category: Goldfish Koi Maintenance
Goldfish Koi Keeping and more
Goldfish Koi keeping is a topic that is widely discussed, and everyone seems to have a different opinion. GFE practices organic methods of fish keeping, and hopes to share the knowledge collected over the years with other fish keepers
Post here to discuss, share or ask questions about the care and maintenance of goldfish and Koi
Refurbished Pumps
Venus, where did we buy those refurbished 100 gal/hr pumps? I looked on ebay and Amazon and didn’t see them. I need two for my tanks and one for my outside fountain/birdbath. I also want to send the seller the 2-3 I have that no longer work, so they can be refurbished rather than tossed.… Continue reading Refurbished Pumps
Algae
Hi Venus, I caught the goldfish eating algae. It’s back, too. Like a vengeance. Some spots are brown some are green. I looked to see if it actually got some and it sure did. Fishes are doing great, thanks to your support. I always try to tell people about the pump. Nobody seems to bite,… Continue reading Algae
Amquel Plus
Amquel Plus converts dangerous toxins to a safe form Amquel plus converts 2 ppm of ammonia and nitrite per dose. I bought a bottle of Amquel Plus the other day. But I haven’t used it, and don’t seem to need to use it, but that one touch of nitrate, that is so low though, I… Continue reading Amquel Plus
Test Result Wed,Oct 11 11:30 am
Here are the results this morning at 11:30am after a 20-25% water change last night w/2ml of Prime.
Pond Pump
I’m liking the looks of this filter but I’d like to get an opinion here. I do like the one w/the basket from Walmart but the sponge on this pump is intriguing and a pretty good price. Thank you!
2 Koi Ponds. High Nitrates
I visited my dad’s friend’s 2 outdoor ponds today and here are the parameters: 2700gallon pond, 5.2ft 33 large koi, pond 2 years old: KH 65 GH 20 – 40 Ammonia 0.1 Nitrite 0.1 – 0.3 Nitrate 50+ (under 100) One fish in the large pond has bulging red eyes, another has a big bulge… Continue reading 2 Koi Ponds. High Nitrates
Goldfish in a Vase!
Goldfish Vase My brother and his girlfriend have left me their vase (!!!) of three small goldfish for 5 days. The vase has some plants inside and some pebbles at the floor but no pump or filter. They usually do a 50% water change every few days and feed once to twice daily. The fish… Continue reading Goldfish in a Vase!
Sea Shells in a Freshwater Tank?
Hello wise and wonderful Venus! Finneas is doing great after your instructions for ammonia/nitrate poisoning. And the use of several of your great products as brought him back to life as usual…thank you thank you! quick question: are sea shells ok for a freshwater tank with my one goldfish? just don’t want to upset the… Continue reading Sea Shells in a Freshwater Tank?
Moving a Nitrate sensitive fish
Hello, After having successfully treated my sick fish with you I wanted to ask your advice for moving. I have observed the following sensitivities and requirements for my fish. 1- Roughly 5% of the tank water evaporates every 1-2 days, If I let it evaporate anymore, the fish gets Nitrate shock. 2- If I change… Continue reading Moving a Nitrate sensitive fish