Sick Ryukin floating Sick ryukin has been floating off and on for over a month. He has 2-3 good days then 1-2 days when he hangs at the surface, dorsal out of the water, looking miserable, with limp fins. I think it’s digestion related. He doesn’t appear to be pooping much at all. Cure sick… Continue reading Sick Ryukin
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Goldfish floating surface related to constipation or inflamed tract
Goldfish floating surface related to constipation or inflamed tract. Improper feeding habits cause constipation. Common mistakes are sprinkling flakes on the surface, or dropping dry pellets into the fish house. Dry food is difficult for fish to digest. Moisten flakes by holding with fingers for a few moments before releasing. Release in a sweeping motion to keep the fish from goring
Feed less more often
Constant grazers by nature, in the wild goldfish feed morning till night; a nibble here and a gobble there. This is how we should feed them. Feed small amounts consistently throughout the day. This method feeding is important for another reason. Goldfish need carbon dioxide in their tracts at all time
Carbon dioxide, a gas created by waste in the intestines is utilized by the swim bladder. This gas gives fish the ability to sink or rise at will. There must be a steady supply of gas in order for the bladder to function
Inflamed tissue is another reason the gas exchanged is blocked. This condition is normally caused by Kidney failure. When kidneys become weak, they slowly stop filtering fluids in the body. In time, the fish’s tissue swells