Goldfish eye bleeding after pH crash Buy the book Goldfish eye bleeding is a symptom of pH crash, when oxygen levels drop from water suddenly There are many reasons for low oxygen levels in water, although, carbon dioxide is first on the list. Carbon dioxide or Co2 is a gas created from the waste our fish… Continue reading Goldfish Eye Bleeding
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Goldfish yawning
Goldfish yawning and hanging out at surface Buy the book Goldfish yawning or gasping at surface in an effort to breathe, due to the fact there is little or no oxygen in the tank or pond water. Goldfish take in water through their mouths, and push it out their gills. Oxygen is absorbed from the water as… Continue reading Goldfish yawning
Goldfish bent
Goldfish bent to one side indicates nitrate poisoning Buy the book Goldfish bent or in a curled position are suffering from nitrate poisoning. Nitrates destroy the blood cells causing extreme pressure and pain. In most cases, the goldfish keeper performs a large water change which worsens the condition. Goldfish in water with high nitrates need deep water, and removing… Continue reading Goldfish bent
Goldfish Swimming Circles
Goldfish swimming circles or somersaults Buy the book Goldfish swimming circles or somersaults have been affected by high nitrate levels. They swim in circles because their bodies are slightly bent due to the poisoning. Stuck in the position, they try in vain to fight the affects of the toxin. Nitrates rob the blood of oxygen,… Continue reading Goldfish Swimming Circles
Goldfish side bulging
Goldfish side bulging symptoms and treatment Buy the book Goldfish side bulging indicates an internal tumor or more than likely impacted eggs. If the symptoms are accompanied with floating at a 45 degree angle nose down; if the fish is alone or with only one or two other fish, it could be a female. Females develop eggs… Continue reading Goldfish side bulging
Goldfish Blowing Bubbles
Goldfish blowing Bubbles through mouth or gills can lead to more serious issues Buy the book Goldfish blowing bubbles through mouth or gills isn’t a serious ailment, but can lead to such if the cause isn’t corrected. Goldfish are often attracted to the bubbles an air pump produces, and enjoy nibbling at the bubbles, however, this is not healthy.… Continue reading Goldfish Blowing Bubbles
Goldfish Tumors
Goldfish tumors on body Buy the book Goldfish tumors on body may be a simple issue. You may not know it, but your tap water is filled with supersaturated gases produced by pressure in the lines. This pressure helps water travel the distance from the reservoir to our homes. These concentrated amounts of oxygen can fill… Continue reading Goldfish Tumors
Goldfish Needs Help
Goldfish needs help if exhibiting symptoms Buy the book Goldfish needs help asap. Bad bacteria are everywhere just waiting for an opportunity. Bad bugs thrive in water low in oxygen and warm, whereas goldfish and beneficial bacteria prefer the opposite environment. Cold and heavily oxygenated water however, helps to create a healthy ecosystem. Goldfish needs help… Continue reading Goldfish Needs Help
Goldfish mouth locked
Buy the Books Goldfish mouth locked open or closed indicates the presence of a virus called tetanus Goldfish mouth locked open or closed. If so, this is Lockjaw. Common in goldfish and Koi, Tetanus lives in most all animal’s intestinal tracts, including our fish. The virus is just waiting for an opportunity to make its presence known.… Continue reading Goldfish mouth locked
Goldfish floating
Buy the Books Goldfish floating upside down at surface Goldfish floating upside down or bobbing at the surface are suffering from floating issues. Floating issues are caused by feeding too much at one time which leads to constipation, however, kidney failure is the secondary cause Goldfish floating aimlessly Gas (created from wastes) becomes trapped in… Continue reading Goldfish floating