Aquatic pet care and education
Signs your axolotl has a parasite If your axolotl has a parasite, the first indication is that it will start refusing to eat. It may float and it will start to loose it’s floofs, loose weight and sometimes loose its slime coat. This is an axolotl that was surrendered to me because the previous owner … Read More “How to rid your axolotl of a parasite…” »
I just want to talk about surrendering axolotls. I so often see axolotls advertised for sale that are in such terrible conditions, it breaks my heart. If you don’t have time for an animal or are in over your head, please, don’t wait until they are dying from starvation or injury to give them to … Read More “Surrendering” »
There is a lot of controversy surrounding Betta and the correct size tanks. I have kept Betta for 20 years, in this time, I have been exposed to all the different ways and arguments either way. I have also owned 12 different male Betta in this time and can tell you that they all have … Read More “Betta tanks” »
Axel came to us at 11 months old and was 12cm. He was the result of an accidental clutch and was not in the best shape, he had no feet, only two legs and a bite out of his tail. The breeder had been feeding him beef and bloodworms and was keeping him with way … Read More “Why has Axel been banished??” »
I have seen a number of people comment or post about not doing water changes, rather just topping up evaporated water. Let’s analyze the two methods and explain why one is better than the other. Standard water change method See my post about water changes and amounts for full details, but essentially, water changes is … Read More “Topping up evaporation vs changing out water” »
The cycling process can seem tedious, but it really is necessary to do it correctly, especially if you have an axolotl. They are far more sensitive than other aquatic creatures and can easily get ammonia burns. This axolotl has had its floofs burnt off with high ammonia levels. This will result in difficulty breathing. I … Read More “Unusual methods of cycling” »
