ATTENTION ALL MFKERS!!!

[orlok]

When you do your water changes (especially large ones) make sure the new water going in is the same temperature as the old water in the tank.

I use a common aquarium thermometer when I use my python or buckets for just this reason.

A sudden change in water temperature is usually the cause. Especially a sudden drop in temperature. It compromises the fish's immune system. So make sure you have a reliable heater.

Oh yeah...

Tell your dad to get his own tank!

 

[DeLgAdO]

When you do your water changes (especially large ones) make sure the new water going in is the same temperature as the old water in the tank.

I use a common aquarium thermometer when I use my python or buckets for just this reason.

A sudden change in water temperature is usually the cause. Especially a sudden drop in temperature. It compromises the fish's immune system. So make sure you have a reliable heater.

Oh yeah...

Tell your dad to get his own tank!

I could start using water from the sink to fill my tank, i have the option of heated water , oh but theirs a water softener ( ion exchange unit) conected t o the house plumbing, will this cause any problems????

haha, he SHOULD ge this own tank and leave me alone

or he should listen to me, you guys, help me out and enjoy it with me

 

[Hasi]

No point in trying to change your dad's thoughts it just doesn't happen they are too stubborn and think they know everything!

Just learn to say YES to everything and go on doing whatever YOU wanted to do anyway... works a treat!

 

[orlok]

It shouldn't effect it.

You're pretty lucky, I have crappy city water.

 

[DeLgAdO]

It shouldn't effect it.

You're pretty lucky, I have crappy city water.

thanks

 

[orlok]

Hasi, how's your water down there?

 

[DeLgAdO]

this is bull****, i think i need to re- design my set up and care & maintanence techniques,

too many flaws and draw backs here.

 

[Stella]

But, why subject the fish's already stressed system with something else that can cause metabolic stress? Just my 2 cents.

Good points all. If we were talking about using lots of salt (like for a brackish tank) or sensitive fish (like some catfish and puffers), I would be sticking with marine or epsom salt myself.

Laura

 

[Oddball]

Straight salt sodium chloride is what we're advocating here for treating his ich problem. I don't recommend marine salt mix since these contain pH buffers that will change his tank's pH. Also, epsom salt is magnesium sulfate so, I wouldn't use it to treat this infection.

Hey Ming and sohfatfish: I'm familiar with the articles on iodized salt on quite a few of the fish forums. I'm also familiar with reports I've read on iodine toxicity in domesticated animals. It's all information to help another hobbyist. THAT'S why I mention it. Don't denounce it just because you don't agree with it. If you don't like opinions from hobbyists that prefer to research as much as possible to improve the hobby, just let me know and I'll go elsewhere.

 

[DeLgAdO]

Straight salt sodium chloride is what we're advocating here for treating his ich problem. I don't recommend marine salt mix since these contain pH buffers that will change his tank's pH. Also, epsom salt is magnesium sulfate so, I wouldn't use it to treat this infection.

Hey Ming and sohfatfish: I'm familiar with the articles on iodized salt on quite a few of the fish forums. I'm also familiar with reports I've read on iodine toxicity in domesticated animals. It's all information to help another hobbyist. THAT'S why I mention it. Don't denounce it just because you don't agree with it. If you don't like opinions from hobbyists that prefer to research as much as possible to improve the hobby, just let me know and I'll go elsewhere.

DAMMIT PEOPLE STOP ARGUEING ABOUT SALT!!!
i didnt use table salt anyway.

so there. . .