Aquariums

How to Avoid New Tank Syndrome

By nservice

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New tank syndrome is the term used to describe what happens when you first start up a fish tank. The most people do when setting up their tanks is to make sure the water is decholorinated and at the right temperature, then the make the mistake of ... more »

How to Choose the Right Fish Tank

By rumblebug

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If you are about to take the plunge and invest in a new pet, a fish tank is a great opportunity to take care of animals with relatively low commitment. Making sure you know exactly what you want from the start will ensure that you and your fish ... more »

How to Clean and Maintain Saltwater and Freshwater Aquariums

By eHow Pets Editor

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Saltwater and freshwater aquariums have to undergo cleaning regularly to keep fish healthy. The frequency of cleaning depends on the number and type of fish in the aquarium and the size of the aquarium. You should clean the tank at least once per ... more »

How to Clean the Gravel in Your Fish Tank

By rumblebug

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Cleaning your fish tank gravel is a crucial part of keeping your fish happy and healthy. Sometimes by trying to get things too clean you can actually harm your fish. Cleaning your fish tank gravel should be performed once every 10-14 days... more »

How to Detect and Treat Constipation in Aquarium Fish

By Janet Ford

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Yes, your pet fish can get constipated - and it can be deadly to them... more »

How to do an emergency aquarium water change

By JaxBeachGuy

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In an emergency situation, a regular water change may not be sufficient. Whether the problem is pH imbalance, toxic nitrogenous wastes, tank filter crashes, waterborn illnesses or medication removal, there are instances when you need to perform a ... more »

How to Euthanize a Sick Aquarium Fish

By Melanie Marten

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Every aquarium owner must, to maintain tank health, euthanize a sick aquarium fish. Doing so humanely will reduce stress for both the unfortunate fish and the owner... more »

How to Get Rid of Algae in Your Fish Tank

By rumblebug

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Fish tanks require little to no maintenance most of the time. Unfortunately, sometimes your tank can experience a 'health hiccup'. If you notice your tank is getting a green or black scum on the glass, try these tips to remove and prevent it... more »

How to Identify and Remove Fish Tank Odor

By rumblebug

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Imagine setting up your new tank only to suffer after the first week with an intolerable odor! Fish tank odors are usually indicative of an underlying problem, once you identify the problem you can work on removing it... more »

How to Keep American Game Fish in a Home Aquarium

By eHow Pets Editor

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It can be quite a thrill to have your favorite game fish sitting with you in your own living room. While not as easy to keep as pet store fish, with proper care and cultivation game fish can make for wonderful pets. Follow these steps to take ... more »

How to know if your goldfish is sick

By Kate J

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Owning a pet goldfish isn't always the most simplest of things. Fish, like any other animal can have many problems health-wise. Here are a list of things to look out for when owning a goldfish... more »

How to Make a 5-Gallon Aquarium Interesting

By eHow Pets Editor

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Although a 5-gallon aquarium is small, it doesn't mean it can't be interesting. With the right decorations and fish, you can make your 5-gallon tank stand out and attract everyone's attention. Of course, you have to be careful not to overpopulate ... more »

How to Prepare for a Pet Octopus

By messytanka

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An octopus is an exotic creature which requires more effort than your average fish tank. They have special needs in both their tank setup and their diets. Octopuses they are the most intelligent of all invertebrates, considered on the same ... more »

How to properly stock an aquarium

By JLad10687

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Many questions are asked about how many fish you can put in an aquarium and whether or not more can be added. This will answer those questions... more »

How to Raise an Oscar or "Astronotus ocellatus"

By Lindaperry

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Looking at oscars in the pet store? Thinking about taking a few home? They are cute fish and most times they are solo fish. Read this article, tips and warnings and you will learn more about oscars... more »

How to Raise Oscar Fish for Shows

By rosie96778

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EVER WANTED TO RAISE OSCARS BUT THOUGHT IT WAS JUST TO HARD HERE ARE SOME SIMPLE STEPS THAT ANYONE CAN DO... more »

How to remove salt water creep from your aquarium

By SchoolOfLife

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Salt water aquariums make a stunning addition to any home. While they are rumored to be overly difficult to keep, most salt water aquariums can be maintained with regular maintenance and a little bit of effort... more »

How to Save Your Sick or Injured Fish

By Athenable

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Fish as pets can become just as dear to you as a dog or cat, but when they fall ill or get injured it's not as easy to take them to the vet. Here are some ways to treat them at home and hopefully save your fishy friends... more »

How to set up a freshwater fish tank

By Athenable

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Having an aquarium in your home is rewarding and relaxing. There are many sizes of tanks and varieties of fish that can be maintained with very little trouble... more »

How to start a fish tank siphon vacuum without using your mouth

By SchoolOfLife

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As if cleaning your fish tank wasn't enough fun, the thought of starting the siphon of the gravel vacuum brings horrible thoughts of involuntary tastes of dirty fish water. Is there a way to prevent this from happening? Of course there is- don't ... more »

How to train a fish

By o2bbrandi

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I learned how to train my fish to come to the top of the aquarium when ever they see me looking at them... more »

How to Choose Starter Fish for Freshwater Aquariums

By eHow Pets Editor

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When you're trying to establish a healthy freshwater aquarium, it's important to stock a new tank with appropriate types of fish. The more expensive a fish is, the more delicate it tends to be, so buy some inexpensive starter fish to get your ... more »

How to Euthanize a Fish

By Janet Ford

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Whether you have pet fish or are an active fisherman, you will eventually be faced with a fish who should be humanely euthanized to end it's suffering... more »

How to Feed Live Brine Shrimp to your Aquarium Fish

By George Sommers

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Would you like to give your fish a delicious treat while adding a new dimension of interest to your aquarium hobby? Feed 'em live brine shrimp!.. more »

How to Feed Your Fish While Away From Home

By Limowreck

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Got fish? If you're planning a vacation or some time away, you don't have to worry about who will feed your fish. There are many great products to keep your fish fed without you. Some fish can even go weeks without a meal... more »

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