Pet fish is considered being low-maintenance by many people. Although fish do not crave for so much attention, it is still necessary to care and pay attention to provide them to remain healthy and a much higher life expectancy. Everything that is required and needed to care for the fish pet is available in pet shops and the rest is on an owners responsibility. It depends on the type of fish is it required to have a saltwater or freshwater tank. Saltwater tanks are more requiring and complicated to maintain, but “live rock” is very helpful if used properly. In case of a saltwater tank, very important things to pay attention to are the temperature, pH and nitrite levels.
Fish pet care includes being aware of some of the most usual diseases that affect fish. In tanks with a high level of bacteria, it is extremely usual for fin rot to appear, for example. Changes in a appearance or behavior of the pet fish is commonly a sign that they are suffering from certain health problem. That is why it is recommended to be educated about some common fish diseases and their symptoms. Generally, keeping the tank clean and properly maintained is of vital importance for preventing potentially serious health problems. Owners often believe that it is necessary to completely replace the water in a tank, but the fact is that replacing 1/5 of the water on a weekly basis will ensures that tank remains fairly clean. It is advised to siphon off the water at the bottom of the tank, because the debris and waste collects are mostly located there.
People usually have a wrong impression and assume that caring for fish does not represent an activity that involves responsibility. When, where, how much and which kind of food to use is of an extreme importance. Commonly, the answers to all of these questions are different depending on the type of fish owner cares for, so it is necessary to be educated and informed about proper feeding that his or her own pet fish require.