How to Care for a Goldfish
Goldfish make an excellent choice for a pet. Unlike larger animals that are more mobile, they require far less space and are an inexpensive and interesting addition to a household. Goldfish can live up to 10 years or more in some cases if properly cared for. With the right equipment and a little time, your goldfish should prosper.
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Instructions
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Have a large tank with a good filtration system to keep your fish in, as these have a large enough air surface and built in filter to keep the water continuously moving. Find these at your local pet store or on line (see resources).
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Put the right things in the tank. Gravel is important as fish are very messy animals so line the bottom of the tank with small rounded stones without sharp edges. Putting a few choice items for decoration in the tank not only makes it more attractive but they are a great place for fish to hide.
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Feed your goldfish food that is specially designed for their needs. Experts disagree whether flake food, pellet food or fresh produce is best for goldfish but if you buy any of these from your local pet store, they should be fine, as long as they are made specifically for goldfish. Feed your fish no more than once a day.
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Change the water on a regular basis. If possible, try to change at least some of the water everyday to give your goldfish a regular influx of clean fresh water.
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Keep the light on for at least 8 hours a day. Many tanks come with a built in light and you can install a timer to ensure your fish get the required light. Having a well-lit tank is important for the goldfish's well being and lets you see them better.
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Tips & Warnings
Ask at a pet shop if your local water is good enough for goldfish.
Soak food for a few minutes before feeding, as this makes it easier for the fish to digest.
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Comments
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I like gold fish, guppies and betas. How do you breed goldfish anyways I want to fill my pond with a few.
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Emmaxx
Nov 28, 2008
Hi again, i feed my goldfish pellets and every so often these things that look like brown tablets and they smell fishy but the thing is that once i clean the bowl out the next day it becomes really dirty and murky. Do you suppose it might be because we keep them near a radiator? But thats only on low. -
SDKP
Nov 07, 2008
He may need more aeration. He may be trying to get some air because the oxygen level of the water is low.
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Emmaxx
Nov 04, 2008
Yay!!! I found out that we are getting a bigger tank off my mums friend. By the way what does it mean when a fish is just in the water not at the top and is looking like they aree trying to eat but they are not. Please answer back
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Emmaxx
Nov 02, 2008
My 2 goldfish only have about 2 litres of water in there bowl but they look fine to me. I know i should have a bigger bowl but as ii said before my dad wont let me.
