fish health

Fish care tips in winter

Caring for fish in the winter can be challenging, especially in our mid-year months when temperatures drop significantly. In South Africa, we face the added challenge of power outages. Animaltalk spoke to Kevin Till from Koi Medic about helping your fish survive the cold. According to Kevin, tropical fish need a constant temperature and a […]

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Q & A: Sick goldfish

Q: How do I know if my goldfish is sick? A: A sick fish will display a number of different signs. Lethargy and poor appetite are common. Inability to swim properly (either sinking to the bottom or floating to the surface), clamping or shaking the fins, bloating or weight loss, strings of stool hanging from

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Common mistakes fish owners make

Fish can seem pretty easy to keep – some water and food and you’re sorted. This is very far from true! And probably the reason why many pet fish don’t enjoy the kind of lifespan they should… We look at a few common mistakes fish owners make. Planning is vital Our daily lives revolve around

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