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Post by missdiane on Aug 21, 2013 13:04:45 GMT -5
wow! Ok - the only way to get the meds is online > nearest pet store is 50 miles! I've spent a fortune already on furan 2, kanaplex, wonder shells, indian almond leaves, prime - unfortunately I'm broke so will continue as above stated & pray for the best. His selling is down this morning so I just fed 1 pellet - soaked for 5 minutes. Hopefully, he'll be OK. I will add some garlic oil - is it ok to add regular garlic (as in smashed up clove?) He's swimming happily & watching me type......
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Post by missdiane on Aug 22, 2013 13:36:50 GMT -5
Chance swelled a little even after his "pea" dinner, but not as severe as previously. How long can a betta live on peas alone?
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Post by devonjohnsgard on Aug 23, 2013 11:36:00 GMT -5
He's only had one more feeding since? If you waiting about 3 days right? I would said try another couple feedings of peas over this week. I think that would allow a little more time to see how he's doing. Peas are a natural laxative, so it shouldn't be his main diet, but being that he gets sick when he eats, it makes it a little difficult. Here's so more information on how to feed sick fish. Maybe it will give you some more ideas. www.americanaquariumproducts.com/Quality_Fish_Food.html#indigestion
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Post by missdiane on Aug 23, 2013 22:37:39 GMT -5
I actually gave him a pea dinner yesterday after 3 days of fasting. This morning I gave him 1 Omega One Betta pellet > soaked for 5 minutes first. I gave him one more pellet about an hour ago & so far no swelling. I think I'll skip tomorrow morning and give him some pea tomorrow night - thanks for the article. I haven't read this one
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Post by devonjohnsgard on Aug 24, 2013 13:16:06 GMT -5
Keep at it! I think your onto something. No swelling is great news.
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Post by missdiane on Aug 24, 2013 14:58:49 GMT -5
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Post by parker002 on Aug 26, 2013 8:22:34 GMT -5
I think you're on the right track. Glad he's doing better!
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Post by devonjohnsgard on Aug 26, 2013 12:29:46 GMT -5
missdiane, Glad to read things are getting better. I had a discussion with Carl on this matter and he made a couple suggests. First, the ammonia reading of .25 is not all that bad, there is not enough ammonia to do real damage. .25-.50 is acceptable as long as it is not increasing. An ammonia reading of 1-2 is really when you need to start worrying and 2 you need to be concerned. So, you should be ok with your current water changes. Carl suggest taking a look at SeaChem Ammonia Alert as it only reads ammonia, not ammonium. www.americanaquariumproducts.com/Aquariumtestkit.html#alertI know its a little more money, but it would take the guess work out of it. Your doing good, keep it up.
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Post by parker002 on Aug 26, 2013 12:37:59 GMT -5
I absolutely love the Ammonia Alert. It is the best ammonia testing aid I've found (I believe I actually brought Carl's attention to them back in the day)...
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Post by Suzie Q (Lori) on Aug 27, 2013 9:59:57 GMT -5
I've read through this thread...I don't have anything to more to add, looks like you might be on the right track. ((ok...recant that a bit))...has he been treated for internal parasites? Did I totally miss that?
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Post by missdiane on Aug 29, 2013 19:24:09 GMT -5
four days and no bloating! feeding 1 Omega Betta pellet 2 times a day - every other day it's pea dinner. I did place 3 ghost shrimp his tank & it appears that 2 have gone missing......
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Post by parker002 on Aug 30, 2013 8:46:18 GMT -5
Well, on the bright side, whole shrimp (shell and all) are good for the digestive tract....
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Post by devonjohnsgard on Aug 30, 2013 13:24:57 GMT -5
Great news! Good job missdiane. Maybe consider the shrimp a victory dinner? Maybe? Anyways, I'm happy for you. Just keep an eye on him for reoccurring signs.
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Post by Suzie Q (Lori) on Aug 30, 2013 14:42:03 GMT -5
that's awesome missdianne!!! Keep up the good work
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Post by missdiane on Sept 1, 2013 13:53:06 GMT -5
WELL, CHANCE STILL SEEMS OK - HE HAD 1 DAY OF SIDE-FLOATING SO I SKIPPED FEEDING & TODAY HE'S FINE. JUST GAVE 1 PELLET. NOW HERE IS A VERY STRANGE ISSUE: THE SHRIMP HAVE RESURFACED & SEEM VERY HAPPY. BEAR IN MIND THAT THIS IS THE TANK WHICH STILL HAS A HIGH AMMONIA READING, BUT ALL IS WELL. ON THE OTHER HAND, I ALSO PLACED 6 GHOST SHRIMP IN MY "SHRIMP TANk' ( SEE POSTING :NEW SHRIMP TANk) EVERY SHRIMP DIED AFTER 1 DAY - WATER PARAMETERS ALL PERFECT FOR SHRIMP. ANY IDEAS FOLKS?
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Post by Carl on Sept 1, 2013 18:45:34 GMT -5
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Post by missdiane on Sept 13, 2013 19:34:01 GMT -5
so... two weeks with no bloating or side floating then after his pea dinner yesterday, he bloated & is still strugglling to stay upright. It's back to no food for a couple days but does anyone know if adding epsom salt to his tank - rather than just giving a bath - might help, or would it be harmful??? Don't want to add aquarium salt because of the live plants, but have read that epsom salt will ease bloating/constipation & might also benefit plants. He still has wonder shell & indian almond leaf in tank. He's a fighter for sure!
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Post by missdiane on Sept 14, 2013 11:57:59 GMT -5
ALSO - IF EPSOM SALTS WOULD BE GOOD, HOW MUCH?
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Post by Carl on Sept 14, 2013 12:10:00 GMT -5
ALSO - IF EPSOM SALTS WOULD BE GOOD, HOW MUCH? Epsom salts (magnesium sulfate) should ONLY be used in a bath at 1/4 teaspoon per gallon. Too much in the tank can cause the fish to dehydrate (yes a fish can dehydrate, this is what happens when you throw a freshwater fish into saltwater) Normally I recommend the bath 2 times daily, but in extreme cases, 4 times should not cause undo stress and epsom salts are excellent for drawing out fluids Carl
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Post by missdiane on Sept 14, 2013 13:11:32 GMT -5
thanks Carl! Will try that right now!
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