When it comes to pet ownership, the first image that comes to mind is dogs, and then maybe cats. If you like having a pet, but can’t do it because of slower pace and even less time, consider keeping pet fish. Since fish can’t dirty your carpet, nor can they force you to get out of bed to take them for a walk and pull on the leash, having them around can be very relaxing. But if you thought that raising fish is fun and easy, then you should think again, because you wouldn’t want to wake up one fine morning with a tank full of dead fish. Therefore, it is very important to know the possible difficulties that you may face beforehand.
There are different types of fish such as marine, cold water, tropical and pond fish. Marine, coldwater, and tropical fish are kept indoors in aquariums and are easier to keep, while pond fish are kept outdoors. Marine fish are the most difficult and expensive to keep, so they are not for beginners.
Before setting up a tank, you need to determine what type of fish you want to keep so the tank can be prepared accordingly. If you plan to keep more than one variety of fish, it is important to check their compatibility. It is important to keep the pH level, water hardness and water temperature under control, as any alteration in these can irritate the fish and they can end up fighting and hurting each other.
Once you decide what type of fish you are going to keep, it is time to set up the aquarium. In their natural habitat, light, oxygen, and food are provided by nature, but in the aquarium, this is the pet sitter’s duty. To clean the water, you need to install a water filter, which also works as an air pump to supply oxygen to the aquarium. Fish food should be selected according to the type of fish you have. The lights must be fixed on the lid of the aquarium and must be controlled with a timer. A heater is also needed in winter to keep the temperature at an optimal level. The aquarium water should be changed from time to time to keep it beautiful and the fish healthy.