Why You Should Own a Goldfish

Everyone likes to own a pet. From dog lovers to cat lovers to snake lovers, there is a pet for everyone. While everyone wants to own a pet, a lot of people don't have the time or skill to take care of them. Dogs, cats, and birds require a lot of love and attention that some people just don't have. For people who want a pet but don't have time, a goldfish is the perfect choice for you.

Goldfish care and maintenance is perhaps least time consuming and demanding of all pets. No grooming, no training, no walking- just clean a bowl and drop in some food. They make for useful pets for people who are looking for a simple lifestyle or are too busy to take care of a dog or cat. Feeding goldfish is not bothersome either and takes only a few minutes to put in some flakes and pellets in the bowl.

Despite not being able to give much feedback or emotions, gold fish are still fun and relaxing to watch. Some gold fish can also learn to respond to sounds and signals and come swimming to you for feeding treats. Goldfish can be a pleasure to watch while they swim around the aquarium aimlessly strutting around in their brightly and fascinatingly colorful hide.

Very commonly considered an ideal pet for small children, goldfish come across as pets that are endearing and affectionate, easy to care and maintain for and a delight to watch, particularly for those who have never had the opportunity to care for a living creature before. They are easy pets and simply require their bowls to be cleaned every few weeks, which is much simpler than a dog or cat. These fish are perfect for those with little time on their hands and should be considered by all people. They make for a pretty and soothing addition to any home.

Cleaning Your Goldfish Bowl

Cleaning a goldfish bowl is very important because if it is not cleaned well, your fish will get sick.One of the first pets that children would be eager to take responsibility for is the goldfish. Goldfish are undoubtedly the most common and rewarding of all pets and for budding fish enthusiasts or children. Visually appealing and available in a palette of bright colors, goldfish are easy to care for and raise, provided they are encased in an environment in a safe, healthy and comfortable environment. What people don’t realize is that goldfish should not be housed in a bowl and that picking an aptly sized bowl is the key to proper and well delivered goldfish care.

Water Aging and Conditioning
Age new water for at least two days, so chlorine and other gases in solution are released, and so that the temperature is the same as that in the tank. If you need to treat for chloramines, follow the instructions you get carefully. In general, goldfish can adapt to almost any tap water hardness or pH, as long as changes are made slowly, over a few days. Your life will be easier if you just get your fish used to your normal conditions.

Cleaning
Use the syphon to clean the poop out of the tank once or twice a week. If you have gravel, make sure you use a syphon with a gravel vacuuming attachment and follow the instructions. If you have algae, clean it off the front glass but leave it elsewhere (the fish will nibble on it). Also use the syphon for water changing; change twenty five percent of the water each week. Finally, clean out the filter element every couple of weeks, rinsing it in used tank water (tap water could kill the good bacteria!). Usually, doing all these things at the same time is most efficient.

Temperature
Not very critical. A water temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit is considered ideal. Above 80 degrees some fish may suffer and even die. Below 50 degrees the fish will become lethargic and should not be fed.

The right goldfish bowl will ensure that your fish lives for a very long time and is comfortable will in the tank. Goldfish can die easily if they are not taken care of well. A lot of times people forget to change or clean the water, overfeed them or just forget about them. Good goldfish care is essential if you want your fish to live a long time and avoid flushing him down the toilet. The life span of your gold fish is entirely determined by the quality of your care you give it. Remember the rules above and you will be enjoying your goldfish for a very long time to come.

Caring for Your Goldish Tank

Goldfish need the right environment to live in just like any other animal. They don't need a lot of fancy equipment or decoration in their tank in order for them to enjoy themselves. If you choose to get one of those tanks, you are mostly getting it for your own ascetic reasons and not for the fish. However, you do want to make sure your goldfish's tank is not too small or too large for them and that you make sure to keep it clean and keep the water fresh.

Make sure you age new water for at least two days, so chlorine and other gases in solution are released, and so that the temperature is the same as that in the tank. If the water is too cold, your goldfish will get sick and die. If you need to treat for chloramines, follow the instructions you get carefully. In general, goldfish can adapt to almost any tap water hardness or pH, as long as changes are made slowly, over a few days. Any sudden change in the water of your fish, whether it is temperature or chemicals, will case your goldfish a lot hardship.

Use the syphon to clean the poop out of the tank once or twice a week. If you have gravel, make sure you use a syphon with a gravel vacuuming attachment and follow the instructions. If you have algae, clean it off the front glass but leave it elsewhere (the fish will nibble on it). Also use the syphon for water changing; change twenty five percent of the water each week. Finally, clean out the filter element every couple of weeks, rinsing it in used tank water (tap water could kill the good bacteria!). Usually, doing all these things at the same time is most efficient. If you keep a dirty fish tank, your fish will most likely get sick and die quickly. Ever animal, including goldfish, need a good clean habitat to live and thrive in.


The temperature of the tank and the water in it is not very critical. A water temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit is considered ideal. Above 80 degrees some fish may suffer and even die. Below 50 degrees the fish will become lethargic and should not be fed. Essentially, if you have the tank water at room temperature, your fish will be fine and comfortable.

Making your tank is well cared for makes sure that your goldfish is also well cared for. If you want your goldfish to live a long and healthy life, it is not only important to feed it the right food but also make sure it has a clean environment to live in.

Goldfish Care

Proper goldfish care is important for when you have goldfish. You don't want to end up flushing them down the toilet. I always try to take good care of my goldfish because, when I was a kid, I flushed too many down the drain.

Feeding goldfish is important for proper goldfish care. Like most fish, goldfish are what is called opportunistic feeders. If you feed them too much food, they will eat it all. Overfed goldfish can sometimes be recognized by feces trailing them. (gross right?) Moreover, this extra waste in the water can kill them. Overfeeding is the most common reason goldfish die. Goldfish should be feed no more than three times a day and only as much as they can eat during two minutes. Don't overfeed them because you may kill them by bursting their intestines. Beginner goldfish keepers who have just bought either the ryukin, fantail, Orinda, lionhead or other special goldfish should watch their goldfish carefully for a few days. You need to know exactly how much they will eat!

Goldfish food has a low protein and high carbohydrate content. It is sold in two consistencies - flakes that float at the top of the aquarium, and pellets that sink slowly to the bottom. Most goldfish owners use the flakes when they feed their goldfish.

Proper Goldfish care also requires good water. Without good water in the bowl, the fish will die quickly. Let new water sit for at least two days, so chlorine and other gases in your water solution are released and the temperature isn't too hot. Also keep in mind the PH of the water. Goldfish can adapt to almost any tap water pH so don't worry about using your local water!

Make sure you clean the goldfish tank at least twice a week! If you have gravel, make sure you use a syphon with a gravel vacuuming attachment. If you have algae on your tank, clean it off otherwise the fish will eat it. Make sure you filter the water in the goldfish tank and clean the filter element every couple of weeks. The water temperature of the goldfish tank should be about 68 degrees. Anything above 80 degress and the goldfish will become sick and die. Anything below 50 and the goldfish will be unable to eat and then starve to death.

These are the two most important things in goldfish care. If you feed your goldfish well and take care of your goldfish's water, they will last a long time. You don't want to end up watching one die just a few days after you bought it. Remember good goldfish care leads to long life!

Types of Goldfish

There are many types of Goldfish. The earliest "goldfish" were a type of the Carp found in China. The monks kept the goldfish in ponds and domesticated them to get the modern goldfish.

Goldfish can grow to a length of 22 inches and weigh up to 9 pounds. Most household goldfish live for six to eight years. When you go to your local goldfish store, look for healthy types of goldfish that are well kept and well maintained. If there are dead fish or the water is cloudy, buy your goldfish elsewhere.

Types of Goldfish

Comets- These are slender in body shape and have a long single tail fin. They are very hardy fish and will grow to 12-14" long.

Commons- Also slender in body shape but they have a short sleek tail fin. They are also hardy and will get to 12-14" long.

Shubunkins- Shubunkins are slender in body and have many colors like violet, red, and orange, yellow. These colors go to the tail. There is 2 different kinds of this fish: London and Bristols.

Wakins- Again, slender like the others but its tail fin is split.. Most come in colors of white, white and orange or just orange.

Pearlscale- This is an egg shaped goldfish and they have a mid-reigion larger than other goldfish. The scales have a pearl raised appearance and they come in many colors.

Oranda- Another fish with an egg shaped body with what is called head growth (wen). If the fish is healthy, the wen growth should be well developed. The fins are long and flowing.

Ryukin- These goldfish have a hump back that starts just after the head of the goldfish.

Moors- A black colored Goldfish with telescope eyes and an egg shaped body.

Demekin- This fish is a cross between a ryukin and a telescope goldfish. They have a high arched back and telescope eyes.

Veiltail- This fish has long flowing fins that droop off the fish's body. The fish's body is egged shaped and it comes in a variety of colors.

Lionhead- This is a beautiful fish. An egg shaped goldfish with a straight back and no dorsel fin.

When you choose your type of goldfish, make sure this type of fish is the one you can give the best goldfish care too!

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