Almost everyone is fond of fish either as a meal or as a pet. And more and more homeowners are making fish ponds in their yard and filling it with different kinds of fish. True, fish are not that difficult to take care than a dog or a cat. But they are very critical and neglecting them would sometimes cause death to the fish. Below are tips on how to take care of a fish:
During the winter you do not have to spend more time feeding the fish since they normally do not eat during this season. If you will put fish food in the water it will only pollute the water which can cause sickness to the fish. What you can do is to clean their pond. Remove leaves, twigs or flowers from the water.
If the water in your pond would become an ice and would harden you have to make sure that there is a small opening for the oxygen to come in otherwise the fish in the pond would die. To melt the ice in the pond you can place a medium-size with hot water in it and put it on top of the frozen water of the pond.
For most people spring is the most difficult season of the year for fish ponds because it turns the water thick green. But you do not have to panic about this because there are a number of chemical treatments for this. But this will eventually clear once the weather changes. And remember that algae are good food for some fish so there's no need for you to worry except that it does not look good.
Summer is the best time for most fish. This is the time of the year when they are very active and you, as the owner, should also be very active in taking care of them. Regular inspection to ensure your fish's health is advisable. This is also the time of the year when parasites stick to the fish so better check them regularly. You can check your local pet store or vet's clinic one you notice something unusual with your fish to prevent serious problems.
Right after winter be sure to clean up the filters in your pond and ensure that they are working properly. If your pump is broken or needs to be fixed do not throw it away instead check your local store or go online and search for a replacement and have it fixed or DIY, this way you get to save money.
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