Get Parasite & Ick Treatments for Fish in Evergreen

Do the fish in your aquarium look different? Do they have white patches, cloudy eyes, or rough fins? Is their behavior unusual? Even well cared for fish can get sick, and when they do, Chow Down Pet Supplies in Evergreen, CO has the fish health and wellness products to bring them back to their normal, healthy selves. We also stock everything you need to keep your fish healthy.

The help prevent your fish from getting sick, feed them properly and don't congest the tank. Monitor temperature levels. Do your partial water replacements on a regular basis. In some cases, however, even with your best efforts, diseases find their way into an aquarium. Below are some common aquarium fish illnesses and the signs that your fish could be dealing with them:

Ich, short for Ichthyophthirius multifiliis, is the most common aquarium parasite. Signs of ich (pronounced "ick") are: elevated white spots, rapid breathing, rubbing against accessories, or darting about the tank. There are medications and other treatments available for ich.

Other parasites include chilodonella, with symptoms similar to ich, and oodinium, aka rust, gold, or velvet dust disease, which causes an oddly colored dusting on the fish's body. There are also fish lice, anchor worms, flukes, and nematodes. Various symptoms include irregular swimming, loss of shade, excessive mucous, trouble breathing, and bloating or wasting.

After parasites, the most typical diseases are bacterial infections, such as fin and tail rot. Symptoms of the bacterial disease are white film, cloudy eyes, ragged fins, and open sores. Bacterial infections are challenging to treat since prescription antibiotics can disrupt the fish tank and filter.

Fungal infections are less regular and commonly take the form of cotton-like growths.

Viral infections occur in goldfish and koi but are less common in other aquarium fish.

If you see or suspect any of these issues in your fish, it's a good idea to talk to an professional regarding diagnosis and treatment. Pictures and videos can be helpful in conveying the signs and symptoms you're seeing.

Chow Down Pet Supplies is your local pet store for all your fish requirements. You can find all you need at Chow Down Pet Supplies in Evergreen, CO. Stop by our store or call (303) 674-8711 to talk to a member of our team today!