AboutBrit Brit Expertise I can answer your questions about Bettas, most Freshwater Tropical Fish, compatibility between tropical freshwater fish, tips on how to set up a new aquarium, what fish to add, what temperature your tank should be at, etc.
I can answer questions about goldfish, and I know a bit about aquarium plants.
I can't answer questions concerning anything marine, and I know next to nothing about ponds, and even less about Cichlid breeding. So please don't ask.
If I am not sure about something, I will try to research it for you and get back to you very quickly.
I cannot magically cure your fish over the web, unfortunately, so please remember your fish's health depends solely on you.
Also, don't expect a detailed answer if I have not been given a detailed question. I can only do so much!
Details, details, details!!
(It does state what I need on the Ask A Question Page)
Experience I take care of over 3000 fish daily. I worked at Petsmart for a few years, and have had training in many areas, including aquaria and all the basics to keep fish happy and healthy. I met quite a few experts in the hobby and have learned a lot from them, and they have learned a lot from me :)
Also, I have done a lot of research and studying on my own time about not just fish but a lot of different house pets because I like to help people and help their pets.
Education/Credentials Petsmart training
Adult Diploma
Expert: Brit Brit Date: 5/8/2008 Subject: Gold Fish
Question Hi I have a gold fish that has his mouth stuck open. He hasn't closed in 2 weeks and I do not think is able to eat. I looked in his mouth and did not see anything stuck and my gravel is not small enough to get in their mouths. He/she is 4 years old. Can I do anything to save him or is he doomed? Please help
Answer Becky,
Is there possibly something lodged in his mouth/throat, such as a piece of flake/pellet that was too large for him to swallow?
Do you always break up the flakes into very teeny pieces before feeding, or soak his pellets before feeding?
It is important to remember that fish are very small animals and need their food to therefore not only be small, but fed in very small amounts. Cut back on the food for 48 hours, then feed a small piece of crushed pea, and see how that helps.
Also, there could be a contaminant in the water, or there is not a sufficient oxygen supply. It could be a disease due to porr water quality, and it could just be a genetic deformity (if he has always looked like this).
Fast him for 48 hours and feed hin the pea as I said before, add aquarium salt to the tank to put electrolytes in the water and help aid in recovery, and test your water.
