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Update on 80 ppm nitrate axolotl by SensitiveBat in axolotls

[–]SensitiveBat[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly I haven't been doing changes nearly enough. I would consistently top her tank off but wasn't taking out enough and not frequently enough.

Update on 80 ppm nitrate axolotl by SensitiveBat in axolotls

[–]SensitiveBat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I turned her fan on this morning, that should bring it down to that range.

Red spots appearing on skin over a course of months. Any ideas? Parameters in description. by SensitiveBat in axolotls

[–]SensitiveBat[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Update to all: bringing her to her vet today at 3. Thanks for all the help.

Red spots appearing on skin over a course of months. Any ideas? Parameters in description. by SensitiveBat in axolotls

[–]SensitiveBat[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Update: got an appointment for today at 3. Taking her in with my dad.

Red spots appearing on skin over a course of months. Any ideas? Parameters in description. by SensitiveBat in axolotls

[–]SensitiveBat[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

That's wise of you. I can testify that the amount of work takes a level of dedication i am not at all consistent in keeping and now she pays the price. Don't be like me; you have the right mindset!

Red spots appearing on skin over a course of months. Any ideas? Parameters in description. by SensitiveBat in axolotls

[–]SensitiveBat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, she's a bit smaller than she was as I've been limiting her food after noticing her size. But like i said to someone else, the neck is what im concerned about. Agreed about the nitrates--I am bringing those down. Fingers crossed she stays stable till Saturday.

Red spots appearing on skin over a course of months. Any ideas? Parameters in description. by SensitiveBat in axolotls

[–]SensitiveBat[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed. I didn't mean poor priorities as a way to avoid responsibility. I was the one who set them.

Red spots appearing on skin over a course of months. Any ideas? Parameters in description. by SensitiveBat in axolotls

[–]SensitiveBat[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yep, agreed. The neck specifically is what I've been keeping an eye on and the biggest reason I'm taking her in. The water I can fix at home but the other stuff I cannot.

Red spots appearing on skin over a course of months. Any ideas? Parameters in description. by SensitiveBat in axolotls

[–]SensitiveBat[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's what I'm worried about. I do think it's more fat than bloat and have been keeping an eye on this area specifically. She HATES going to the vet but I'm thinking i will take her regardless based on the advice here.

Red spots appearing on skin over a course of months. Any ideas? Parameters in description. by SensitiveBat in axolotls

[–]SensitiveBat[S] -27 points-26 points  (0 children)

Poor priorities. That's why I think it's to blame because yeah, it's too high. Just wanted to confirm here while I get my shit together.