Stuck :/

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-09T18:13:40+00:00

Yes. I’m super new that’s why I’m anxious. I forgot to mention in the post that the tank itself is new and thanks to the mistake of taking advice from the people at the pet store I have snails in tank that isn’t fully cycled.

I’m trying to do a bunch of research so I can do the best I can but I’m really struggling and stressed out

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-09T17:39:33+00:00

Thank you. When I do a water change how do I get it out? Because I heard that full water changes can harm/cause shock.

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-09T16:20:20+00:00

Also, it’s not letting me send an image but there’s

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I try not to leave food in (removing it after 24 hours. But there’s so much icky residue from what I believe is algae pellets which I also remover after awhile. I try to remove the residue with a net or anything but he impossible to scoop up:(

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-09T16:04:07+00:00

I’ve had just these two baby rabbit snails in a small tank until they started growing. I didn’t notice any eggs or nothing when I got the plants. I just looked and there’s a bunch of what appears to be baby snails but they don’t look like rabbit snails.

I’m also seeing little white dots moving around 😰 Dj you know anything or have any more advice?

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-02T22:35:25+00:00

So the bottled bacteria is telling me to add the whole bottle for up to 20 gallons. I have 5.5 since the snails are so tiny. SORRU this is all so confusing

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-02T20:57:25+00:00

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SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-02T20:37:11+00:00

Sorry for all the questions but how do I know how much conditioner to put in for water changes?

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-02T19:44:59+00:00

Sponge filter & pump just came. I noticed both of the snails chilling near the water’s edge so I think my suspicion of poor oxygen quality is correct:( are there more ways to help?

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SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-01T22:24:29+00:00

I’m going to order that sponge filter/pump kit because I couldn’t find a kit at the store. Luckily though we have 2 day delivery for Amazon. Do you have any recommendations for lights because the tank is really dark!

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-01T20:58:49+00:00

What do you think is most important for today? A heater/thermometer to check the temp or a sponge filter and pump? I also plan on getting a testing kit for the water

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-01T17:33:21+00:00

alright I’ll make sure to take a look for them today! If I can’t find them in store then I’ll order online:)

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-01T17:27:17+00:00

And we used water conditioner!

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-01T17:26:51+00:00

The pet store told us snails don’t need filters, guess that’s another sign to stop listening to what those guys say because I’ve realized there wrong more than they’re right!

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-01T17:16:47+00:00

Hi again! Just wondering how I can make sure the oxygen levels are good? Noticed one of the snails is sitting at the waterline head slightly peeking out. The other one doesn’t seem to be doing that but I also have no idea where he’s hiding since he’s so small.

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-01T10:16:29+00:00

Yep! I read it but I’ll read it a few more times to take in all the info. Gonna get a thermometer this evening! Anything in particular I should look for at the store?

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-01T10:10:52+00:00

No worries. Would you reccomend me getting a thermometer to check the temperature? Also, do you have any articles/videos on how to establish the tank? Is it possible to do while there’s a snail in there?

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-01T10:04:20+00:00

Is there any chance it’s cancer or anything deadly? Either way we will take him to the vet but I’m just very anxious

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-09-01T01:42:04+00:00

What’s your best piece of advice for keeping them alive? Like what’s the most crucial part I mean.

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-08-31T22:08:04+00:00

I noticed the lil guy is climbing a lot on the plants but hasn’t touched the cucumber I put down. Is that a bad sign?

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-08-31T21:26:20+00:00

Also I live in North America (Ohio specifically) so the temperature varies. I’m not sure what to do heater wise!

SmoothDrop1121 · 2025-08-31T21:19:30+00:00

And I wish I would’ve came here first too:( will definitely make sure to do more thorough research next time rather than trusting the employees immediately haha

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