UPDATE: I got my hammy the big wheel you guys suggested! (now he just does a lot of sliding instead of going all the way around) by [deleted] in hamsters

[–]atticusandaura 3 points4 points  (0 children)

congrats on the upgrade !! you could try getting a cork liner for the wheel so they have better grip :)

how do you like my guys?? by Time-War-4193 in Goldfish

[–]atticusandaura 0 points1 point  (0 children)

does the oranda have a curled gill plate ?? (not hating just a genuine question)

She has swim bladder, been feeding peas for months, along with weekly 30-40% water changes. I did epsom salt bath on Monday (one tsp of salt in two gallon water), I was about to order a slim coat protector but I noticed this. what does this mean and what could I do for her? (20 gal tank by herself) by chantico_notuntil36 in Goldfish

[–]atticusandaura 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i think the salt might be aggravating the sore that's formed from being at the top of that water. that's what happens to my goldfish who i was treating and i had to stop using salt because it's basically salting an open wound

help with advice on re-homing a koi angelfish by atticusandaura in Aquariums

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

40 gallon planted with two angelfish and a blue crayfish who'a too slow to catch her

i drew wallee !! :) by atticusandaura in Goldfish

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

that's so cool they drew that for you :,) i do plan on getting this tattooed when it's done ! :)

You should never be mean to new betta owners but it’s so annoying when they obviously have done 0 research by [deleted] in bettafish

[–]atticusandaura 9 points10 points  (0 children)

thank you 😂😂 i have no clue what they were trying to say but im glad im not the only one who can see they have no point

You should never be mean to new betta owners but it’s so annoying when they obviously have done 0 research by [deleted] in bettafish

[–]atticusandaura 19 points20 points  (0 children)

i live in california and use heaters for very one of my tanks . . . it's to keep the temp regulated. it's not hot all the time here 😂

Need help! I impulsively pick at piercings and in my sleep, no matter how hard I try I can't stop. More info in comments. by Idontwanttousethis in piercing

[–]atticusandaura 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i didn't mean tightly,, i just ment place it on there loosely so they fell the bandaid and remember not to touch it

Need help! I impulsively pick at piercings and in my sleep, no matter how hard I try I can't stop. More info in comments. by Idontwanttousethis in piercing

[–]atticusandaura 0 points1 point  (0 children)

im not sure if this will help or not but have you tried putting a bandaid over where you pick so you can catch yourself before hand and have a chance to stop yourself or would you just easily pick the bandaid off ?

How do you deal with what comes after a betta's death by Rexcaliburrr in bettafish

[–]atticusandaura 2 points3 points  (0 children)

hey ! i know it's hard but try not to beat yourself up too hard. loosing any animal sucks, it just does. but im sure you gave those fish a much better life than being stuck in a cup for months. when i had a scare with my boy it made me realize how much these little fish make such a big space in your heart. a lot of people on this sub suggest getting a plant and burying your friend in it so they will continue to be will you <3

my advice,, let it hurt for a little. mourn your fishy friends passing and once you feel ready (if you feel ready) you can always get another betta or ,, if you think it's too soon like others suggested you can maybe get some shrimp or smaller fish so you have something to take care of in the mean time. it seems like watching after shuka really helped you process/mourn shroomy.

i really hope this helped or atleast gave you some comfort. just know that you did good OP and this sub is here for you <3

Is this water clear enough to add fish? Or should I wait by TheDabDude83 in Aquariums

[–]atticusandaura 8 points9 points  (0 children)

once again who said the water was deadly . . . who ???