The Puffer Forum

Well, I just wanted to say a big THANKS to everyone.. I think i'm going to head over to the freshwater board now for more info on pea puffers. Come look for me over there! I hope to "sea" some of you there! Thanks for all your patience and understanding with everything! I'll let you know i...

Flutter wrote:I kept them together for several years without a single problem

I agree with everyone, these loaches are awesome (which is why I had to suggest them)! Just make sure you house them on sand.

Sand! Thanks for the advice!

My loaches did love to cuddle <3

You could also think about getting a single DP and 3-4 kuhli loaches for a tank. This way you don't have to worry about the sex of the fish and singletons are more interactive. I love kuhli loaches! they are awesome looking! I had one that was so active! My other ones usually buried under rocks, an...

I forgot to say, at this point, I have 2 10 gallon full set ups. (tank, filters, hoods, lights, decor.)

The great thing about pea puffers is they are small and you keep ~ 2 per a 10g. be sure not both males though, and they are a freshwater species so no salt cost. Thats just some info, I think if money is an issue than its a great species to get(compared to other puffs). They are adorable! How can y...

Well, I have made a decision regarding puff. :( I have made the decision that at the present time, I am not equipped with the knowledge, equipment or money for puff's needs. I called the Fish Store today, and explained my situation, and they said they would gladly take him and find him a good home. ...

That's odd, as the raw meat diet if especially recommended to animals with food allergies. Have you gotten a 2nd opinion? I have a dog with food allergies and can totally relate to Capt Dorsal Fin! Raw meat diets are hard on dogs too as the excess amount of fats in raw meats are not the best for th...

Pufferpunk wrote:Look into the raw meat diet.

For the dog? I can't. Well, The vet advised against it at this point, due to so many allergies- he's allergic to practically everything.

sevenyearnight wrote:Poor guy! Well good luck to you, your dog and fish.

Can't wait to hear about your new boyfriend!

HA! Thanks. (about the new BF)
I'll def. update about Puff.

There are probably other brands I'm sure, but I didn't deal with any prescription foods so I'm not very familiar with them. But, here is one you could talk to your veterinarian about: http://www.wysong.net/prescription-cat-dog-foods.php He's actually doing really well on this brand... only 1 bladde...

Can they maybe hold him got you while your tank cycles? I hear you on the special needs "kid", my husband and I have 3 out of 10 furry kids with chronic health problems. I know ho w stressful it is because you just want them to be healthy and they don't understand what's going on. Just a ...

Sound like a reasonable course of action.... I have no doubts that you could handle the task of keeping this fish...but the cost is a legitamite consideration. Minimum needs are test kits, a larger tank, marine salt, and a hydrometer ....a container to mix the salt water in and a powerhead to mix i...

Wow, knowing it was 2 different people sure makes a lot more sense out of it all! Lol I'm sorry about the stressful situation you are in, good thoughts to you and your puff :) Thanks. That means a lot. I'm trying. I think I'm going to call the local Fish Store that is very well known around here fo...

One thing you may notice if you didn't know already, is there color will change by emotion, typically when excited there belly tuns dark. I thought mine was dying first time I saw it. I have noticed that! His belly gets dark! I was concerned, but then it went back to the white color, so I figured a...