So Tomorrow It Is

[the_lock_man]

I assume english id not their native langauge

He's Indian.

 

[Malawi MaD]

Like you said a while back crunch maybe leaving the hobby for now is a good idea? Until you can get the adequate equipment and the right set-up for the fish you want to keep. It seems that you are fighting a loosing battle? You really will appreciate the hobby more if you have everything you need to start of with and start out in the correct way when cycling your aquarium. At least then the hobby won't feel as tedious and frustrating because you know your doing right by your fish and your set-up fits the fish's need's. (not hvaing a go at you btw, just quoting on what you said)

 

[crunch7]

All this is going so wrong, see people here, sad to say dont have any clue about a fishless cycle. Since there is lack of knowledge and no demand for such test kits there isn't any supply for them either. I even had a talk with an upcoming lfs and the owner whose a veteran in the business was thinking I have lost my mind. Now leave that whats the solution to our problem? The ebay kit is expensive because its imported n stuff, dont have anybody near me to help me out with them. Now one more thing which can be done is to get in touch with a chemistry major guy who can help me in testing .
That said maybe the fish are unfortunate to be sold here to unlimited number of amateurs without the right information, but My fish are fortunate enough of having you guys giving correct advice every day.
Alas guys you have made your point now dont overdo it, you will be taking this topic somewhere else.
HAppy birthday Di, I know you are worried for my fish, but be assured I am doing all I can to preserve them. Have a good day di.

 

[The Taffy Apple]

No, totally disagree crunch7... WHY ARE YOU ADDING YET MORE FISH..??

I have come to the conclusion that you are, in fact, some sort of 'wind-up merchant'.. everyone on here loves their fish and tanks, there are a vast amount of highly experienced fishkeepers yet you STILL continue to ignore their advice.

The best reply i could read from you would be 'tropical fish are too much hard work for me, i am giving up the hobby'.

But all the best with your fish-in cycle, i suppose.

Terry.

 

[PyroBrit]

Dear Crunch,

A quick google shows that there are many shops in Kolkata that sell testing kits for use with your aquarium.
This one seems to well established and ideal for your needs.

Splashing Meadows

Splashing Meadows
39, Syed Amir Ali Avenue,
Kolkata,
West Bengal,
India.
Phone: (033)22809021
Mobile: (91)9831064219
email : [email protected]

 

[dh058977]

All this is going so wrong, see people here, sad to say dont have any clue about a fishless cycle. Since there is lack of knowledge and no demand for such test kits there isn't any supply for them either. I even had a talk with an upcoming lfs and the owner whose a veteran in the business was thinking I have lost my mind. Now leave that whats the solution to our problem? The ebay kit is expensive because its imported n stuff, dont have anybody near me to help me out with them. Now one more thing which can be done is to get in touch with a chemistry major guy who can help me in testing .
That said maybe the fish are unfortunate to be sold here to unlimited number of amateurs without the right information, but My fish are fortunate enough of having you guys giving correct advice every day.
Alas guys you have made your point now dont overdo it, you will be taking this topic somewhere else.
HAppy birthday Di, I know you are worried for my fish, but be assured I am doing all I can to preserve them. Have a good day di.

There are a few things wrong with this paragraph.
1. I accept the fact that people where you live have no idea about fishless cycles etc. However, you DO and nothing is stopping you from taking your fish back and starting fresh with a fishless cycle.
2. However expensive a testing kit may be for you to buy it is essential to the hobby and you should not keep the fish you have until you can buy one. However, as proved by the last poster, there are places where you can buy a testing kit!
3. Your fish are NOT fortunate to have any of us on this forum as you clearly do not take any of the advice given to you. How do any of us know that your keeping up with your water changes etc?
4. We clearly havent made our points clear enough as you are still adding unsuitable fish and doing a fish in cycle. People here care about the welfare of fish and will continue to post until you get the right idea.
5. You are NOT doing all you can do to preserve them as you have unsuitable fish for your tank and you are doing a fish in cycle - that isnt preserving them at all.

Do us all a favour and either give up on fish keeping all together OR start listening to the great advice on this forum and do a fishless cycle.

 

[Dieses Madchen]

If you are really that keen on doing a fish-in cycle, find a member named Tizer. I believe it was him that said he has done all fish-in cycles and has NEVER lost a fish. If you want to do a fish-in cycle, at least follow the pattern of someone who knows how to do it RIGHT without harming the fish. (someone correct me if I have the wrong member in mind). But based on the logs of his I have seen, he knows what he is doing and provided that you actually listen, or even just read and follow 100%, the directions for a fish-in cycle in the beginners forum, you may just have a shot at NOT replacing your fish once a week. Here is a link to his fish-in cycle log. http/www.fishforums.net/index.php?/topic/357640-tizers-90-litre-tiger-barb-krib-tank/ I would very much suggest you read it. It is actually extremely helpful. He not only tells your what he is doing, but WHY he is doing it.

 

[tyler88]

Hey i dont know the size of your tank but if its small like you said those tiger barbs wont be very happy in there, my tiger barbs are around 3 inches and i had them a little over a year now.

 

[CezzaXV]

A lot of people think that fishkeeping is an easy hobby. It's not. It's expensive and it's hard work!

I know not everyone is blessed with the money and time needed to put everything into the hobby, and that's fine, but you do need to ask yourself that if you can't afford/get hold of the most basic piece of equipment you need to keep fish (a test kit), should you really be in the hobby at all? I don't want to rain on your parade, but that's the way it seems. I know things may be more expensive over there and that's unfortunate, but if you're going to keep fish, you NEED to be able to care for them.

To proceed any further, you need to BUY A TEST KIT. This isn't really negotiable. Without one, you will not be able to cycle your tank properly, and will inevitably end up with dead and/or sick fish.

Then you need to cycle your tank properly. Since you already have fish, you'll probably want to do a fish-in cycle. This is the most hard work out of the two cycling methods. You will need to test your water at the very least once a day and do water changes. It's hard work and time consuming, and there's still a risk you could end up with dead/sick fish.

The most kind way of doing it for your fish is a fishless cycle. This involves artificially adding ammonia and testing your water regularly - at first once a day but increasing to twice a day in later stages. This can be a long and boring process, but ultimately you don't end up with dead/sick fish.

There are alot of members here with alot of knowledge we will happily hand out about cycling and we can hold your hand with it every step of the way, but it means nothing if you're not willing to put the time and money into it. There are a lot of other cheaper and easier pets to look after if you don't/can't, and again, maybe we can advise you on what pet to keep depending on how much time and money you're able to put into it.

 

[Dieses Madchen]

A lot of people think that fishkeeping is an easy hobby. It's not. It's expensive and it's hard work!

I know not everyone is blessed with the money and time needed to put everything into the hobby, and that's fine, but you do need to ask yourself that if you can't afford/get hold of the most basic piece of equipment you need to keep fish (a test kit), should you really be in the hobby at all? I don't want to rain on your parade, but that's the way it seems. I know things may be more expensive over there and that's unfortunate, but if you're going to keep fish, you NEED to be able to care for them.

To proceed any further, you need to BUY A TEST KIT. This isn't really negotiable. Without one, you will not be able to cycle your tank properly, and will inevitably end up with dead and/or sick fish.

Then you need to cycle your tank properly. Since you already have fish, you'll probably want to do a fish-in cycle. This is the most hard work out of the two cycling methods. You will need to test your water at the very least once a day and do water changes. It's hard work and time consuming, and there's still a risk you could end up with dead/sick fish.

The most kind way of doing it for your fish is a fishless cycle. This involves artificially adding ammonia and testing your water regularly - at first once a day but increasing to twice a day in later stages. This can be a long and boring process, but ultimately you don't end up with dead/sick fish.

There are alot of members here with alot of knowledge we will happily hand out about cycling and we can hold your hand with it every step of the way, but it means nothing if you're not willing to put the time and money into it. There are a lot of other cheaper and easier pets to look after if you don't/can't, and again, maybe we can advise you on what pet to keep depending on how much time and money you're able to put into it.

+1....I dont want to calculate how much I have spent lol....but then again if I just quit buying more tanks.... lol

 

[the_lock_man]

A lot of people think that fishkeeping is an easy hobby. It's not. It's expensive and it's hard work!

I know not everyone is blessed with the money and time needed to put everything into the hobby, and that's fine, but you do need to ask yourself that if you can't afford/get hold of the most basic piece of equipment you need to keep fish (a test kit), should you really be in the hobby at all? I don't want to rain on your parade, but that's the way it seems. I know things may be more expensive over there and that's unfortunate, but if you're going to keep fish, you NEED to be able to care for them.

To proceed any further, you need to BUY A TEST KIT. This isn't really negotiable. Without one, you will not be able to cycle your tank properly, and will inevitably end up with dead and/or sick fish.

Then you need to cycle your tank properly. Since you already have fish, you'll probably want to do a fish-in cycle. This is the most hard work out of the two cycling methods. You will need to test your water at the very least once a day and do water changes. It's hard work and time consuming, and there's still a risk you could end up with dead/sick fish.

The most kind way of doing it for your fish is a fishless cycle. This involves artificially adding ammonia and testing your water regularly - at first once a day but increasing to twice a day in later stages. This can be a long and boring process, but ultimately you don't end up with dead/sick fish.

There are alot of members here with alot of knowledge we will happily hand out about cycling and we can hold your hand with it every step of the way, but it means nothing if you're not willing to put the time and money into it. There are a lot of other cheaper and easier pets to look after if you don't/can't, and again, maybe we can advise you on what pet to keep depending on how much time and money you're able to put into it.

+1....I dont want to calculate how much I have spent lol....but then again if I just quit buying more tanks.... lol

Or having someone buy them for you....

 

[CezzaXV]

I'm pretty sure I've spent at least two weeks worth of wages on my tank, and I don't even have plants or fish yet. Not a cheap hobby.

 

[Dieses Madchen]

I'm pretty sure I've spent at least two weeks worth of wages on my tank, and I don't even have plants or fish yet. Not a cheap hobby.

In some areas your can get items for your tank for nothing. I took the cheap way out for my cichlid tanks and raided the limestone cliffs near my house I have also found some really good driftwood at my local lake that I am prepping for a different tank.

 

[Xraymark]

I bought my tank in August and have easily spent over 500 squid.

So far all I have to show for it is a tank full of ammonia. If I didn't laugh I'd cry. May have to buy a second test kit the way things are going. LOL.