he does not look unhealthy. is he unhappy? he is eating.
2007-01-01 16:14:21 · 14 answers · asked by pezdebb 1 in Pets ➔ Fish
it's sick it is going to pass away
2007-01-01 16:45:17 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you have fresh water fish it could be a number of problems with the water. Fish are extremely sensitive to chlorine in the water. You can purchase "Start Right" from your local pet supply or store. This product removes the chlorine from the water and makes it healthy for the fish to swim in.
Also the PH of your water is important, usually fresh water fish like the pH to be about neutral or about a 7 on the pH scale.
There is a product out called Correct pH for community tanks or tank buddies, and comes in a white tablet form just follow the directions on the packaging
These two products are essential for having healthy fish.
Also, if you do not have a filter or something to circulate the water the fish can be deprived of oxygen, so you need a filter.
When a fish swims on its side it will die because water conditions are not favorable.
If all the above conditions are met and your fish is still on its side it could be dieing from old age, or a lethal dose of ammonia from the fish going to the bathroom. you can find ammonia removal at your local pet supply too.
The best system for ammonia removal is to buy a filter with a water wheel attached to it as this will remove the ammonia from the water by dissipation or evaporation.
And of course change the water in your tank, but don't forget to remove the chlorine.
Sand is the best to use for the bottom of your fish tank and not the little colored stones.
Rick
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2007-01-02 00:45:53 · answer #2 · answered by Richard D 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If he is floating at the top of the tank then he is probably dead. But if he is just resting at the bottom on his side then maybe he just has a little headache or his equilibrium is off. Make sure that the water temp. is safe for him and that his tank is clean and filter is working. He could be getting sick from any of those things.
2007-01-02 00:44:56 · answer #3 · answered by Mom_of_two 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm so sorry but i had a fish and it was on the side for days and it was eating and all that and then it passed away days after
2007-01-02 01:03:13 · answer #4 · answered by punk_ass 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Does he have pop ed eyes?Last week I was at a pet store and I noticed a fish swimming on its side and I asked the manager if it was sick.He laughed and said no!this kind of fish can have a balance problem, because of the weight of those eyes. hope this helped you!
2007-01-02 01:04:06 · answer #5 · answered by Dancingsun 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Even though he looks healthy it sounds like he might be ready to go "belly-up", not trying to be insensitive but that's always been my experience with fish....they start on their side then a couple of days later they die....SORRY.
2007-01-02 00:19:08 · answer #6 · answered by jenniaj1973 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How long has it been since you cleaned the tank. Make sure it's clean and well aerated. Sounds like your fish is sick and about to die. I had 4 fish that did this and they died within two days.
2007-01-02 00:40:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm sorry.He'll probably die soon.=( That's what happened with all of my sister's fish.
2007-01-02 00:16:57 · answer #8 · answered by Orange Juice 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You fed him too much and upset his swim bladder.
2007-01-02 00:16:55 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
He's just about ready to croak.
2007-01-02 00:22:18 · answer #10 · answered by Paca 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋