Watch the Water
Chlorinated tap water, bottled or distilled water, or water that is too acidic or alkaline can kill a goldfish. So buy a solution at a pet store that removes chlorine, adds nutrients or minerals, or measures acidity. Try to keep the water at about 70 degrees. You will also need a filtering system to remove waste, which contains ammonia that is toxic to the fish.
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Take Cover
Unless you want your pet to commit goldfish suicide, keep the tank covered at all times!
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Let In The Light
Goldfish need natural sunlight to keep their colours from fading.
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Feed The Fish Daily
We know how easy it can be to forget to feed a pet that doesn’t bark or meow when it’s starving. But don’t forget to treat your goldfish to flakes or pellets every day. For a real treat, let it sometimes snack on freeze-dried worms, beef heart, brine shrimp, or algae.
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Change The Water Weekly
Luckily, you’ll only need to change 10 percent each week-and you won’t have to move the fish.
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Be A Good Housekeeper
Change the filter medium and clean the gravel regularly. If you have a power filter, change the filter container every few months. You should also clean the sides of the bowl or tank with baking soda-never soap-every few weeks, placing the fish in a cup or separate bowl while you clean.
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