PetFoodia.com - Pet Food Coupons and Reviews

Pet Food Coupons and Pet Food Reviews

  • Dog Food Reviews
  • Dog Food Coupons
  • Cat Food Reviews
  • Cat Food Coupons
  • Pet Talk
  • Pet Vet
  • Pet Health
You are here: PetFoodia.com » Pet Talk » How To Find a New Home for Fish

How To Find a New Home for Fish

May 7, 2012 by PetFoodia

What do you do with fish that have become too large or aggressive to remain in your tank?  That is the question my fiancé and I faced last weekend.  A pair of Australian Rainbow fish and five Buenos Aires Tetras had grown to be quite large in our tank.  That wasn’t the problem though, as there was plenty of room.  The bigger they grew, the more aggressive they became.  They shared the tank with a variety of community fish, including Zebra Danio.  Friday afternoon my fiancé witnessed the Australian Rainbows and Tetras attacking a Danio.  The literally bit a piece off of the Danio, who later died.

We were horrified!  All of our fish were supposed to be community fish.  Sometimes individual fish or groups of fish become aggressive unexpectedly and you are stuck with a tough prospect – what do I do with these fish?

We called Petco and PetSmart first and they told us that they couldn’t take our fish.  I’m guessing this is company policy.  However, Petco/PetSmart did advise us that local pet stores often take fish and may be able to point you in the right direction if you call.

We googled to find the closest local pet store and gave them a call (make sure the store has a fish section before calling!)  The owner was very kind and agreed to take our fish.  We arranged a day and time to bring the fish to the store.

My only concern was that the store or tanks or people wouldn’t seem legitimate and I wouldn’t want to leave my fish once I got there.  Remember, it is okay to say “I’m sorry, I have changed my mind” if you arrive and feel uncomfortable with the situation.  Even though your fish may have overgrown your tank or become too aggressive, it’s important to make sure they go to a responsible place.

Luckily, the local pet store we visited was great.  The tanks were crystal clear, healthy, and the owner was super knowledgeable.  We felt good about leaving our fish there and know that they will go to a good home.

Another option for finding a new home for your fish is to post an advertisement on a site like Craigslist or other community sites.  You can offer your fish for free or for sale and try to find a new home that way.

Filed Under: Pet Talk

About PetFoodia

Hi, I'm Foxy! As the official spokesperson for PetFoodia.com, I wanted to welcome you to our wonderful pet web site. We created this web site to help share information to pet owners, while also providing useful resources and reviews on every day products that we are giving to our pets.

Search

Popular Articles

5 FQAs About Tick and Flea Dog Collar

5 FQAs About Tick and Flea Dog Collar

Spring break is here and summer is fast … [Read More...]

Oral Health Tips for Dogs and Cats

Oral Health Tips for Dogs and Cats

When taking care of your pet's health, one of the … [Read More...]

Knowing the Difference Between Grain vs. Grain Free Pet Food Diets

Knowing the Difference Between Grain vs. Grain Free Pet Food Diets

When choosing a pet food for your precious … [Read More...]

What to Know When Changing Your Dogs Pet Food

What to Know When Changing Your Dogs Pet Food

Changing your pet's food isn't something that … [Read More...]

Is Expensive Pet Food Better? – Ask a Vet

Is Expensive Pet Food Better? – Ask a Vet

When walking down the aisles of your favorite pet … [Read More...]

Site Navigation

  • Dog Questions
  • Cat Questions
  • Pet Vet
  • Pet Health
  • Pet Food
  • Pet Talk
  • Pet Training
  • Pet Products
  • About PetFoodia
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • DMCA
  • Disclaimer

Search PetFoodia

Recent Posts

  • 5 FQAs About Tick and Flea Dog Collar
  • Oral Health Tips for Dogs and Cats
  • Knowing the Difference Between Grain vs. Grain Free Pet Food Diets
  • What to Know When Changing Your Dogs Pet Food
  • Is Expensive Pet Food Better? – Ask a Vet
  • Summer Time Pet Hazards Pet Owners Need to Be Aware Of
  • How to Correctly Read a Dog Food Label
  • Pet Travel 101: What You Need to Know When Traveling with a Pet
  • Quick Tips to Keeping Your Pets Cool When It’s Hot Out
  • How Much Does It Cost to Own a Dog?
  • 6 Kinds of Allergies that Can Affect Your Canine
  • 7 of the Best Super Foods to Add to Your Dog’s Diet
  • 10 of the Most Toxic Foods to Keep Away from Your Pet
  • If Your Pet Could Talk, What Would it Say?
  • PrettyLitter Cat Litter Review and 10% Coupon Code

Pet Article Categories

  • Cat Food Coupons
  • Cat Food Reviews
  • Dog Beds
  • Dog Food Coupons
  • Dog Food Reviews
  • Dog Treats
  • Featured
  • Pet Food
  • Pet Food Brands
  • Pet Food Samples
  • Pet Health
  • Pet Products
  • Pet Shampoos
  • Pet Talk
  • Pet Training
  • Pet Vet
  • Uncategorized

Copyright © 2021 · Magazine Pro Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in