Before deciding if a freshwater fish tank is the right pet choice for you, ask yourself
the following questions:
Before deciding if a freshwater fish tank is the right pet choice for you, ask yourself the following questions.
•Have you researched this setup and do you have the time, money and knowledge to provide proper care for the animal’s entire lifespan?
•Do you have the appropriate location and space for this animal?
•How can I keep this animal legally?
•Is there a mature person in the household to provide primary care of the animal?
•Do you have a vet in your area that is able to provide appropriate medical care to this specific animal?
If you have answered yes to these questions or need some extra help, then let The Toledo Zoo give you some great information on your animal of choice. Although this animal may be right for you, please read below and discover some of the important needs of this animal.
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What do I need to survive?
How am I going to affect you?
Our "together" time
If you have determined that this type of pet is not the one for you, you may wish to consider volunteering at The Toledo Zoo, your local humane society/animal shelter, vet, animal rehabilitation facility or other animal caretaking establishment in order to interact with animals and learn more about which ones could make a good pet for you.
Learn More about Fish
At your local library:
Fish: How to choose and care for a fish
by Laura S. Jeffery
• A good book for kids about the basics of fish care
Starting with tropical fish
by Bernd Greger
• Another good illustrated book outlining tropical freshwater fish care
On the web:
http://www.fishlore.com/
• Great resource to answer all kinds of fish care questions
http://www.aquarium-guides.com/
•More information for the new freshwater aquarium hobbyist
http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/index.html
• Excellent source for animal information of all kinds
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