Brian Blake

How to

Test Water Purity

Clean drinking water is one of the most important resources in the world. Although pollution is a scary issue to worry about, there are a few simple ways to put your water to the test. For the most accurate results possi...

How to

Care for a Red Eared Slider Turtle

If you're looking to get a pet turtle, consider a red-eared slider turtle. This easily adaptable pet prefers warm habitats, but can thrive in a large tank. The red-eared slider is named for the red-line running behind i...

How to

Dechlorinate Water

Whether you’re concerned about chlorine in your drinking water, fish tank, or garden, there are several quick and easy ways to remove chlorine from water. Natural methods like boiling or evaporation are useful for sma...

How to

Cure Betta Fish Diseases

If you have ever been to a fish store, you will probably have noticed small, colorful fish in solitary plastic cups. These are the wonderful aquarium fish ''Betta splendens'', or the Siamese Fighting Fish. Unfortunately,...

How to

Raise Goldfish Fry

After your goldfish has successfully spawned, you'll be left with goldfish fry to care for. Goldfish fry are not the same as regular goldfish, and require special conditions in regards to their food and environment. With...

How to

Care for Mystery Snails

Mystery snails (or pomacea diffusa) are common freshwater snails to breed and/or keep as pets. If cared for correctly, mystery snails live an average of 2-3 years. By setting up your tank with care, adding the snails to ...

How to

Tell If a Hermit Crab Is Sick

Hermit crabs are animals that often live long lives in large colonies. They are sometimes considered “starter” pets by people. In general, Hermit crabs are usually pretty easy to keep happy and healthy. But under ce...

How to

Breed Gouramis

Gourami, also pluralized gouramis or gouramies, are popular freshwater aquarium fish, and many gourami species are easily bred in captivity. Many gourami care for their eggs in beautiful nests made from bubbles, while ot...

How to

Tell if Your Goldfish Is an Adult

Goldfish tend to reach sexual maturity at around a year of age, although they are not fully grown until they are two or three years old. You can see if your goldfish has reached maturity by examining its physical charact...

How to

Prevent and Treat Popeye in Betta Fish

It happens suddenly: last week you had a seemingly healthy betta fish, but now its eyes are buggy, foggy, and sticking out of its head. Unfortunately, your betta is experiencing a symptom known as popeye, in which fluid ...

How to

Selectively Breed Betta Fish

Betta fish, also called Siamese fighting fish, can make wonderful and very beautiful pets. Bettas are often kept separately because they can attack and kill tank mates. Many people like the idea of having multiple bettas...

How to

Make a Siphon

Depending upon the method you use, it only takes one or two things to make a cheap siphon. Whether you're siphoning gasoline out of your car, or showing kids how siphoning works as a science experiment, it can be done wi...

How to

Care for a Gray Tree Frog

Gray tree frogs are large, color-changing amphibians that are native to North America. On average, they live to be 7 years old in captivity, making them a long-term investment as a pet. If you’re considering getting a ...

How to Raise and Feed Mosquito Larvae to Your Fish

Give your fish a nutritious, cheap, and live source of foodMosquito larvae are a cost-effective, nutrient-packed snack for pretty much any kind of fish.. 25 January 2024. Plus, they’re incredibly easy to raise—mosqu...

How to

Give Your Hermit Crab a Bath

Hermit crabs require exposure to salt water to keep them healthy and happy, but you may not want to keep a salt water bowl in their tank in addition to their freshwater drinking bowl. In that case, you should give your ...

How to

Start a Siphon (Fish Tank)

Every possible way you can siphon the water from a fish tankFor optimum fish health, fish tanks must be drained 25% on a weekly basis. This can be done by way of a siphon, and your fish can stay in the tank. A simple aqu...

How to

Care for Tree Frogs

Tree frogs make great pets, but require that you have a suitable environment and food for them to ensure they are healthy and happy. There are several species of tree frogs that are often kept as pets. White’s and Gree...

How to

Help a Hermit Crab Change Shells

You shouldn't actually “help” your hermit crab to change shells. What you can do is to select the right shells, prepare them properly, and present them to your crab in a healthy environment.. 25 January 2024. This w...

How to

Take Care of an Aquatic Frog

Aquatic frogs are fun, low-maintenance animals, ideal for someone who doesn't have a lot of time on their hands but would still love to have a pet. As an added bonus, the frogs fit into small places, ideal for the home w...

How to

Breed Freshwater Angelfish

Freshwater Angelfish are a popular aquarium fish noted for their beautiful shape and colors, so many owners have interest in breeding them. Unlike other fish, Angelfish prefer to choose their own mates. In order to breed...