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Old June 5th, 2008, 02:51 PM
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Originally Posted by NewFry View Post
I'm noticing a small thin patch starting in his tail, and his two most anterior, ventral fins have white tips. His dorsal fin has small, uniform red dots that I thought were a part of his markings. None of his fins have dark red or black edges though. Should I be worried, and if I buy him medication could I use it for prevention if he doesn't need it for a cure?
i did not address this at all!!

look very very closely at his fins, does it look like his BODY is white or that there are little white fluffies or even salt looking spots ON his body?? do the uniform red spots look anything like blood under his skin?? bettas typically have red spots, especially certain colors. this isnt unusual, just wanna make sure it doesnt look like its UNDER his skin.

few things i keep on hand are-

Jungle brand anti bacteria food
Jungle brand anti fungal food } never know when you need them!!!
Jungle brand anti parasite food

aquarium salt
epsom salt (yep, same stuff you use in the bath)

its actually pretty good you have a sort of hospital tank for you fish now. that way if he ever gets sick, you can medicate in the QT (quarantine tank).

oh and keep some peas on hand for constipation!

-ashley
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