AXOLOTL HEALTH ISSUES & TREATMENTS | What to Do If Your Axolotl Is Sick

[@GirlTalksFish]

*Want to see more?* Like the video, subscribe to the channel, and hit that notification bell! goo.gl/4q2idY Also, here’s the table of contents with timestamps: ► Fungus on gills (0:44) ► Physical injuries, wounds, and skin discolorations • External injuries (2:06) • Chemical burns (2:43) • Skin discolorations from columnaris, saprolegnia, septic infection, or red leg syndrome (3:27) ► Parasites (4:30) ► Intestinal or other internal organ issues • Floating and vomiting (5:00) • Swollen stomach/abdomen from impaction, being gravid, bloating, and constipation (6:30) ► Glossary of common treatments for axolotls • Quarantine tub (9:48) • Food strikes, force feeding (10:19) • Fridging (11:48) • Salt baths and tea baths (12:39)

[@SagaDraws]

My golden albino axolotl has White shiny spots some Places on his body should i worry?

[@alyssaequine4143]

please help me! my axolotl is 3 years old and i didn't feed him for 2 weeks due to holidays and his REALLY REALLY REALLY skimmy he looks like his legs are longer than him my little one is fat still but she didn't get fed either they aremt in a tank together either I'm confused please help!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Alyssa - I'm really sorry to hear that! Is he still eating well or refusing food? Given how skinny he is, I would seek professional advice immediately and find an exotic vet who can treat axolotls. Two weeks without food is typically okay for an adult axolotl who has lower metabolism, so I personally would not research on the Internet anymore but would go see a vet who can run some more in-depth tests. Please do let me know what you find out and how your axolotl does!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Jonathan - You know, my leucistic axolotl also had white spots that made me freak out at first, but turns out they were just part of her skin color. As long as your axie is eating well and behavior is healthy, I wouldn't worry about it. :)

[@alyssaequine4143]

@@GirlTalksFish thank you for replying thank you so much!!!!! but our vets around here don't take aquatic animals he survived the might. his behavior has changed he isn't funny anymore and not as active he is still eating he still comes up when i call is there a different food i could feed him he has always eaten normal axolotl food and earthworms rarely. i would travel the world to find a fish vet but I'm only 14 i can't do much :'( thank you!!! it was such a relief to find u answered!!

[@ThePlantlife]

I "fridged" my axy for 48 hrs. When he was constipated. I was nervous but it worked great he voided and was back to normal

[@GirlTalksFish]

I'm so glad to hear that!

[@oddburger10thfry90]

did it freeze

[@pupnly]

I looked into that because my axolotl waa floating but then I saw a comment that their axie died from being fridged

[@hazz3853]

@@pupnly it's ok to put axolotls in the fridge as they will go dormant and you can fix whatever is wrong with them or the tank 😁

[@johnxy-san2513]

@@hazz3853 its risky

[@daviamorim]

I'm gonna send you the hospital bills for the cuteness overdose I got from that thumbnail.

[@GirlTalksFish]

Lol, I'll take it! 😂

[@oprahw6879]

I just absolutely love your care videos for axolotls! It's helping me prepare to get my very own! Thanks!!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Annie Sanford My pleasure! Always happy to help any new axie owners. Leave me a comment if you ever have any questions!

[@basketcase9211]

​@@GirlTalksFishI need help as soon as possible my axolotl isn't doing well at all I need away of communicating with you privately as mine has chemical burns and fungus on his gills how do I fix this

[@andremuller6202]

I have 3 Lotls since 2010. None was ill and they never seen a vet yet. Knock on woods

[@jqegqr7462]

hello! i figured since u have axolotls, im getting one soon and have a question. Im currently cycling my tank, its been a week and i was wondering if 30ppm GH and 40ppm KH is bad?

[@andremuller6202]

@@jqegqr7462 Try it. If the tank is running for a week, I think it's okay.

[@sophieshears7]

Very very happy with this video! It was super insightful and thoughtful. There is not enough videos like this one that explain step by step what everything is. I’ve had one Axolotl for two years, and just got another one two months ago. I’ve been using this video since I got my first one, and always refer to it when I need information about a certain situation! Keep up the amazing work! We need more videos like these :)

[@dirtymuttmuddypaws5727]

What really fascinates me is watching a baby axolotl’s little heart beat 😍. Jessss I love them 🤗🥰

[@dothedaddydance7057]

I have 2 baby’s and I have a cut up screen thing in the middle of tank so they don’t attack

[@GirlTalksFish]

Ej437 Yeah that's perfect! Thanks for sharing. :)

[@dothedaddydance7057]

A Gamer's Wife your welcome

[@johnathangillespie2075]

Really interested video. I remember when I first got an axolotl, he came impacted, which made me somewhat anxious as he was floating and playing dead. But once he passed the gravel he was all good, just cold water and moving the tank in to my bed room so I could make sure I could clean out the small stones before he'd try and eat them again. I don't use any sand or gravel in my tanks but the pet store I got him from was using gravel and it was almost a week before he had passed them.

[@GirlTalksFish]

Yeah, it's so scary when they get impacted or constipated. So glad your little axie got better. 😊

[@alfredosauce1699]

So many care for these cute little guys but it’s worth it

[@KeepItRollinICT]

Rescued a juice axolotl from a pet store that had no idea what they were doing, she is about 6 inches long and her gills are almost gone, about how long should it take before she starts to heal up?

[@GirlTalksFish]

Pretty quickly, actually. The younger the axolotl, the faster they tend to regenerate. Maybe within a month? I can't remember how long it took my 3" axolotl to regrow her hand, but you could visibly see a difference from week to week. Good luck with your new axie!

[@abrielrobertsson4160]

So how is she after 2 years?

[@KeepItRollinICT]

@@abrielrobertsson4160 she’s living her best life in a bonafide axolotl paradise with a couple other adults in a 75 gallon!

[@abrielrobertsson4160]

@@KeepItRollinICT Good to hear that :)

[@weeeoo1513]

My Axo isn't moving a lot, he's a melanoid and I learned quite recently that me and my father have been feeding and cleaning his water too much. I learned a lot of good information from this video! Thanks 🙏

[@hugegames2032]

Can you do a axolotl filter video. Like about what filters to use and stuff

[@GirlTalksFish]

That's a really good idea! Yeah, I'll definitely try to put something together for that topic. Thanks for the great suggestion. 👍

[@hugegames2032]

A Gamer's Wife yea, I really want an axolotl but I don’t know much about the filter brands and things.

[@GirlTalksFish]

My new video on axolotl filters is up. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@hugegames2032]

OMG THANKS SO MUCH

[@dffresf5719]

@@hugegames2032 How’s ur axolotl doing?

[@ohyetti6969]

The baby salamander was dirty, so we bathed him, cleaned his tank once a month, fed him and watered him, and gave him plenty of love, care, and medical attention in my vet office.

[@iwistudio7337]

13:36 that worm looks like his tongue. so cute!

[@karenwolfsen]

Thank you ! This is the best information I’ve found on axolotl care!

[@johnbalwit]

Beautiful camera work. Can you describe what equipment or techniques you use to capture those lovely axolotl shots?

[@GirlTalksFish]

Thank you so much! I honestly just my cell phone and I use a little tripod to keep the footage stable. If I need close-up shots, then I prop my hands/fingers against the glass. If you want to get really fancy with moving shots, then you can use a gimbal to get those really smooth shots. :)

[@kathrynlilley9203]

Does the lid need holes in it? for fridging i mean,

[@Croxage]

Ohmygod you are a life saver thank you so much for the detailed explanations :)

[@GirlTalksFish]

My pleasure! I hope your axie is doing well. :)

[@heatherbanks8999]

Thank you so much for this video! I found it very helpful!

[@dixiewalls4889]

Thanks for such a great video! Only one thing...In your video you said to use 2-3 teaspoons of salt per quart of water but your abbreviation was for Tablespoons. Tbs is Tablespoon and tsp is for teaspoon. Cheers

[@theregalreptile3953]

I just want you to know I love your channel. I have lots of odd pets like an Axolotl, a corn snake, bearded dragon and chameleon. My husband big into video games so when I read your channel name, LOL I also love your voice :) Keep up the good work!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Oh my goodness, you are so sweet! That totally made my day! I always love it when I meet other people who are pet lovers and have significant others who are gamers - seems like such a niche combo. 😆

[@theregalreptile3953]

I like games too- but I'm also low vision so, trying to play an online game with my husband is hilarious because I keep following the wrong people when we play together! I don't have kids yet though, so that's kind of scary haha! We joke about how big a tank they require to be happy :P

[@GirlTalksFish]

Lol!!

[@wardrobelion]

Awesome video instruction! Very thorough. You covered almost everything I could think to ask. Thank you.👍

[@galihrf1168]

Omg I'm really helped by this video. Thankyou so much. But I want to ask something about the "fungus on the gills" treatment. Can we use the same saltwater during the treatment of desease? Or we have to change the saltwater everyday (during the treatment)? Thankyou (Sorry for my bad english 😂)

[@ghostlywolf5329]

wow theyre alot of work!

[@Alaninjas]

Love the video! What kind of salt can be used for salt baths? Sorry in advance if you've said in the video, I didn't notice if you did >-

[@creationsbycrys]

Aquarium salt

[@Aug4216]

I have everything I need to take care of an axolotl but this being my 1st time getting onle i dont know what kind i shoudl get?

[@GirlTalksFish]

Whatever color you like! With my first axolotl, I didn't want to spend a lot of money, so I just got the most common colors. However, once you get more experience, breeders definitely specialty color morphs that are over $100. :)

[@romybeijersbergen36]

Hi! Great video! One question, How do you get your axolotl out of the tank? Mine is still young and does not like to be touched by hand..

[@GirlTalksFish]

Romy Beijersbergen Great question! Most people don't recommend using a net since the axolotl's flailing limbs could get tangled in the mesh. So that leaves a) using your hands or b) scooping them up with a plastic container. Most axolotls don't like being picked up, so sometimes I would ask a friend to help me by holding the bucket or quarantine tub right next to the lip of the aquarium... That way I could swiftly transfer the axie without the risk of dropping him on the ground. Good luck!

[@rebornmomma129]

I use a smaller Tupperware and just scoop him up!

Romy Beijersbergen I pick mine up by hand. He doesn’t seem to mind it now. I don’t do it often , only when stripping the tank to clean it thoroughly. I think picking him up by hand is the best way. Nets can tangle their limbs, any tupperware they could jump out of. So, holding them firmly by hand, not too tight, just firm enough so you won’t drop them. Seems he knows now I won’t hurt him, and it’s only for a few seconds, whilst his tank is cleaned. Some get extremely tame and like the interaction, swimming around, onto and nudging hands. Hand feeding Ect. Axolotl are amazing, so cute. Caught mine pushing huge rocks, far bigger, and weighing many times more than him, around his tank. Seems that he fancied a bit of a change, and took up interior design. New Year, a change of scenery. Kept hearing scraping in the tank. Every time I’d look he’d be laid there , perfectly still, looking at me like butter wouldn’t melt. Heard it again, and again, then a few days back I caught him bang to rights. I’d built him a cave from loose rocks, and a piece of Yorkshire stone. Heard it drop, and feared it had cracked the tank bottom, removed it just incase. Never in a million did I think he’d even try to move them. Luckily the tanks fine. Phew!!

[@GirlTalksFish]

@ Lucky you! My axolotl Kalameet hated being handled and would squirm so much in my hands that his slime coat started getting damaged. One time he even fell to the floor, slightly injuring his tail. After that, I was like "Never again! Containers only." I just put my hand on top or use the lid so that he can't jump out. I can't believe your axolotl was into interior decorating. Lol, that is too cool!

[@ongus]

My axolotl does the same, watch out for them though, they get stuck under the stuff they move sometimes

[@WichitaFallFishKeeper]

Thanks for the video. What is the best way to handle/move your axolotl from container to container? Thanks!!

[@СланПърлс]

The information in the video is really useful,

[@adamsurf76]

Hi there great video just wanted to ask we just force fed our axolotl like you suggested just wanted to ask how long before she began to eat without force feeding her? Thanks

[@lttddnulph98]

Your axolotls are beautiful, and so cute too!

[@rrcom12]

Very informative!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Thank you! It took a lot of time to do all the research, but so worth it. :)

[@chirsrementeria269]

Thank you very much I truly got educated Very awesome May I ask if it's ok to use Water Conditioner to cycle there water or jst naturally

[@GirlTalksFish]

My pleasure! I use water conditioner to remove any chlorine that might kill of the beneficial bacteria. :)

[@chirsrementeria269]

I'm so sorry to bother I'm a new owner of two beautiful Male and female Axolotl the female Juvenile that I'm starting to get concerned today will be the 3rd day that she won't eat I have 3 weeks with them they were eating great one full nightcrawler for the male and half for the female I did commit the miskate of giving her a full nightcrawler before she stopped eating She's not floating she's semi active as usual but starting to freak me out my wife was thinking she may still be full.. I will take her to the vet as soon as they open

[@GirlTalksFish]

Sorry I just saw your message. Was the vet able to help your female axolotl out?

[@Aquamarine.Aubrey]

Wray kind of salt do you use for salt baths? Table salt? Kosher salt? Epson salt? Thanks for this video.

[@hackitjacki]

I would really like to know this as well! Please let me know!

[@aquasanimals2108]

What if my axolotl has black dots growing on her feet and stomach i have done so much research and all I found was “ my axolotl has black dots because of me leaving her in the dark” is that true? Or is it a fungus or disease...?

[@Itsgiarose]

Hi, my axy floki, hasn’t had much of an appetite for the past month or so and I’ve tried everything I can think of. Any suggestions?

[@Loville]

Wow! This video is amazing and so helpful!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Vanna Air Thanks so much! That means so much to me!

[@Loville]

A Gamer's Wife I binge watched all your videos! Haha can’t wait to see more!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Lol, that's awesome! Let me know if there's any topics you'd like to see. :)

[@Loville]

A Gamer's Wife I’m just learning everything about these cuties! I would love to see how you do a complete filter change/clean the tanks 😍

[@GirlTalksFish]

@@Loville I haven't done one for axolotls yet, but check out the fourth segment in my water change video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3y9n2ewnLd3rq8

[@vef8790]

I'm thinking of adopted some Axolotl eggs from my cousin so I'm doing some research in advance lol was very informative thanks 😊

[@aMinivanLife]

I love your video! Very helpful and professional!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Thank you so much! Anything I can do to help other axolotl owners. :)

[@XyphaFlames]

Thank you, I’m a new owner. Had him for few months and just seen him throw up and float for the first time 😢 I hope he makes it.

[@Deeeekota03]

Why do you have the glass bowls and jars in their tanks? And your tank set up is amazing! Also, can they be taken out of the water? I am asking it because you said to hold it, and you found working with your hands easier than a towel. Or did you mean using a towel in the tank?

[@GirlTalksFish]

Deeeekota03 The glass jar and bowl were just used during feeding times to help contain the mess of frozen bloodworms. :)

[@GirlTalksFish]

Deeeekota03 Axolotls are like fish and shouldn't be taken out of the water unless you have to treat them or move them. I would avoid touching them if at all possible and using a plastic container to catch them if needed. However I do know some people successfully transport them with their bare hands. The only reason I was using my bare hands in the video is because I had to force feed one of my axolotls (outside the water) and I found it was easier to use my hands rather than a towel to hold him still.

[@ceoschwa]

Very detailed video. Thanks.

[@ThatOneZasha]

Where did you get your platform?

[@headasses]

Great vid with alot of useful info thanks!

[@rv7855]

I found my axolotl with red leg, while i would love to bring her to a vet, there aren't any vets around my area to help her; so far it has spread to both of her front legs. Do you know any antibiotics that can help her?

[@GirlTalksFish]

Yikes, red leg is pretty serious and definitely should be seen by a vet if at all possible. Here is a link of purportedly safe antibiotics for axolotls: www.axolotl.org/health.htm#list. It also contains some info about red leg syndrome. Other people online have mentioned using API E.M. Erythromycin (similar to Maracyn) and API Furan-2, but I don't have any personal experience using them with axolotls. Good luck and hope she pulls through. 🙏

[@rv7855]

A Gamer's Wife thanks and hopefully she does! Also I found your video extremely informative on treatments i have heard of, but I never knew exactly what to do! Subbed.

[@IamChellsBells]

Hey there! Our Axi has been acting a little different than usual lately and I'm worried, but probably don't have to be. He seems a little irritated (that could just be a projection) He's swimming and bouncing around more vigorously like your Axi around 8:50 in your video... is this totally normal? Sorry if I'm just being an over-worried mom! :)

[@christiandriscoll]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@Neeta2345]

Can you do the salt and tea baths on baby Axolotls???

[@GirlTalksFish]

You know, I've never tried it before so maybe at a diluted amount? I'd call your local exotic vet to get their professional opinion to double check.

[@keepingupwithkels5439]

Hi! I have a question. I just got my new and first Axolotl yesterday! He is 4 months young🙃 My question is, he has been just sitting on the bottom of the tank (moving every once in a while) and looks depressed.. Is this normal? Is he just getting used to his new environment and scared? Or is he sick? TIA!

[@nightfuryforever09]

Sometimes axolotls take a while to adjust to their new surroundings. 2 years ago I got two axies, one of them was barely eating and was hiding all the time. After about two weeks she was eating much better, and she was swimming over to the front of the tank whenever we walked into the room. It is completely normal for axies to act like this when they are moved into a new surrounding.

[@atinychihuahuallc413]

What video editing software do you use? Your videos look great

[@GirlTalksFish]

Thanks! I'm using Wondershare Filmora, which is great for beginners IMO. :)

[@atinychihuahuallc413]

Girl Talks Fish thanks for the reply. Love the channel. Good luck at the co op

[@LuciFixed]

I like this video! Its very informative! Hopefully I can use this to mine. I just had my axies yesterday, My black axolotl doesn’t mind eating, but my white one kept on rejecting whatever I’m giving. Just this morning I found out that it was stressed by my small fishes, picking it gills. I removed them and let my cumulus(white axolotl) chill for a while. After work I’ll try feeding them again, and if cumulus rejected it again, I’ll try your methods. Hopefully this isn’t any serious problem :(

[@GirlTalksFish]

Good luck with Cumulus! I've always had good luck enticing their appetite with live blackworms if you can get them. Let me know how he/she does.

[@LuciFixed]

A Gamer's Wife Cumulus died last week, just a day after I saw your video :( But Nimbus (black axo) is still kicking and healthy, thanks to your video. I got also informed that before I put them in a tank, I should’ve cycle it, which i missed out :( Cumulus got overexposed to ammonia. Now Nimbus is in the ref while the tank is cycling. I want to have another axo, but not until I see Nimbus is fine and settled with his tank

[@GirlTalksFish]

@@LuciFixed Oh no, I'm so sorry to hear that! Glad that Nimbus is doing well though and you figured out what the problem was with Cumulus. Let me know how cycling goes and if you end up getting a new axo.

[@factv3358]

9:45 ohh im sorry, i know that feeling.😭

[@retinarental1603]

fac TV ʟᴍᴀᴏᴏᴏ

[@spikethefurry6039]

I have a question my alxoltls ripped attack each other my alxoltl has 3 broken legs skin peeled off its leg and tail do you know any abiotic for it

[@AWKWJAJJAJAAJ]

I got my axolotl yesterday and I’ve read a lot and stuff but my axolotl flaps her gills every 10-15 seconds and its 7:17 and shes still asleep well I can’t completely tell that shes asleep but shes just standing still is this normal?

[@Celestie_Celeste]

About the low water flowing and the clean tank and puffy gills we don’t have that I would tell my parents but they will say no

[@alexisrowe1879]

This helped a lot bc my axolotl jumped out if his tank I had no idea what to do

[@kripsshah]

Dear you have done a wonderful job. I have a query. I am from India and here the breeders are breeding axolotl. Now in India the climatic conditions are humid and on average 28-30 C. My question is will the axolotl survive in such temperature. Fact is he bred was born in such a climate in India

[@danielleallen5395]

Hello, kind of an emergency lol! Where do you get Your live black worms? My guy has chemical burns and isnt eating. If I cant get them immediately what would you say is a good replacement?

[@danielleallen5395]

I was previously feedling them frozen blood worms, I had already replaced the water fully with filtered water from my brita lol and git a new filter for him with less flow power. I tried to feed him an earthworm and he seemed into it but he threw it up (I think it was too big for him). His gills were white and skinny but have since regained their color. But now he has red lining the bottom of his tail

[@kimberlystevens6772]

Can you clarify what kind of salt please? Aquarium salt, Epsom Salt, some kind of table salt like Kosher or Sea salt?

[@Jiajun-uy5yt]

thx this was super useful

[@internetzon]

Thanks ☺

[@GirlTalksFish]

My pleasure! Hope the video helped.

[@internetzon]

@@GirlTalksFish it sure did! I can not wait for my axolotl

[@GirlTalksFish]

Yay, congrats! They're seriously awesome. :)

[@Deeeekota03]

Is it hard to find a vet for an axolotl? And is an axolotl the same as a mud puppy?

[@GirlTalksFish]

Deeeekota03 I think it depends on where you live, but your best bet is searching online for exotic and reptile/amphibian vets. And no, mudpuppies are similar to axolotls but belong to a different genus. :)

[@gamerwithglasses3175]

what type of salt do you use for salt baths?

[@seasonsullivan2919]

What do you use for a filtration for your axolotl tank?

[@zackswasso5011]

Does the slime coat on their skin regenerate? Also do you know anything about the best type of chillers to use to keep water cool?

[@GirlTalksFish]

Yup, that slime coat will regenerate! Also, I'm still shopping for my first chiller but here are some review sites I found helpful so far: aquariumadviser.com/best-aquarium-chillers-reviews/ fishtankadvisor.com/best-aquarium-water-chiller-reviews/

[@Freenix101]

Where is the list of axolotl safe antibiotics plz? Furan 2 is discontinued

[@nathann7759]

what kind is the one at 0:52

[@enggelintungadi5383]

I really love him😢😭😭

[@chandraheidel355]

I'd add a huge cause for fungus is tank temps being too high.

[@weepswoop8095]

Uhm when you make a salt bath do you just put it in? Without rubbing the water on it or anything? I mean just mix salt with water and then put it in?

[@kellyroberts1058]

Hi. I am looking for some help. I have a 75 gallon with three axolotls. I check the parameters twice a week and keep it cold with a chiller, normally around 63. I had one of mine come down with fungus. Then a second one. Is there a way of treating the whole tank vs. taking them out? They were traumatized by the salt baths. Please let me know. Thanks, Worried Mama.

[@birdsaj6619]

My axolotl seems to have lost his appetite but i think hes just not feeling good because the fish in his tank ate away his feathery bits of the gills and some of the gills themselves. He isn't thrashing around and there seem to be no discoloration (besides the gills), he isn't hiding, hes pretty active and goes everywhere around his tank and he shows no other injuries. I'm not sure what part of this video I should follow if I should follow this video at all.

[@jamielingenfelter5206]

I have an axolotl in a tank with a bristle nose Pleco and cherry shrimp will the cherry shrimp pick on the Axolotl? I put them in there for him to eat he ate a few and then left the rest alone

[@francisrusli5894]

Hi for tge salt baths what kind of salt do i use? Is it cooking salt or any special salt? Need your help thanks.

[@michaelbaldwin6196]

What would you do for an axolotl for nitrate poisoning? I can't find anything online anywhere

[@GirlTalksFish]

Usually it just takes time and lots of clean water to heal. Feeding good foods also speeds up recovery.

[@amykhan76]

At 1:54 what are Thosed worm looking things in the water??? Pls answer meee

[@GirlTalksFish]

Ah, they're live blackworms! Great for enticing the appetite of a picky eater. :)

[@amykhan76]

Oh okay ty for telling me!

[@pupnly]

I really need help. My axolotl used to have a decent weight and diet. I feed her pellets, which I always have. But all of a sudden, she won’t eat. I hand feed her otherwise she doesn’t eat. I hold the pellet in front of her and she turns away or doesn’t do anything and it worries me because she’s extremely skinny.

[@indahfpurba5782]

Would Pimafix Work instead of Salt baths? if so how do you use it , i saw videos of people applying pimafix on the Fungus with cotton swabs but they are mostly Goldfish or betta videos. ty

[@GirlTalksFish]

Stcrry My breeder recommended using Pimafix as directed when I thought I had my axie had a fungus issue (but it turned out not to be fungus in the end). So it's probably safe to try out and then you can always use salt if the Pimafix doesn't work. :)

[@mlchang710]

Salt baths arnt the best because it stresses them but give them tea baths and clean water is to treat fungus but I know those bolth work...

[@GirlTalksFish]

Thanks for sharing! Salt water dips worked well for me when treating my axolotls for fungus.

[@Siaomi24]

hello gamers, good info on the video. My axolotl doesnt want to eat a lot, just one or two small bites of frozen cube bloodworms twice a day. Any idea why he doesnt eat a lot? I just got it and the seller told me it is just a 6 months old axo. Even it doesnt want to eat sinking pellet.

[@GirlTalksFish]

Great question! Sounds like you just got him recently? I would ask the seller what kind of food they were feeding the axolotl and how much food. Usually they'll know best what the axolotl likes to eat. 👍 Otherwise, there's a whole list of foods here that you can try: www.caudata.org/cc/articles/foods2.shtml

[@rasyadnadzri7718]

Hey guys, does anyone know if it’s okay to salt bath them while they’re regenerating its leg.

[@GirlTalksFish]

Hmm, good question - I've never been asked that before. Is there a reason why you're giving them the salt bath? The leg regeneration should happen on its own if the water quality is good, and the salt could potentially irritate the wound site (depending on how fresh it is).

[@tsammul717]

cool, i and my father bay the axolotl in the shop 1 years

[@millycollinson4725]

Doesn’t the salt baths hurt their eyes? Also can you recommend a good brand of tap water cleaner?thanks xxx

[@cjaydok]

Milly Collinson api stresszyme nite-out 2, or seachem prime water conditioner

[@GirlTalksFish]

Yes, the salt baths are irritating for the axolotl, but it's a very good antifungal treatment, which is why you only bath them in the solution for a short period each day. I also like Seachem Prime water conditioner. 👍

[@skyroblink6396]

What kind of salt is best for salt bath? A sea salt or just normal salt for food??

[@millycollinson4725]

Also good food brands? And what they should eat every day? Or one to two days? I just don’t know how much variety i should be giving her

[@GirlTalksFish]

Great question! Here is a great list of foods you can feed your axolotls: www.caudata.org/cc/articles/foods.shtml. As juveniles, they eat every day and then gradually you'll see their appetite lessen as they stop growing. Some adults only eat 2-3 times a week, so just offer food to them and see if they'll take it. If they don't, you'll gradually start to form a good feeding schedule for them. Hope that helps! :)

[@Thorny-RoseBush]

OMG THANK YOU SO MUCHHH 😭 🥹

[@simmylindconradsen9437]

My Axolotl have 2 dead gills, a blister on the head and won’t close his mouth. I rescued him 3 weeks ago. I already tried: • Tubbing in cold water with 3 daily water changes a day. • Organic black tea bath • Indian almond leaves bath • Salt bath What should I do, he is eating fine and very active at night.

[@susieh9515]

What kind of tea or salt should i use

[@chungchingluk7511]

I think my pet got Fungus gill, what kind of salt we use, thank you

[@krisdorman4877]

I’m having trouble with my axolots they won’t eat temp and water lvls a perfect but have notice anchor worms how do I treat them

[@jacquelinegillard3924]

My six year old Leucistic Female suddenly overnight has black toe tips. Is this bad? Her tank and herself are healthy.

[@kerry-e2k]

hi any help with ones tilting to one side

[@ivanaokovicanakijev4435]

Do you take the axolotl out by hand or?

[@Rafenrir]

Hello, it's been a long time since the video, but my axotl can't stay under water. I cleaned its tank, put it in another container and kept it in cold water, but it's still the same reason why it does this.

[@davinamichelle4543]

Hello , I really need you help.. could pls advice me on what type of salt do I use for the salt bath ??

[@GirlTalksFish]

I like to use API aquarium salt (amzn.to/2Eq3bMI), which is just a type of rock salt. However, you should be okay to use any kind of salt that is made of sodium chloride (NaCl) and doesn't have any additives like flavorings or dyes. Just be aware that table salt is made of finer granules than aquarium salt, so you may choose to use a little less of it if you wish.

[@davinamichelle4543]

A Gamer's Wife thank you so much ☺️☺️

[@GirlTalksFish]

@@davinamichelle4543 My pleasure; good luck!

[@basketcase9211]

Hi there I need help with my axolotl would you be able to help me out as I think he has a fungus on his gills and also ammonia and ph burns as the ammonia was very high also the ph was at 4.3. If you would like a video then is there away for us to communicate other than here

[@hybridxane]

you are the top axolotl expert to my knowledge at the moment, so I was wondering if you know any websites to get healthy axolotls at a good price? (All of mine have been rescues up to this point)

[@GirlTalksFish]

Awww, thank you! I've found them mostly on the axolotl Facebook groups I joined. Just post a message asking for reputable breeders for your country, and people will immediately flood you with reviews and recommendations. Best of luck and let me know what you get! :)

[@hybridxane]

@@GirlTalksFish thanks

[@hybridxane]

@@GirlTalksFish I have heard nothing so far

[@GirlTalksFish]

@@hybridxane Oh no, I'm sorry to hear! Are there any online breeders that are willing to ship to you?

[@hybridxane]

@@GirlTalksFish perhaps. I have been having difficulty finding any, because the few sites I've found were either completely sold out or charge an arm and a leg.

[@acwhobbies2447]

Good vid👍🏻

[@GirlTalksFish]

Thank you so much! Looks like some of our hobbies match up; definitely going to have to check out your vids. :)

[@acwhobbies2447]

A Gamer's Wife Thx!

[@cherrybomb1211]

hello ! i have two axoltols and am a beginner axolotl keeper, I have experience but I still lack a bit. I recently took in the second one and his gills are very small and he often wont have an appetite. i'll be giving him tea baths and doing small water changes incase i have excess ammonia in my tank. i really want to make sure he feels better soon, is there anything else I should do ?