I cleaned my GROSS turtle tank filter (How to Clean a Cascade Canister Filter - step by step)

[@bugsplus3878]

Please come back when you're ready. We all miss you dearly.

[@whalecoooter]

seriously, i miss the videos man.

[@mr.j6567]

Good to see you again. Welcome back. Hope you are doing well. Peace, love and blessings

[@TheTurtleGirl]

appreciate it :D

[@Someone18438]

Where are you ​@@TheTurtleGirl

[@koala_craft]

Can you pleaaase help me? My turtle vomites two time in the past three days! He opens and closes his mouth in water and a lot of smashed food comes out of his mouth. This happens normally 30 mind 1hour after he took his food. Also he poops in short time after vomiting. He hasn't done this in his while life. He is 2 years old. I haven't had changed the kind of his food recently and I am sure they are not out of date. And normally when he has food more than normal he just poops. He has never vomited. Pleeeae help me. Any tips is useful.

[@Thelgow]

I finally got a cascade filter about 5 months ago. Figured this is about the right time since its now beginning to discolor. Thanks for making it look simple.

[@dbratnickproductions]

We miss you so much, Turtle Girl! You're our only hope!

[@guichom.6924]

Great video! As a former red ear slider turtle owner, I admire your dedication on maintaining a healthy environment for your aquatic pets. A lot of people don’t understand how difficult it is to keep an aquatic turtle without proper filtration, a heat source for basking, and an adequate aquarium. Thank you for sharing!

[@garbothacan2210]

I just upgraded my little RES's setup to a 75 gallon tank and have the 1500 version of the cascade filter. I was just thinking last night how I should clean it tomorrow (today now lol) and then I wake up to see you posted this. it's a sign hahaha

[@TheTurtleGirl]

it's a sign!!

[@meltingstarburst]

Hey, i also have a RES and im trying to figure out a decent media setup for the exact same filter, would you mind letting me know what you have? Thanks in advance.

[@sebastianflores848]

It's so satisfying watching filter cleaning videos.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

disgusting but satisfying xD

[@Roberts_Channel]

@@TheTurtleGirl I am considering getting an axolotl as a pet, do you have any links for your setup as to where I could find the equipment online? If not I understand. But either way, there is one thing I have to say…… HAVE A TURTLEY AWSOME DAY!!! 😊

[@BuddyTheTurtle]

My favorite turtle KZbinr 😊

[@TheTurtleGirl]

awwww thank you!

[@sirosophusjosephmillieenli9552]

Hey Turtle Girl! You are one of the main reasons I drastically upgraded my turtle husbandry. I have two red eared sliders and they are only four months old. Thank you so much sorry about your losses of last year, Keep being turtley awesome! 🐢

[@TheTurtleGirl]

that is SO great to hear. Happy to have had a positive impact - hope your lil turtles are doing well!

[@nunyabizness7206]

I watched so many of your videos before I got my first RES. I was wondering if you have any advice for me . I have proper lighting and a large enough floating basking area and I used to find him basking every day. Even at night when the lights off he would go up there. Recently I've only seen him go up about once in the last few weeks. Water temp is at 75 . I have a Penn plaxx cascade 1200. I've played with the height of the bulbs to try and make the platform warmer for him. Any advice?

[@Renmaru245]

Im a new turtle owner, I found a baby red eared slider at work, it looked dehydrated, and it was injured so i picked him up washed him and made a temporary little set up, now he has a tank with clean water, and a filter and a basking area with some good heating lamps. And your videos have been helpful thank you!!

[@briannorris75]

Welcome back!! You were missed .. I know times are hard but there are better days ahead! Thank you for all that you do!!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Thank you so much Brian. I'm glad to be back

[@KeithFromHawaii]

@The Turtle Girl - Nice to see that you're still active even with all the studying you have to do in college now 😊🌴

[@focuslee]

Thank goodness you are back. Me and my turtle missed you.

[@WolframRaies]

I'm happy you're back on KZbin making videos. I'm sorry though, about your loss. I know how hard it must be.

[@alsmetje]

I'm so glad that you're back!

[@kingofwingo]

Hello just saying I haven't seen a video of yours in like 2 years but I remembered when I'd watch every video you made, good to see you still making quality content and I hope you're well

[@LisaLisaTheOneYouAdore]

Yayyy! I'm so glad to see you back, We've missed you. Happy New Year!

[@ericcarlson1805]

Always a pleasure to see your uploads!

[@batbabiez]

this is so asmr-y i love it. also welcome back!! excited to watch ur new stuff ♡

[@melissarandazzo1515]

I love this!! I have the same exact filter for my turtle tank. This was helpful as I’m always looking for tips on cleaning my filter.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Glad to hear it! How has the filter been running for you?

[@melissarandazzo1515]

@@TheTurtleGirlOverall pretty good, only issue I have with it is it can be a pain to prime sometimes. It really keeps my tank pretty clear though. So, I consider that a minor issue.

[@TurtleAddict]

Glad to have you back 👍🎊

[@Wes.264]

What I do is wash my canister filter in April and October so I can do the cleaning outside in warmer weather. I've never had to do it more than 2 times per year. I still use the aquarium water to rinse out the filter media.

[@midnightbel]

I do mine one per year and it is a dream. 😭 I don't know how, but parameters are always on point. There are 3 turtles in there, but I think feeding them outside helps a ton.

[@kapytanhook]

Please tell me your secrets. Mine has the tubes foul up in under a month and the fine sponges need cleaning every 2 weeks. It's a eheim canister filter, a tad smaller

[@karenartis4472]

Just did this last weekend! I always thought the canister filter had to be a lot lower than the tank? If I could use my Fluval 407 with the tank on a lower level, would be one heckuva space saver. We rescued two adult red eared sliders who were on their way to be dumped into a pond-the owner said they were too much work.😢 Thanks to your videos, these guys are living their best lives.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

it definitely has to be lower than the water line to be able to flow properly and also to get the filter to prime. I'd say my canister filter sits about 10-12"(?) below the water line, and the tank is also elevated maybe 4" off the ground. I also let the intake tube dip quite a bit before coming back up a bit to connect with the filter. But there are ways to make it work for sure! That's awesome that you rescued two sliders! I'm so happy to hear that.

[@Grant_Little2727]

Glad your back. Sorry for your losses❤❤❤

[@TheTurtleGirl]

thank you :)

[@spicytoni]

waiting for more content, I love it!!!

[@1218nana1218]

Great video! I hate the smells and look of the water from cleaning the filter but something about rinsing out the layers of filter is satisfying.

[@chamee_r7507]

I have watched your videos for over a year now. And i believe i know almost all that i need to raise a turtle. Hoping to get a RES soon, i can only find hatchlings in my area though so yeah I'm trying to learn more about hatchlings specifically. Thank you so much , your videos are very helpful and also fun to watch❤

[@alcinoribeiro3325]

Welcome back great video, im a new turtle owner (but watching your vids for some time) i dunno if thats been done but can you make a list of tips for avoiding your turtles to eat artificial plants , i can only have those because they eat. The real ones but they starting to try to eat the fake plants i

[@truthfactreality6814]

Nice to see you back

[@Riely-vd4rg]

Hi I have a painted turtle and it's a female. I love your videos they are so helpful.

[@gloomm553]

Yayy shes backk ❤❤

[@TheTurtleGirl]

woo!

[@Lissyhead2]

Perfect timing, I really needed this video! Thanks!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

great! get that filter clean ;)

[@mariarotondo5159]

This video seriously helped me so so much!!! Thanks ❤

[@SnoTs]

Just got my daughter a Fluval 407 for her tank. It's very similar looking to the one you use here. As a note for people getting these make sure you put the rubber seal on correctly. I put it on wrong and when we primed the filter then plugged it in we had a nice large overflowing out of the canister. Once I figured out it was user error everything was up and running great.

[@TheKarenohara]

We did exactly the same! The pictures make it look like the seal goes into the lid not around the edge of the lid. Great filter though.

[@ricardotrujillo4959]

Glad to see you making another video!, thanks!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

thanks for tuning in!

[@julieheyob7170]

Hi! Good to see you again love your video’s thank you so much for making video’s love see you again❤

[@yeahboysister4249]

But this video was 2 months ago

[@ClivTurtlez]

yay your back lets goo back to old school normal vids,hope you ok🐢 btw i was eating until.....

[@oliviamarie9599]

I find your videos so inspiring and helpful and i have a few questions on leopard geckos would you be up for another video?

[@GeoffreyFourmyle]

Hey, just discovering your content. Very helpful! I've had a red ear for about 20 years now and I can't say I always knew how to take the best care of him. I think I have a perfect set up for him now thanks to you, and I would love your opinion. Do you still accept tank pictures somewhere?

[@message___deleted]

Amazon - whaline suction cups have been a life saver for anything that needs a suction cup in my tank. They come in packs of 25 I think it is. The pack lasts me 1-2 years and I always have new suction cups ready to go.

[@Darren-l6n]

Should I get a wood hide for my red eared slider

[@teyannaglover8743]

hello! i love you videos and i’m new to having a turtle.. i bought a cascade 700 and it was getting loud so i tried messing with it and now it’s not working idk what to do 😭

[@patricklaney4178]

You can use the filter sponges to scrub the inside of the filter and other parts of the filter

[@louisthomas2531]

Thanks for the upload!

[@turtleclaws941]

Another wonderful video! ❤

[@TheTurtleGirl]

thank you!

[@sofyarafayelova9448]

Hey! I just bought a cascade filter as well, and I have a couple questions: how often do you clean out the filter? Is there a way for the water to not be so loud when it comes out without putting too much water in the tank? I see you didn’t fill your water up all the way in the tank, and it’s totally quiet!

[@joshspurgeon5369]

Missed you! I like that filter as well.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

it's a great workhorse! Simple, straightforward... I've had it for almost 4 or 5 years (and even purchased it second hand!) and it still runs like a charm

[@joshspurgeon5369]

Just put it in my Amazon cart. My turtle Littlefoot has a respiratory infection right now. Taking her to the vet to see if I can save her. Her eyes are capped over and won’t eat. I’m pretty scared and I want to get a better filter for her 40 gallon I have. I have another filter you had that’s good for 75 gallon tanks and her tank is always clean. I have to save her. She’s my baby.

[@orjenOJ]

Hey there, one of my turtle is very small, I’ve had it for about a year, I also got another turtle about the same size. But it grew WAY bigger than the first one. Is there a way to help my first turtle grow? The first turtle is the same size when I first got it :(

[@BossFinale]

gone but not forgotten. condolences to her family

[@jonathonalsum9063]

Poking the algo. 🎉 Great to see ya!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

I'm back!

[@himora3804]

Great video, how many weeks it takes before the next cleaning?

[@sheilamcclain7468]

When buying new driftwood, I always soak it in hot water, for several days before I put it in my tank. That way my water won't be brownish looking. I put it in a bucket or a tote and put it in the tub and keep changing out the water for several days.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

yeah that is a great way to get the tannins to leach out. I also realized after filming that the water is partially also yellow because of the color of my lights. They are very warm - so even with mostly clear water, it can come out on camera looking yellow depending on the white balance.

[@LK50634]

welcome back good to see you turtlegirl. i hope your doing well

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Doing well, yes! And you?

[@LK50634]

I'm doing good just been busy helping taking care of my sick mom and building up my KZbin channels and doing 8hrs livestream this past weekend

[@adrianromero5355]

Hey turtle girl big fan i have two juvenile red ear sliders and at first my big one was mean to my little one but now they get along do you think it will be a good idea to get a third one

[@inezvazquez3374]

I have 5 layer cascade for my red sliders. Can you tell me the layers again? Bottom to top. I feel I always mess it up. And I changed my tank every 2months. Never changed it by detaching the hoses I always shut them off but keep them connected and unclip it and I always fill the cleaned filter with tap water. I am so backwards. I always have a hard time getting the filter to start. I pray everytime that it works. Love your videos!

[@thelordofsimps6095]

I noticed that you dont declorinate the new tap water before refilling your tank, is there a reason why you dont cause I have been wondering❤

[@terrilynn1771]

I have 2 red ears sliders. My tank has an over hang plus i use the canister filter too by Cascade makes cleaning a breeze.

[@SuburbanAndAgony]

Welcome back

[@TheTurtleGirl]

thanks so much!

[@GendyKirby]

Hi new to the turtle world my 7 y/o was gifted 2 turtle hatchlings now about 1 months ago. One red bellied and one map. I have them together in a 10 gallon tank temporarily . I need help. Should I get one larger tank or 2 separate large tanks which means double the equipment. Please help this beginner turle owner I want to properly care for them I am already attached to them . Love your page.

[@turtleanton6539]

Great content😊

[@ruthherrera8151]

Love the video! I have learned so much with your videos. I do have a question, How about the filter hoses. How often do you clean them? And how? 😊

[@oliwai1]

There is a wire brush you can buy and clean it with that. I clean mine maybe once in six months when it gets black with whatever is stuck there😅

[@ruthherrera8151]

Thank you so much!!😊 I’m gonna have to go look for that wirebrush. I mine are close to that dirty too, that’s why I was wondering how they clean it.

[@oliwai1]

@@ruthherrera8151 no problem. If they get stuck too often you might be overfeeding the turtles.

[@joshhibbs_nola]

Did you get a different one? I remember before you had a Fluval FX4 or FX6 on your turtle tank? I always love these videos you make. I learn a lot on how to clean my equipment. 👍🏼

[@TheTurtleGirl]

I have an fx4 on my 75 gallon (which is back at my old house)... this Cascade 1000 I hadn't used for a couple years after I upgraded to thee fx4 on the 75...but when I moved I decided to use it on this tank :)

[@ellaconsulta6686]

i’m about to upgrade my my RES’ tank and bought a 10.0 uvb 13w compact bulb. are those really a scam and should i buy the zoo med t5 fixture or does it work just as well?

[@robertcaszatt645]

So I just got my turtle like 3 days ago, I have a water filter that requires the filters to be replaced I dont have one like yours where you just clean the sponge and put it back in and I do have a water heater and the ivb light and heating light above and a basking, she is a very small ( baby) turtle. How often should I clean the water, I do need to aquire a net to get uneatin food out because she won't eat pellets or frozen turtle food cubes and so some of the insects and other food sources do die and end up either on yhe outside or inside my filter. I'm very new at this so please don't freak out on me if I'm doing something wrong but would very much like some constructive critism or advice

[@chefhopkins2907]

When should you clean your filter? Monthy or weekly?

[@midnightbel]

Just got an upgrade for my 3 yellow bellied sliders. They were rescues. They are going from a 75 gallon to a 125 gallon. Going to HEAVILY plant it out. It had a sump system before. I'm curious how a sump and cannister filter could potentially work together for them. Anyone have any knowledge of cannister, top filter, or sump filter for which is best? I know you've made a video before for cannister and top filters.

[@DJsTurtles]

Very informative. When are you doing viewers tanks? That's my favorite 😊

[@message___deleted]

6:37 poo water 🚨 😂

[@DwayneRidenhour-h2n]

Where did you get your diamond back terrapin from

[@BrandonMitchell-f3z]

Now how often do you do this process? I’ve been using HOB filters and I’m about to buy this exact canister filter.

[@sajaldas213]

Hello there! I rescued a musk turtle recently and i am kind of new to this, could you please help me how/what I should be feeding it? I tried with some dried shrimps crickets floating food but seems like it’s not liking it.. Any suggestions please?

[@nyanmyuuzaw9004]

Hello TurtleGirl. I just got a tiny mud turtle yesterday. I work at a crawfish restaurant and while i was cleaning them i found that tiny little creature (1 inch size). So i brought him home and decided to pet it. Im so new to this and never had a turtle as a pet. Where should i start to make him a new home.

[@benmooredorencio6504]

Hi what is best tank setup for MTB

[@NickMeeusen]

Last week i cleaned my filter and forgot to put the rubber band in. It was the right time to clean the house. A towel was not eneugh haha. Don't be like me folks.. Greetings to all :)

[@Melly_441]

Funny how I was just thinking I need to clean my canister n this video pops up 😂🥰

[@TheTurtleGirl]

It's good timing!! Guess you gotta go do it now :D

[@Tracor3k99]

Hey I just got one of those!

[@Yesenia-l2c]

Hi! I’m thinking of getting turtles for the first time. A 75 gallon tank, by any chance do you know what will be the best canister filter to get ? 😅 I always had bad luck with my fishes dying so I’m trying to make sure I have the proper equipment for the turtles .

[@zollyActingandTheater]

Well it matters how stocked the tank is, and how big/old your turtles are, but a cascade 700-1500 should work, which is similar to fluval 307 or 407

[@joemichener2337]

If you do everything in the bathtub, you can use the shower to rinse everything down when you are done. Also you do not have to worry about spillage. The filter and the rinse bucket should fit into a bathtub.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

so true!! if only I had a tub 🥲 but for those that do, that's the perfect solution. Or even a big laundry sink. Otherwise, I usually clean the filter outdoors.

[@felipehuerta1921]

Where did you buy your media/ ceramic rings? What material is your other media as well?

[@justmoreomens]

Can I use RO water for my turtle? I figured it was a fast way to avoid chlorine and the other bad stuff, but I don’t know if it has the right minerals he needs.

[@BlackBarbie228]

The black coarse filter sponges I rinse but those white filter sponges I will toss out so quickly if it’s too dirty 😂😂

[@soniageorge511]

i have a slider terrapin who is 23 years, eating but no much, and is starting to bite himself, what do you suggest 😱

[@dhiyaesmail1297]

Have issues priming this you have any suggestions

[@miscellaneouslorecollector3675]

Hey! I’m not sure if is proper to comment and ask for advice in this video. But first and foremost I wana say I have been looking for your Chanel for a bit and I really like the content. I’m a new turtle owner and this is a first time having any aquatic pets. And I’m wondering if the basking area I have for my turtle is proper as is mostly just two rocks she can lift her head out to get air and what not. Originaly she had one of the basking areas with fake grass but when I notice she was trying to eat the glass I took it off. The tank otherwise is pretty barren with a little cave and some rocks. Plus two Pikachu plastic toys she likes to trow around. I don’t have a ton of money so all i got is a fairly simple filter and I let the turtle sunbath in the morning before college. I know lamps are necessary and I’m saving up for those. But imput and advise would be really helpful! Sorry to bother by the way

[@Grunker1]

Is it possible to tell if a turtle is stunted? I have 2 rescuses that had a growth spurt in the first month but havent grown for the next 7 their 3.5 inches and are 4 years old.

[@cheesecakeking8297]

Not sure anyone could reply to this but I recently bought the aquatic turtle uvb and heat lighting kit by zoo med and when I place it on top of my turtles above tank basking area it doesn't fully sit on top of the metal part, is it safe/won't be a problem to be on top of a bit of the plastic?

[@morannn2332]

Mine is the same, and there will be no problem with it, just see if the turtle will receive the light from it

[@cheesecakeking8297]

@@morannn2332 thanks

[@onechanceplaymusic6277]

Before priming, do you fill the filter up with tap water and then put the top on and prime? Or do you leave it empty, open the nozzles and prime, assuming that the tank water will enter on its own and fill the canister to where it needs to be. Thanks!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

def not tap water, that would defeat the purpose of cleaning everything in tank water ;) So I leave it empty, and then when I open the nozzles and repeatedly pump the prime button, that forces the air out and water can enter. Only after it is filled do I plug it in though, that's the key to get it properly flowing without air bubbles.

[@ILuvFatNuggets]

i had a question i was wondering why my basking spot is getting so hot is there anything i can do to not get it so hot it keeps getting to 100f its a double dome light

[@ColossalKoi]

❤such an awesome set up

[@yeochengyi998]

can u give some tip on removing algae on turtle shell, i been brushing my albino red ear slider shell but it still doesn't drop

[@erickrivera4624]

@TheTurtleGirl by any chance would you be able to take in two razor back musk turtles. If you can please elect me know if you can I’ve been looking for a good home for them and can’t seem to find one yet.

[@dagobertomendez318]

Excelente gracias 😊

[@randomrazr]

what happened to your fluval fx4?

[@angelyang4643]

Can you please make a video on how to set up the penn plex canister filter? I think the out-take tube is too short and that my turtle will knock it off

[@Loremips9966]

I have to change aquarium water every 3 days and clean the filter every week. I think I will upgrade to an FX6 next month because I can't keep up with this😂

[@oliwai1]

Maybe you are overfeeding your stock

[@Melanie-d4m3c]

Hello! I have a turtle and I recently got another turtle. The turtle I recently got was very active but for a few days the recent turtle became more shy and less active. Is this normal?

[@morannn2332]

Turtles are territorial, it may feel intimidated by the other turtle, that’s if you have them together. I had one, and then a neighbor gave me 3, I had them separated for a few weeks, then I started taking them out to a dry area or with little water, with space for them to walk and not feel that they were in each other's territory, you can do it in the floor, just be careful that they don't escape or get hurt. After they get used to it you can put them together.

[@Adelle-r1z]

I got my Cooter turtles about a week ago and I bought them the same basking thing as you do and they refuse to go inside. What do I do?

[@johnmaude5065]

Great how to do video, but I have one question, why don’t you just replace the filter floss with new? Love your videos 😊

[@TheTurtleGirl]

I could...but it still houses a lot of invisible good bacteria, so I just keep it. :P

[@johnmaude5065]

@@TheTurtleGirl I agree, but you also have a ton of bacteria in in the media, honestly I would replace the filter floss as it can also house harmful bacteria in the long run, just a bit of advice from an old fishkeeper 😝

[@Classic7-4-7]

I still remember the last video where you changed it & dumped it outside 😂 seems like yesterday!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

haha yup!! funnily enough though, this is the first time I've done the video where I clean it indoors haha

[@Classic7-4-7]

@@TheTurtleGirl i noticed i related to the situation much more seeing the toilet in the background (where i usually dump my turtle water) 😂

[@scottmattson6353]

Have been hearing this is the best filter ? Correct ? Or is this just the highest quality brand?