Advice
A few things worth knowing
Short, practical notes on the questions we get asked most: selecting fish, compatibility, food, choosing an aquarium, setup and maintenance. They are a starting point for a conversation rather than a substitute for one, so do come in and ask.
Planning a first aquarium
What to think about before you buy a tank, and why the order you do things in matters.
What to bring when choosing fish
A few minutes of preparation makes the conversation at the counter far more useful.
Recording your water test results
Testing is only useful if you write it down. Here is a simple way to keep track.
Seasonal pond checks
A pond asks for different things at different times of year. A rough guide to the rhythm of it.
Replacing equipment
How to work out what you need before you replace a whole unit you did not have to.
Talk to us
Still not sure?
General advice only goes so far. Tell us your tank dimensions, what you already keep and any recent water test results, and we can talk about your setup rather than a hypothetical one.
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