Shop Salt & Minerals for Fish in Hardy

Fish tanks are a wonderful centerpiece to a room. Fish and other aquatic animals are fascinating to watch, and you can customize your water world with plants and decorations that match your style. However, regular maintenance is a must, as fish and other aquatic pets are exceptionally sensitive to pH adjustments and unclean water. A practical, healthy fish tank needs working filtration, temperature control, and water conditioners to provide the optimal setting for your fish. If you're looking for help enhancing your aquarium in the Hardy, VA area, come down to Barkley's Pet Market and let us show you everything you require to maintain your water clean.

Fish are sensitive creatures to both temperature and pollution, therefore, it's very important that you are regularly cleaning and preserving their environment. Here are some  important tools that you should be using to help you optimize your fish tank.

Water filtration system: These bubbling tubes draw water up and through a fine filter, removing unsafe particles that can make your fish sick and cloud the water. Every aquarium must have a filter that is appropriate for its size.

Water conditioner: Conditioner helps stop stress-related diseases that take place when the pH or temperature of the water is not optimal for fish. While these also help for aquariums filled with chlorinated tap water, you should always leave tap water out over night before adding it to your aquarium. This gives the chlorine time to evaporate out of the water and will make it healthier for your aquarium.

Aquatic plants: Including plants to your aquarium gives your fish a much less stressful environment as it more closely mimics their natural habitat and gives them places to hide. Additionally, plants help lower the carbon in the water, which in turn helps keep the level of acidity well balanced. Simply ensure you're getting tablets or drops to help maintain your plants healthy as well - aquatic plant care is important to preserving a thriving fish tank.

Mineral treatments and pH balancers: Keeping the minerality and acidity of your fish tank perfectly balanced for your fish is vital to their survival. Mineral treatments and pH balancers will guarantee your fish has a healthy environment to live in. In addition, if you have a brackish or saltwater tank, you'll need to make sure the salinity is optimized as well, and a pet store can assist with that.

Keeping your fish tank's water conditioned, pH well balanced, and clean will ensure a long and healthy life for your fish. We have the experience here at Barkley's Pet Market, so give us a call at (540) 346-2277 or come by and see us today.