Shop pH Treatments for Fish in Scappoose

Aquariums are a wonderful centerpiece to a room. Fish and other aquatic animals are fascinating to watch, and you can tailor your water world with plants and decorations that match your style. However, regular upkeep is a must, as fish and other aquatic pets are incredibly sensitive to pH changes and unclean water. A functional, healthy aquarium requires functioning filtration, temperature control, and water conditioners to provide the ideal setting for your fish. If you're looking for help optimizing your fish tank in the Scappoose, OR area, come down to Purrz and Paws Pet Supply and let us show you everything you need to keep your water clean.

Fish are sensitive creatures to both temperature and contamination, and so, it's very important that you are frequently cleaning and preserving their environment. Here are some  essential tools that you need to be using to help you enhance your aquarium.

Water filtration system: These bubbling tubes pull water up and through a fine filter, eliminating harmful particles that can make your fish ill and cloud the water. Every fish tank must have a filter that is appropriate for its size.

Water conditioner: Conditioner helps prevent stress-related diseases that take place when the pH or temperature of the water is not optimal for fish. While these also help for fish tanks 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 much healthier for your aquarium.

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

Mineral treatments and pH balancers: Keeping the minerality and acidity of your fish tank completely balanced for your fish is essential to their survival. Mineral treatments and pH balancers will ensure 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 help with that.

Keeping your aquarium's water conditioned, pH balanced, and clean will ensure a long and healthy life for your fish. We have the expertise here at Purrz and Paws Pet Supply, so give us a call at (503) 543-5740 or come by and see us today.