Swim bladder disease is one of the most common problems affecting goldfish. If you’ve seen your fish swimming upside down or on its side, then you’ve seen a swim bladder problem. Although often called a “disease”, it is actually a symptom that can have a number of different causes. There is not one specific “disease” that … Read more
Dropsy is an extremely serious and often fatal condition affecting goldfish. If you notice your goldfish looking fat, swollen or “about to explode” then the problem is probably dropsy. Read on to find out more about the symptoms of dropsy, what causes dropsy and how to treat it. Identifying and treating dropsy How do you … Read more
Fin rot isn’t a disease in itself, but rather a symptom of disease or infection. If your goldfish has fin rot then you will notice their fins start to appear frayed or ragged, as if they’ve been torn. You may also notice a white or red edge where the fin appears broken. Act immediately before … Read more
Have you noticed white spots on your goldfish? Does it look like grains of salt or sugar have been sprinkled on to your goldfish’s body, fins or gills? If the answer is yes then your fish may be infected with “white spot disease”, also known as “Ich” or “Ick”. Read on to find out more … Read more