Feeding Your Fish
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mini-critters has a huge selection
of fish food and chemicals
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We even have frozen fish food that will ignite a feeding frenzy in your tank
Fish food comes in many varieties, each designed for the type of fish you are feeding. The most common type of food is freeze dried flakes. There are different formulations for different types of fish and for different purposes like brightening colors or support during breeding. Goldfish food is different than Beta food. If you have a mixed tank, chose a general purpose food. Bottom dwelling fish, like cory cats, will require a food that sinks to their level instead of staying on top, so you might explore pelleted food for them.

Don't buy the biggest bottle of food on the shelf if you don't need it. Overfeeding is the most common problem affecting aquariums, and feeding just enough to allow your fish to eat for about two minutres is more than enough. Do that once or maybe twice a day and your fish will do well. The problem with the great big bottle is that it will go bad. Imagine eating cereal that's 6 months old! Get the smaller bottle and pick up a new one two or three times a year....

At mini-critters we have fresh frozen foods that your fish will love! Frozen brine shimp, blood worms, krill and more are great to use as a special treat. Adding some variety to their diet will also lead to healthier fish that look better and are less susceptible to disease. Ask us which foods will be best in your particular tank.

Some experts say that you can go without feeding your fish for up to two weeks, but you might that you're missing a little one or two if you wait that long. mini-critters has a great product for you...an automatic fish feeder. This device can be loaded with food and then put in just the right amount on a clockwork schedule. Perfect if you're going to be out of town...or if you're forgetful, or to get a better handle on feeding the right amount.

 
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