Maintenance

Routine aquarium maintenance for axolotl keepers: water changes, testing, cleaning and the schedule that keeps parameters stable.

Guide to Safe Chemicals and Medications for Axolotls: Ensuring Health and Safety

The safest treatments for axolotls are clean, cool dechlorinated water, salt baths and tea baths; fridging for stress; and, for confirmed infections, vet-guided medications such as metronidazole, fenbendazole, methylene blue or nitrofurazone products. Avoid malachite green, copper and mercury-based products entirely. Caring for axolotls, unique and fascinating aquatic pets, requires knowledge and attentiveness, especially when […]