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post #21 of 289
9/24/11 at 9:10pm
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Next question, what meds should I have JIC? I want to make sure I have everything covered before I get the horses.

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post #22 of 289
9/24/11 at 9:15pm

There is a whole list....LOL...I'll see if I can find it

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post #23 of 289
9/25/11 at 8:00am

Tagging along love seahorses.

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post #24 of 289
9/25/11 at 4:21pm
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So I bought the tank, stand, and fake plants. I already have the sand, filter, and egg crate. I also bought a bunch of frozen food.

 

Need to get:

  • Chiller
  • Pond foam
  • Skimmer
  • Seahorse first aid kit (input needed as to what is needed for this I want to be prepared for anything)

 

 

What am I missing besides pics (no room in the car for the tank)?

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post #25 of 289
9/25/11 at 4:25pm

OH YEAH, I could not find the list......and then I went to bed...

 

small powerhead with cover

 

feeding bowl

 

 

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post #26 of 289
9/25/11 at 4:30pm

FOUND IT...this is a copy and paste list  :)

 

 

You should have these medications on hand when you purchase your seahorse. As you become more knowledgeable about them, you may find that you prefer other medications; this is just a guideline. Most of these medications can be found at a well-stocked LFS.    
Be sure to have on hand:
Formalin 3 and Neosporin (triple antibiotic ointment) as a topical solution.
(Betadine will do in a pinch.)
Kanacyn
Methylene blue
Furan-2 or Triple Sulfa
Tetracycline
Erythromycin
Metronidazole
Neomycin
Nitrofurazone

Optional:
Maracyn II
Furanase
Paragon II
Melafix
Malachite Green
Important meds that may be obtained through your veterinarian or MD:
Acetazolamide (Diamox)
Ceftazime (Fortran)
Praziquantel (Droncit)

Essential tools to have on hand:
Fine gauge IV catheter flexible tubing (without needle)
Tuberculin syringe with needle removed
Loose hairpin with soft plastic tip

 

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post #27 of 289
9/25/11 at 4:57pm
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Thanks, I have most of that stuff or can easily get it in a pinch. I forgot I have a nano powerhead that I will use. I think I am going to build the rock wall on Weds or Thurs.

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post #28 of 289
9/25/11 at 5:01pm

What type of filter are you going to use. A spray bar down one side would be nice. It would give you a nice gental flow.

Dont forget an open air line.

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post #29 of 289
9/25/11 at 5:03pm
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I'm going to use a Fluval 405 with a spray bar. I am going to have a HOB fuge for pods. I forgot that I have everything for an open air line. I figured out my feeding dish. I have a clam shell and I will build it in the rock wall. 

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post #30 of 289
9/25/11 at 5:05pm

Sounds like you have everything covered. Cant wait to see your new build.

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post #31 of 289
9/25/11 at 5:06pm

Too bad your not closer, lol I could fill your tank. haha

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post #32 of 289
9/27/11 at 4:12pm
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Originally Posted by TeresaQ View Post

Too bad your not closer, lol I could fill your tank. haha



LOL. 

 

 

I finally got the tank home. Now, I just have some reorganizing to do so I can make room for the tank. I also have to break down my 16 gallon. I'll post pics once I get it inside.

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post #33 of 289
9/27/11 at 6:42pm

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post #34 of 289
9/28/11 at 12:00am

Hey folks I have a question, I know medicines only last for so long (most say a year) All those medicines for sea horses just in case...any idea of the shelf life of them?

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post #35 of 289
9/28/11 at 5:07am

I was told by abby - that they accually are good longer - a couple of yrs.

I know there is a big list, but all I really keep is formiline, antibiotics, meth blue and bio-bandage. This is usually what you start with, and can get other stuff in a few days.

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post #36 of 289
9/28/11 at 11:39am
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Originally Posted by TeresaQ View Post

I was told by abby - that they accually are good longer - a couple of yrs.

I know there is a big list, but all I really keep is formiline, antibiotics, meth blue and bio-bandage. This is usually what you start with, and can get other stuff in a few days.



Those are the ones I am going to keep on hand at all times. Most of the others I can get fairly quickly.

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post #37 of 289
9/30/11 at 4:27pm
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The tank is in my house and has water in it!!!!. I'm going to build the rock wall this week. I'll post pics once the tank is full and I have the filters hooked up. 

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post #38 of 289
9/30/11 at 7:09pm
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post #39 of 289
9/30/11 at 7:16pm

It looks good!

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post #40 of 289
9/30/11 at 7:22pm
Yes it does! I'm so happy for you!!! If I had room for even ONE more tank, this would be the one I'd do, too. Tagging along with great interest!
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