Why? V-lioness please read & only true fish lovers read

[michelle9491]

I have had saltwater fish for the last 6 years. I just recently lost my beloved lion that I had for almost 5 years. I feel like I am talking about "just a fish" or a member of my family, which even to me sounds odd. All I know is I cried like a baby (at 4 am, not what I usually do) over a fish. Even my 9 year son was there and cried with me. We just couldnt sleep knowing what was going to happen. It died in my hand as I had held him as I had done so many times. I have tried to explain to my family and they all think I am nuts, but I lost alot that weekend, more than anyone will know. That "fish" as everyone says somehow worked his way into my life and now I know a different kind of grief. I miss his smiles, and spitting water at me and being able to pet him most of all. Just wanted to share, that fish can sometimes be the best friend you can ever have.

 

[psusocr1]

is this for real? no to be insensative ims orry for your loss but what the heck where you thinkign when you where "holding a lion asd i did so many times"
what??????

 

[michelle9491]

yes it's for real, he started doing when he was a baby when I had my hand in the tank feeding or cleaning. I would hold by hand flat and he would sit on it and I would rub his side with my fingers. He may have been strange, but he was the best fish I ever had.

 

[watson3]

Originally Posted by psusocr1
is this for real? no to be insensative ims orry for your loss but what the heck where you thinkign when you where "holding a lion as i did so many times"
what??????
Agreed...I have much more to say, but out of respect for you as a PERSON, I will refrain..Get another fish, that is why they are for sale...

 

[michelle9491]

I wish people would stop thinking that way about fish. I spend alot of time and money (which I don't have) on my tanks and do my best to take care of them. I lost a pet - not just a fish. I have no friends that have saltwater tanks here and this forum is where I come for help, advice and just to be able to talk to other people that enjoy this hobby, especially with big aggressive fish. Guess I was wrong to even think that there were other people out there that didn't always say "oh well, just buy another one". I have really loved this site until now, it's a shame that the only person that understands this is my 9 year old son (who has his own 55 gal.) understands this.

 

[watson3]

Originally Posted by michelle9491
I did not post this to be made fun of
I spend alot of time and money (which I don't have) on my tanks
1.Not making fun of you
2.IMHO this is like the stock market..If you cannot afford to take a heavy loss unexpectedly, and then be prepared to move on, you should not be doing it..

 

[v-lioness]

I am very sorry for your loss, it can be hard to lose a fish, Lions are not long lived fish in our tanks or in the wild, Volitans average life span is 5 - 7 years. Rest assured that your volitan may have died of old age and nothing you did wrong.
Again Sorry for your loss,
Kaye

 

[dragonzim]

It has nothing to do with taking a heavy loss monetarily. These animals are our pets. Personally, I lost a fairly large V Lion about 6 months ago. I had him for almost 2 years and was very upset when he died.
That being said, Michelle, I am sorry for your loss. I've been there too.

 

[lion_crazz]

Michelle, I hope that you do not adopt a negative view of this forum due to some rudeness you may encounter. There are a countless number of people here who truly care about the animals that they have.
I am very sorry for your loss. I know what you mean when you say you view your fish as part of your family. After seeing them everyday, spending so much time with them and effort for them, you grow very close and it can be very difficult when you lose a loved fish, especially one as personable as a lionfish. Lionfish are a wonderful fish because they interact with you so much and they really do get to know you. I know every time I walk up to my tank, all I have to do is start talking, and my two fuzzy dwarves are right out in the open, swimming all over the front glass.
Again, I am sorry for your loss.

 

[anubisxero]

I think everyone was missing the point he was trying to make. I took from the what were you holding it for comment as why the heck were you holding a venomous fish? I mean, that was my thought. I understand being upset over a pet dying. I truly do. I've always been a pet lover of both aquatic and non aquatic. I myself wouldn't hold a lionfish no matter how sad i was. =

 

[greenwolf52]

Originally Posted by Anubisxero
I think everyone was missing the point he was trying to make. I took from the what were you holding it for comment as why the heck were you holding a venomous fish? I mean, that was my thought. I understand being upset over a pet dying. I truly do. I've always been a pet lover of both aquatic and non aquatic. I myself wouldn't hold a lionfish no matter how sad i was. =
wouldn't it hurt to hold a lion? i mean..i had one for about ayear and was lucky enough to not ever be touched and feel the wrath of the elusive venomous spines. kinda weird this person is. :jumping:
it's definitely sad about the fish dying. believe me, i know. mine just died yesterday. i don't think anyone is disputing the fact that its death was unfortunate. i think everybody is curious as to how this person could hold a lionfish in their hand. it's almost as if this is all one big joke and we're all playing right into it. ***)
...strange... :notsure:

 

[anubisxero]

Originally Posted by greenwolf52
wouldn't it hurt to hold a lion? i mean..i had one for about ayear and was lucky enough to not ever be touched and feel the wrath of the elusive venomous spines. kinda weird this person is. :jumping:
it's definitely sad about the fish dying. believe me, i know. mine just died yesterday. i don't think anyone is disputing the fact that its death was unfortunate. i think everybody is curious as to how this person could hold a lionfish in their hand. it's almost as if this is all one big joke and we're all playing right into it. ***)
...strange... :notsure:
which is why i doubt i could ever have one myself. unless it was a fuzzy dwarf or whatever. nothing with long spines. =

 

[watson3]

Did the person who started this thread ask that my "insensitive" post be deleted..You cannot as a MOD say that the aquarium threads are filled with junk, and then take up for someone who is crying over spilled milk...

 

[michelle9491]

I started this thread just to share the death of my fish. Instead it has turned into "am I crazy for holding my lion". I am really sorry I shared this with everyone. I am a 36 year old mother who really doesnt have the time, money or energy for this hobby, but I care deeply for the fish & animals we have and I love doing it. Greenwolf, this is not a joke that you are trying to led into. And I had nothing to do with people's posts being deleted. And for the curious about me holding the lion, here you go.... For one thing I would NEVER even attempt it with another lion. He started letting me do this after a flood we had several years ago and were without power for 6 days, because in my own stupidity I didnt hook up the heater to the generator. He jumped out and when I found him he was almost dead. I put him back in the tank and held him upright for hours until he could do it by himself again. Then he started trying to perch on my arm while I was cleaning the tank and thats how it started. I have much respect for lions cause I know what they can do. Also I have been stung by him once because my other fish spooked him. I had already researched what to do if it happens and it wasnt pleasant, but it didnt keep me from having anything to do with him either. Maybe I had a unique lion, I don't know. Maybe that's why I got so attached to him. I have no answer. All I wanted was some support from people who I thought would be there for me. So many thanks to Psuscr1 (even though you started the thing about holding the fish) V-lioness, Lion_crazz, and DragonZim for giving me the support that I wanted, which was all I wanted.

 

[1journeyman]

Sorry for your loss Michelle. If more people cared for fish like you our hobby would be a better one.

 

[jenni620]

i'm sorry for your loss, too. I hate when people think its "just a fish" or "just a dog." that was your pet, and in a way, it became a member of your family
especially after five years! my sympathies go out to you.

 

[stingrayman]

I`m sorry for your loss as well, our v-lion is 5 years old and pretty big,12".
The kids named him Leo the Lionfish. He is everyones favorite fish.

 

[leftyblite]

Sorry for your loss, don't be worrried about what people say about holding him. About 2 months ago, the puffer I have had for about a year now, would not leave me alone while i rearranging some rock in the tank. I stopped and left my hand in a cupped position and he immediately sat in my palm and rested until i finally moved again. Now everytime I do something on the tank, he expects this. He is a like a small puppy that justs wants attention.

 

[ice4ice]

I'm sorry for your loss. I think alot of us can relate to this whether you own a cat, dog, rabbit or whatever, any animal or fish in this case can be attached to one's life as one of their own family.

 

[tall_90]

i am sorry for your loss as i can relate to what happened. please do not judge the forum on a few unfeeling people.