Clawed Frog Bloated

[xxianxx]

I am suprised how often "get a ten gal tank " has been ignored, it is the min requirement required for this species. The problems you are still getting with water quality are based on water volume. Get a bigger tank and solve the issue.

[mpmistr]

I am suprised how often "get a ten gal tank " has been ignored, it is the min requirement required for this species. The problems you are still getting with water quality are based on water volume. Get a bigger tank and solve the issue.

I've noticed that 10 gallon aquariums are often priced lower than the 5 gallon/even smaller gimmick 'tanks' they sell. I just don't understand why people have a hard time acquiring a 10 gallon aquarium, they literally are often slightly over $10 dollars and almost always under $15.

It's the price of going to see a movie and some popcorn.

[rob2000]

HI Guys,
Well I wanted to give you a quick update. Bought a anubias nana for the tank to help it cycle (will wash it out first and let it sit with some clean water for a few days-week before putting it in). I also bought some fake plants for the back of the tank since it is darker back there.

Also, after my water change issue 2 days ago, I have only changed 1 more gallon (readings of ammonia very low at that point) and yesterday and today the ammonia is 0. The nitrates are also 0 and I need to buy a kit for nitrites so that I can check that as well. I have bought "stability" just in case I need some help cycling but I am trying to avoid using it. Just have it on standby for now.

Frogee is eating and seems happy. He is still bloated but hopefully it will go down (although I know it may not). No meds have been put in the tank.

If I do have a water quality issue I will upgrade to a 10 gal. The filter I bought can support a 10 gal so we will see. Money is not the issue at all, I already have a 29gal tank with fish and a 10gal tank with fish and now a 5gal tank all in the same room and believe me I spend a lot of time and money maintaining them. I just am not sure that the 10 gal is needed just yet. Will keep you posted but I will not be afraid to upgrade if really needed. Thanks for the suggestion. (P.S. I didnt buy the 5gal, I had it here already and that was the best immediate fix for this issue since it was available quickly and I had an emergency situation).

[rob2000]

I've noticed that 10 gallon aquariums are often priced lower than the 5 gallon/even smaller gimmick 'tanks' they sell. I just don't understand why people have a hard time acquiring a 10 gallon aquarium, they literally are often slightly over $10 dollars and almost always under $15.

It's the price of going to see a movie and some popcorn.

Just as a random side note... I wish I lived in Illinois, a movie and popcorn in NY is about $20! ha ha.

[rob2000]

I am suprised how often "get a ten gal tank " has been ignored, it is the min requirement required for this species. The problems you are still getting with water quality are based on water volume. Get a bigger tank and solve the issue.

I believe I am having water quality issues that are standard for a tank that is not cycled yet. I am still understanding cycling but from the research I have done it seems that the tank will build with ammonia then nitrites and nitrates to complete the cycle. I kind of expected an increase in ammonia.

[rob2000]

Tank is still testing good at 0 ammonia but still 0 nitrates. Frogee is still eating and seems to be enjoying his hiding places.
Will keep you all posted.

[mpmistr]

Tank is still testing good at 0 ammonia but still 0 nitrates. Frogee is still eating and seems to be enjoying his hiding places.
Will keep you all posted.

That's good he is doing well. I would check for Nitr*i*tes though because they can be more toxic than ammonia, it does mean your tank is starting to cycle though.

Did his bloating subside?

[rob2000]

That's good he is doing well. I would check for Nitr*i*tes though because they can be more toxic than ammonia, it does mean your tank is starting to cycle though.

Did his bloating subside?

HI Michael!
Yeh, I am pretty happy that I seem to be clear right now with test issues but I do want to add nitrites to my list of tests.

I went to pet store to find the nitrite test but they didnt have it. Ill look again on my way home from work tomorrow.
No, bloating is the same but he does have a great appetite.

[Miss Blue]

I have been following this thread and am very glad to see you are taking the time (and money!) to make Frogee healthier and happier! Sounds like he is doing well! I have ADF's and had to do a ton of reading and questioning as I second guessed my every move! Hope your little guy continues to do well!

[rob2000]

I have been following this thread and am very glad to see you are taking the time (and money!) to make Frogee healthier and happier! Sounds like he is doing well! I have ADF's and had to do a ton of reading and questioning as I second guessed my every move! Hope your little guy continues to do well!

Hi there Miss Blue!
Sorry for the late response. Thank you. I have definitely spent a lot of money on this one but that is no object for Frogee to feel better.

Frogee has been hanging in there. He seems to really like his new tank. I bought some more plants and still have the live one in a seperate tank to try to ensure that there is no disease on it before putting it in with him. I might put it in this weekend.

As for the tank, I have been unable to find a nitrite test at my local petshops but I can say that I am testing the ammonia and nitrate on an every other day basis and all is still 0. I am doing about a 1gal water change maybe once a week (if that) but not religiously to try not to disrupt the cycling.

Frogee is still bloated and he has some red spots under his belly and legs where they would hit the sand due to his inflation status. I believe the sand was irritating his skin when he was looking for food so over the weekend I removed it and replaced with pebbles big enough that he can't get them in his mouth (I sat on the floor and sorted them ha ha). I left one patch with no pebbles or sand now so that he can find the food and he seems to be getting used to looking in that spot.

He is eating extremely well. Always looking for food. I decided to use the frog and tadpole bites that sink and I give him about 4-5 per day as the instructions mention. There is no food leftover to remove at the end of his feeding!

Not really sure what to do about the bloating (if there is anything). I wish it would go down even a little.

Well update you soon. Please let me know if you have any suggestions. I think we are on a good track now!

I have some friends with ADFs and I have recommended big tanks with filters

Thanks!