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 Jun 19 2007, 10:21 AM
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 Fish Crazy  Group: Members Posts: 134 Joined: 24-April 07 From: Bolton UK Member No.: 31468  |
Hi guys,
I think I know the answer to this, but its hard to just do it. I have a Flame Tetra, who when I bought him did have trouble swimming. He has a slightly bent spine and as such swims at a 35-45 degree angle, sinking then swimming up to get around. I noticed yesterday morning that his spine and tail have developed a severe redness which I can only assume is internal bleeding. He is still swimming around, but I feel I should take him out and "DO THE RIGHT THING". What do you all think? |
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Jun 20 2007, 04:17 PM
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 It's full of stars  Group: Moderators Posts: 7449 Joined: 27-August 03 From: Denmark Member No.: 1791 |
Doesn't sound good really. If it is bad, and getting worse, then the right thing beckons.
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Jun 20 2007, 04:19 PM
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Fish Crazy Group: Members Posts: 134 Joined: 24-April 07 From: Bolton UK Member No.: 31468 |
Well here's a thing - it seems to be settling now and the redness is slowly disappearing!!
Obviously I'm going to check again as soon as I get back home from work in an hour, so fingers crossed for the little trooper!! 
This post has been edited by Gazo: Jun 20 2007, 04:19 PM |
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Jun 20 2007, 04:58 PM
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 Fish Addict  Group: Members Posts: 919 Joined: 15-June 07 From: Connecticut Member No.: 32976 |
It's always hard to euthanize any pet, but it's part of the job we signed on for when we got them. Hope he makes it.
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