I have a 29 gallon tank with a pair of young fantail goldfish and some older corys.
Just noticed a few white spots on one of the goldfish. Looks like ich. It seems the recommended treatments are different for tropical fish and goldfish so I'm wondering what the best course of action is in this case.
Water temp is normally kept around 72. I'm thinking the best idea is a medication treatment (have to buy at Petsmart - any specific recommendations?) and raising the temp slightly, maybe to 80F over the course of a few days.
Does this sound right? Will the medication have any effect on the filter bacteria? How long should I medicate?
Just noticed a few white spots on one of the goldfish. Looks like ich. It seems the recommended treatments are different for tropical fish and goldfish so I'm wondering what the best course of action is in this case.
Water temp is normally kept around 72. I'm thinking the best idea is a medication treatment (have to buy at Petsmart - any specific recommendations?) and raising the temp slightly, maybe to 80F over the course of a few days.
Does this sound right? Will the medication have any effect on the filter bacteria? How long should I medicate?