Hi guys,
This thread is in reply to http://www.aquariumadvice.com/forums/f12/fish-in-cycling-step-over-into-the-dark-side-176446-4.html but anyone can help me.
I am somewhat confused with what I am reading here compared to what my LFS is telling me. I originally wanted to do a fishless cycle starting out. I am starting brand new with all fresh equipment and am new the hobby. My LFS told me to do fish-in cycling, as its much easier, much more natural and virtually fool proof. I purchased 4 golden pristella tetra and was told to put in my tank 24 hours after I filled it up and used prime. They told me feed them very small amounts and do not do any water change for 6 weeks.
Does this seem like bad advice? Everywhere I see talks about doing water changes during cycling. The store said that the fish I purchased day 1 will be fine and this is the best way to cycle my tank.
This thread is in reply to http://www.aquariumadvice.com/forums/f12/fish-in-cycling-step-over-into-the-dark-side-176446-4.html but anyone can help me.
I am somewhat confused with what I am reading here compared to what my LFS is telling me. I originally wanted to do a fishless cycle starting out. I am starting brand new with all fresh equipment and am new the hobby. My LFS told me to do fish-in cycling, as its much easier, much more natural and virtually fool proof. I purchased 4 golden pristella tetra and was told to put in my tank 24 hours after I filled it up and used prime. They told me feed them very small amounts and do not do any water change for 6 weeks.
Does this seem like bad advice? Everywhere I see talks about doing water changes during cycling. The store said that the fish I purchased day 1 will be fine and this is the best way to cycle my tank.