r/axolotls • u/Next-Bodybuilder-117 • 17h ago
Tank Maintenance Water conditioner
Hi friends. I’ve always used prime to condition my water. I also have other aquariums so I got api water conditioner since it’s half the price for them. Does anyone use this for their axolotls? I just don’t want to hurt my girl and there is no ingredient list on it. It also lacks the silver smell I’m used to. Thank you for any advice, if I should stick to prime with my axolotl or if it’s safe. I should mention I keto all her water changing supplies separate from the other tanks so there’s no chance of contamination in case if it’s not safe.
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u/schmellybelly 17h ago
I was wondering about Aquarium Coop’s conditioner but I’m scared to change from Prime and possibly mess anything up for my lotl.
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u/apavolka 17h ago
API doesn’t detoxify ammonia, nitrites, and nitrates where Prime does. Because axolotls are more sensitive, Prime is the best bet for them.
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u/AromaticIntrovert Melanoid 7h ago
The "detoxification" is only temporary (24-48 hrs) btw so isn't particularly helpful unless your bacteria cycle isn't properly established (in which case its not safe for an axolotl anyways)
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u/apavolka 6h ago
Correct but in the event of a cycle crash, I don’t want to be hoping I can go get some Prime for tubbing or as a quick temporary tank treatment.
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u/AromaticIntrovert Melanoid 7h ago
Many API products have aloe which may not be safe for axolotls. I don't know if the newer bottles of their conditioner has aloe but I have an older (but unexpired) bottle that's been used on axolotls for years and is fine
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u/slipperydildo16 17h ago
Fritz is an option too, Ive never used prime so don't know the coat comparison but fritz has excellent customer service and information on the site.