David Willard Jr

Yeah, I trust Cory for sure but I think we all question things we are not comfortable with even when given by an educated professional. I have a list of Dr's I trust with my life yet I sometimes question their directives...lol. They finished out their fast and are good and healthy post water change. Thank you all for the advice.

Ammonia! I did not even think of that as the reason. Makes total sence now. I will just ignore those glaring eyes for a few more days so as not to risk it. Thank you for the responses and the welcome fish fam.

I purchased some fish from Mike's Cichlids and they are beautiful. My question is I have found conflicting statements on feeding during the first week while in the med trio. I hadn't read the no feeding on Cory's instructions and fed them on day 2 since they are in with the L144a Plecos and some snails that helped get the tank up and running. I did not feed them yesterday but the misplaced guilt of not feeding them as I pass the tank today and see that "feed me" look has got me. What should I do? Stick to the remaining days without feeding since I know they can go awhile in reality. Or do I just resume normal feeding to appease my guilt...lol. I am also concerned as they were "acclimated" by Mike's, which I assume means they weren't fed over the weekend to minimize ammonia during their transit here arriving on Tuesday. Thank you in advance for any advice you can provide. Also, I have successfully completed the med trio process multiple times even though I fed them, so I am not sure why I am so worried. LoL.