Ziggo420 Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 I have recently ordered silver tip and ember tetras. The way I understand it fish are purged before shipping and of course don't eat during transit. It is suggested to not feed your fish the first 4 to 5 days when giving the QT trio. My question is should I take a few days to feed them before starting the QT trio? Would they be ok with 4 to 5 more days of fasting if I instantly started the quarantine meds? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrozenFins Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 I would feed first then start the trio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggo420 Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 Thank you for the input Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garren Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 I agree with James as well. I normally get my fish into the qt, then feed. Wait 24hours and start the med treatment. I don't feed them again for 7 days when I do the water change. It has worked for me twice now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggo420 Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 Right on man. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirsten Posted January 17, 2021 Share Posted January 17, 2021 Thanks for asking this! I wondered the same thing. Hungry fish from a harrowing 2-3 day journey through total darkness...it didn't feel right not to give them something and help them feel comfortable before trio time. I've fed the first day and done spot cleaning with a turkey baster and had good luck, but it was with pretty hearty fish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggo420 Posted January 17, 2021 Author Share Posted January 17, 2021 Thats the same thought process I had going on lol. Thanks for the tip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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