When it comes to QT, my approach has always been 90 days. During that time, I observe and treat only if signs of disease present. And yes, I realize this is less than ideal. But it has worked for me with only the loss of one fish since starting out in the hobby.
I have set up a 40 Gallon QT in anticipation of adding a FoxFace. The tank is currently at temperature (75 degrees) and I've been bringing up the salinity which is currently at about 28ppt ( en route to 35ppt ).
The tank is equipped with (3) HOB filters. Their sponges are currently in my main display sump, so that they become populated with nitrifying bacteria. I will insert them before I drive to pick up the FoxFace.
I understand that copper needs to be maintained at therapeutic levels for 30 days to be effective. And I also understand that Prazi should be dosed twice, 8 days apart.
Here is my question:
When is the ideal time to does these meds within my 90 observation? My plan was to treat over the first 30 days and then observe.
Also, where copper is concerned, am I bring up the copper levels BEFORE I add the FoxFace or am I placing the FoxFace in QT and THEN bring up copper levels?
Thank you,
Dom
I have set up a 40 Gallon QT in anticipation of adding a FoxFace. The tank is currently at temperature (75 degrees) and I've been bringing up the salinity which is currently at about 28ppt ( en route to 35ppt ).
The tank is equipped with (3) HOB filters. Their sponges are currently in my main display sump, so that they become populated with nitrifying bacteria. I will insert them before I drive to pick up the FoxFace.
I understand that copper needs to be maintained at therapeutic levels for 30 days to be effective. And I also understand that Prazi should be dosed twice, 8 days apart.
Here is my question:
When is the ideal time to does these meds within my 90 observation? My plan was to treat over the first 30 days and then observe.
Also, where copper is concerned, am I bring up the copper levels BEFORE I add the FoxFace or am I placing the FoxFace in QT and THEN bring up copper levels?
Thank you,
Dom