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Frequently asked questions about feeding fish.

Gel Feeders - Gel Feeder Experiences
Block fish feeders for use on vacation have long been panned for their negative effect on the water chemistry. But what about gel feeders? Have you used one? If so, did it work, or did you come home to a disaster?

Feeding Fish While on Vacation
Vacations need not be a problem for fish owners. Here is what you need to know about feeding your fish while you are away.

How Much and How Often Should I Feed My Fish?
How much and how often a fish should be fed is one of the first questions a new owner has. Here are the answers to those age old questions.

Are Gel Feeders Safe?
Block fish feeders for use on vacation have long been panned for their negative effect on the water chemistry. What about the new gel feeders -- are they safe?

Omnivore, Hebivore, or Carnivore?
What are they anyway, and what difference does it make? It's wise to know what dietary category your fish fall into. If you don't, you may not be feeding them the foods they need.

Feeding Vegetarian Fish
Almost all fish will benefit from some vegetable matter in their diet. Here's how you can add vegetables to your fish's diet.

Choosing Fish Foods
Choosing the right food for your fish is a key factor in maintaining the health and long life of your pet. This article gives you four basic steps to provide your fish with a healthy diet.

DIY Food Shaker
Ever wished you could dispense granular or flake foods without putting your fingers in the container? If so, this tip is just the thing for you.

Feeding Live Foods
Although flake food is a good staple, the vast majority of freshwater fish would literally jump at the chance to have live or even frozen foods.

Collecting Live Foods
Nothing compares with the variety of live insects, crustaceans, and worms nature provides during the warm months of the year. If you wish to breed fish, live food is the best way to condition breeders prior to spawning.

Where Can I Buy Live Worms?
Virtually all fish are worm lovers. The problem is getting your hands on live worms suitable for feeding to aquarium fish. Odd are you won't find them at the local grocery store, but you can find them online.

Fish Feeding Rings
Ever wished there was a way to feed your fish in a specific location? Or perhaps you need to feed fish in the same tank different foods. A fish feeding ring is just the ticket for you.

Fish Feeding Tips - Your Fish Feeding Tips
Ever wished you could dispense fish foods more easily? Read these fish feeding tips and share your own.

Culturing Live Fish Food
Fish owners are often told how good live food is for fish, yet nobody tells them how to find live foods. One option is to grow you own live foods. If you have cultured live foods for aquarium fish, share how you did it so other fish owners can benefit.See submissions

Feeding Maggots to Aquarium Fish - Owner Experiences Feeding Maggots to...
Owner Experiences Feeding Maggots to Aquarium Fish

What Do You Feed Your Aquarium Fish For a Treat?
What Do You Feed Your Aquarium Fish For a Treat?

Flake Foods - Reader Responses
Readers talk about the pros and cons of flake foods they have feed their aquarium fish.

Fish Feeding Gadgets
Who doesn't like gadgets, especially when they make daily tasks easier. My top picks for fish feeding gadgets will make feeding your freshwater aquarium fish a breeze!

Maggots For Aquarium Fish
Using Maggots to Feed Aquarium Fish

Frozen Fish Foods
Live foods are an ideal food for your fish, and are particularly important when breeding fish. Unfortunately live foods are not always available. When live foods can't be provided, frozen foods are a great alternative. Frozen foods are available at all pet shops, can be kept on hand, and provide important nutrition for your fish.

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