Well , I've got a new goldfish and I don't know much, so I came here. I just don't know wether a goldfish needs an aerator or not, because mine opens and closes its mouth repeatedly,(is this normal?)and it worries me. I've got a 1 gallon and he doesen't seem comfortable, so I thought I'd ask if there is such thing as a 5 gallon tank. Just asking!
Please reply soon!

Goodness Gracious Sakes Alive! If hes a regular goldfish, he should be in a 15-20 g tank, if hes a fancy at least 10g, per fish! They open there mouths to breath, but your water peremeter could be so outta whack because of how much mess gf produce it could be killing him. there is such thing as a 5 g, but you need one at least twice that size! Sorry to be so blunt, but its true. I suggest you get a bigger tank asap.

Do you do tons of water changes? did you cycle your tank? Is it a common or a fancy GF? How big is he?

Welcome to Koko's btw. You will learn tons!

Hi! Goldfish actually need at least ten gal.s per fish.They are able to reach a size of 8inches or much bigger.They 're also very dirty fish ,so they need a tank big enough to add a good filter on for them. They love aerator's,in fact,it should be a "Must have" item.Unfortunately,your one gal is no where big enough for your goldie-is it possible for you to get a bigger tank? And if not,maybe your LFS will take him back for you? Right now,he probably isn't very happy in that small tank,and he may not be getting enough oxygen in there.

The good news is that a 10 gallon set up isn't much more expensive than a 5 gallon. Your fish will live a longer and healthier life in a larger tank.

If you can swing a 20 gallon, so much the better. I tend to keep an eye out on bulletin boards, classified ad5, etc. for used equipment. You can get some great deals that way

Welcome to Koko's . This is a great place to learn about goldfish keeping, and don't worry, a lot of us started not knowing much about goldfish and making lots of mistakes.

Like everyone elso says
I never knew that 10 galleon rule until I got here either.

Legolas,

I really like your name.

Your new guy is too cramped in a 1 gallon. He's breathing hard because he's not getting enough oxygen from the water. As you read around Koko's site, you're going to read that goldies need at least a 10 gallon to be happy. But even a 5 gallon would be better, and yes, they do make them. They need a filter, and an aerator, and lots of water changes with water treated with a conditioner like Aqausafe.

If you can't get a bigger tank, maybe you might want to take the goldie back, and trade for a betta. They are beautiful fish, and alot of the people here at Koko's have them. Good luck!

Robin

Touchofsky is right. Heck,our local PetSmart even had a complete 10gal. whole set-up on sale for 30.00 Which was a heck of a bargain!!! Don't think that there's not a way,there's always a way! I also wanted to welcome you to the forum.You will now learn everything you ever wanted to know,and then some about goldfish,and you'll probably make alot of friends doing it! Good Luck!

Darnnnnnnniiiit! I really do need an aerator!!!!!!! My dad was wrong! I'm to nnnnnn tomorrow!

personally, i dont think an aereator will do much good if your fish is cramped. lack of space will probably kill him, aereator or not.

I'll buy a new tank and an aerator, I will kill to keep Stripe alive!

what kind of fish is he?

Well,Good luck with that
And if you can try to get us a little picture of your fishie
*I'm finnaly not one of the yougest people in the forum*

He's kina weird, dorsal fin and reg tail, has stripe on top.

Sound cute XD

Sounds cute, is he long like a trout or is he egg shaped?

Getting a new tank is exciting!!! You must post some pics of the new tank set up.

Hi Legolas I don't know where you live, but at our nnnnnn store the 5 gallon set-ups are $34.99. The 10 gallon complete starter kits are $29.99. 10 gal cost less than the 5, but that doesn't include an air pump.

Your to be commended for getting online to find out how to take care of your fish. Good luck with your new tank.

He is long like a trout, He is defenately not egg shaped. He is really cute! He is getting used to being in the bowl!(I bought him at a bait shop, like 10cents a piece!) He is pretty tough though! I can't figure out how to put pictures on!

Mine had a 10 gallon set up for 100CDN.

ING CANADA!

My Penguin 170 costed over 60CDN.

Yes in this case he is a common and hes going to grow to be about a foot long or more. This is one of the many reasons you need a bigger tank. He sounds adorable tho.


Fishbert, Canadians get jipped on fish supplies, ive learned to live with it. lmao

Bigger tank=bigger and happier goldies