LSuzuki
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I've seen a few threads lately where people have experienced prolonged cycle times associated with very low pH (like 6.0 or below). That is somewhat outside the optimal range for axolotls and is often associated with very soft water, which is also not optimal for axolotls. While some times the problem is simply insufficient water changes, sometimes it is actually the water itself. In this care, it would seem to be best to adjust hardness to raise and stabilize the pH.
So, my question is, what are all of the axolotl-safe ways of raising pH/hardness? What pet-store products are safe (or suspected to be not safe)? What dangers do people need to be aware of?
And, to start the list, the tried-and-true Holtrefeter's Solution is here Axolotls - Requirements & Water Conditions in Captivity but I consider it too intimidating for the casual axolotl owner. :happy:
So, my question is, what are all of the axolotl-safe ways of raising pH/hardness? What pet-store products are safe (or suspected to be not safe)? What dangers do people need to be aware of?
And, to start the list, the tried-and-true Holtrefeter's Solution is here Axolotls - Requirements & Water Conditions in Captivity but I consider it too intimidating for the casual axolotl owner. :happy: