New 20gl

[catt410]

Well I picked up the new 20 gl today. What a mess. I can't believe that people won't clean something before they sell it. She could have taken the crushed shells out and at least rinsed it out. Well I have some cleaning to do.

Oh and that's the cutest dog in the world.

Cathy

[jpappy789]

What do you plan on doing with it?

How much did you pay for that?

[catt410]

It came with a stand (not great but will work) and a little pinguin bio-wheel for $25 bucks. I adopted my DD's betta that I thought could live there.

[jm1212]

just take it all out and give it a good scrub and rinse. if you got the whole thing for $25, thats a pretty good deal

[rich311k]

White vinegar, hot water and a scraper should get it just like new. That is a cute puppy.

[catt410]

Should I even try to save the crushed shells? they are still wet and I don't know how long they were sitting.

[lancerland]

That is a pretty good deal, and with some love that tank should look great. Also I am going to steal your puppy :)

[jm1212]

Should I even try to save the crushed shells? they are still wet and I don't know how long they were sitting.
i wouldnt

[~Kswords~]

I wouldn't. Crushed shells can mess with the ph sometimes.

Very good find with the tank!

[severum mama]

Crushed coral is better suited for fish that like a high pH. I wouldn't include bettas, or many community fish, in that category. Plus, you don't know how well the person kept up that tank... I'd pitch the CC and buy some regular gravel or inert sand.

[magakitty]

We use the crushed shells and coral for the African cichlid tank. They need high PH

[magakitty]

PS - what are you doing with my dog? LOL

[catt410]

Good news the tank cleaned up very easy and passed the leak test. I put the shells to the side, I had already picked up new gravel on the way home. I will post pics once I have water in it......

[severum mama]

Awesome! Looking forward to the pics.

[catt410]

You can't have my dog.....

[Weezer]

Nice buy...Cute dog also, .........:)

[mee-mee]

Great buy for the tank....and the puppy, can I take him for a very very very very very long walkhttp://www.33smiley.com/smiley2/communicate/p-s/11.gif....What kind terrier is s/he and its name....the top part of its face looks like a bunny...ooohhhhh so cute......

Anyway, can't wait for updated fotos of the tank....and the puppyhttp://www.33smiley.com/smiley2/emotions/happy/42.gif

[catt410]

My little doggie is Dotty Mouse (we couldn't decide between Dotty or Mouse). Daddy was full pom and mommy was full mini schnauzer. She is 2 1/2 months and weighs a wopping 3 lbs. I love her to death.......

Here are the updated pics.

[mademperor]

Nice setup for $25! =D

[FishyAmor]

:y220e: Nice set-up at a bargain price!!! as for the puppy...looks like trouble! <cute trouble>:grinyes:

[severum mama]

Yeah, I totally would have paid that for your setup. The stand looks nice too.

That dog doesn't look spoiled or anything....

[red devil]

do you think the pup will actually fit inside?

[severum mama]

No way, that puppy will need at least a 55 gallon! ;)

[mee-mee]

Yup, and depending on the tank mates for the puppy, I would probably go with some Cat(fish)...ooohhh she is so cute and the name fits her well....and the tank looks great...nice clean up ya did...:)

[Weezer]

No way, that puppy will need at least a 55 gallon! ;)
I agree, looks overstocked IMO.......:grinyes:

[catt410]

Spoiled isn't even the word for that little dog. I think I like her better than the kids right now. The fish are lucky I can't cuddle them 2.

[mee-mee]

I wish we could cuddle our fishies and take them for walks...but that is absolutely out of the question...I want more fish tanks too...:)

[jm1212]

No way, that puppy will need at least a 55 gallon! ;)
agreed!!!

very nice setup though. put a school of lemons or redeyes and a dwarf gourami in there and you'll be set.

[magakitty]

glad you didn't leave the dog in the tank :lipssealedsmilie: We'll be over tomorrow to visit the dog

[didy]

Be glad the tank was dirty. If it came to you clean, you would worry during set up that they used something harmful to clean it.

For used, I'd rather it be dirty.

[Rbishop]

Nice set up.

[klfvilla]

Good deal on the tank. It looks great! I love your puppy too - adorable.