Koi Pond and Koi Fish Care

Perfect Gift for the Koi Person!

2010-04-21T12:13:00.000-07:00

Whether you are a koi fish person yourself, or you know one, this is a great koi person gift.

We all like to own things and carry things around that represent the things that are important to us. What better than this hot drink holder? It can hold drinks up to 180 degrees and is very attractive. No more plain silver or black mug....or even worse, the cardboard coffee cup you get every morning at the convenience store. One of these Vessel KOI-79475 14-Ounce KOI Fish Laguna, Orange is a must!

Your Koi Fish Need Shelter

2010-04-18T11:50:00.000-07:00

When planning or adding to your koi fish pond, keep in mind that your fish will need shelter. Koi fish need shelter from the sun and weather. They also will require shelter and protection from predators.

This koi fish shelter and protection can come in the form of koi pond plants or artificial shelters that you can purchase. Artificial shelters can be a very attractive addition to your pond. Many are made to look like natural rock.

Your koi fish will need shelter when they are trying to protect their babies as well. If you provide the proper shelter, they will be happy fish!

Choosing Your Koi Pond Filter

2010-04-15T08:07:00.000-07:00

Whether you are just starting out or just need a new filter, this is not an area to try to save money. You will just end up back at the store, or online, to order a new filter. A quality filter can mean the difference between dead fish and live fish. Proper koi pond filtration is essential.

You will need to know what size pond you are going to build, how much water your filter will be working on and how many fish you have now and how many you plan to have.

If in doubt, it is always best to go with a larger filter. You can't make a filter that is too small bigger, but you can adjust a large filter and have room for expansion, too!

You can visit Koi Fish Ponds and Care for info.

Hand Feed Your Koi Fish

2010-03-28T21:42:00.000-07:00

Now that the weather is warming up and your fish are being a lot more active, why not learn to hand feed your koi fish? Training your koi fish to hand feed is easy with a little patience. It just takes time.

The key to gettting your fish to trust you is to start slow. It is all a process of working your way in.

First, you feed the fish and stand in the area nearby. Don't be loud or make sudden movements. Just be still, but be in their line of sight. You will need to do this until they are not hesitant with you around.

For the rest of the steps, visit how to hand feed your koi fish.

Your Koi Fish are Waking Up!

2010-03-23T12:17:00.000-07:00

You may have noticed that your koi fish are becoming much more active as the weather warms up. This is normal. When they become noticeably more active, you will have to feed them a bit more as they burn more energy. Remember, they are not built like us and can not store food for energy. They need to be fed accordingly.

Not only is this a time of more food, but it is a time that you will enjoy as your fish become more active, come toward the top of the pond more and are just more fun to watch!

Some basic tips: Koi Fish Ponds

Gifts for the Koi Fish or Koi Fish Pond Person

2009-11-25T08:49:00.000-08:00

With the fast approaching holidays, you may be looking for the perfect gift for the Koi Fish person you know. There are many items available featuring koi fish. This is largely due to the fact that the Koi Fish is a symbol of strength and good fortune. From bedding to jewelry, you can find just about anything. The Koi Fish Care guide here would be greatly appreciated as the koi fish owner wouldn't have to search for answers when he or she encounters a problem or has a question. There are a few gifts listed here at Koi Fish Ponds and Koi Care.

Feeding Koi Fish In Winter

2009-11-24T21:31:00.001-08:00

Winter is on it's way! Did you know that winter feeding is hugely different than during the warmer months? You do not need to feed your koi fish nearly the same amount. Koi fish will be very still in the winter and overfeeding during this time can make them sick.

Want more info: Read Feeding Koi Fish In Winter

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Winter Is On It's Way - Do You Know How to Care for Koi Fish in Winter?

2009-10-20T20:50:00.001-07:00

Koi fish act differently as the weather and temperatures change. During the summer, koi are not as active.

For more information about Feeding Koi Fish in Winter and other koi winter advice, visit Koi Winter Care.

Koi Pond Plants

2009-10-13T13:36:00.000-07:00

Almost as fun as choosing your koi fish is choosing your koi pond plants. Koi pond plants can add great beauty and a wonderful fragrance to your pond. From lillies to lotus plants, the possibilities are endless.

To find out more, see Koi Pond Plants.

Koi Fish Food

2009-10-06T20:23:00.000-07:00

Koi fish food is an easy topic to tackle as long as you familiarize yourself with a few basics.

Koi fish eat less in the winter as they don't burn up as many calories and like to eat a lot of small meals (up to 8!) in the summer when they are active.

Feeding Koi Fish in Winter can actually go down to as low as one time per day.

If you are going to feed your koi fish pellets, some recommend that you mix 2 or 3 brands to ensure your koi fish get their needed nutrients.

To learn more about koi fish food and feeding, read "Koi Fish Food".

Koi Fish Meanings, Types of Koi Fish Colors and Koi Fish Types

2009-10-01T20:03:00.001-07:00

Koi fish are often named for their colors. The japanes translation of a color or combination of colors is often designated as the name of the type of the fish. For example, Kohaku is one of the most popular types of koi fish and is red and white. Kohaku is the japanese translation for red and white.

For more types and colors of Koi Fish, visit Types of Koi Fish and Koi Fish Colors.

Koi Dealers

2009-09-29T19:45:00.000-07:00

Generally speaking, most koi fish dealers are honest and educated. A good koi fish dealer will be able to answer your questions.

Although most online koi fish dealers are honest and experts at online shipping, if you can find a good, local koi fish dealer that may be the way to go. The koi fish dealer should allow you to take a fish outside to examine it.

To read more about Koi Fish Dealers, read "The Best Koi Dealers - What To Expect".

Welcome to Koi Pond and Koi Fish Care!

2009-09-27T23:03:00.000-07:00

Here you will find all types of information to help you maintain a perfect and beautiful koi fish pond. From koi pond plants to choosing the right koi pond filter, we will cover all aspects of maintaining your koi pond. We will also offer information to keep your koi fish happy.

Want to know how to maintain your koi fish pond with minimal effort and MAXIMUM results? Click on the koi school book icon.