This disease will usually attack a sore or abrasion … If your loaches are eating a nitrous and healthy amounts and still seems to loose weight it is a good chance it has skinny disease. by JWhipple » Wed Dec 13, 2006 3:40 pm, Post How are they doing now? I work today and I want to pick up some medication that may help him. by JWhipple » Wed Dec 13, 2006 1:09 pm, Post They died about 5 days later after showing no signs of being ill,now my smallest clown that i have had for 2 months has just died. I wanted to get some more clowns because I thought they would be happier in a larger group. by JWhipple » Wed Dec 13, 2006 5:50 pm, Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 48 guests. This is caused by internal parasites and can be treated with medication if used carefully. One of the two remaining is also skinny. Assuming its skinny disease. The very term "Skinny Disease" is improper, it is a symptom. If your clown loach is infected by ich, it might show up certain symptoms like white spots on the body. The best treatment for clown fishes diseases is sometimes as simple as slowly raising the temperature (sudden changes in water temperature can do more harm that good) to between 85F and 90F for up to 7-10 days. The best treatment for clown fishes diseases is sometimes as simple as slowly raising the temperature (sudden changes in water temperature can do more harm that good) to between 85F and 90F for up to 7-10 days. Then you just discovered the greatest community of like-minded people anywhere. His breathing seems pretty normal actually. on it's own pump. Praziquental is primarily designed for flukes, and tape worms/nematodes. Looks like all the anti-parasite meds they have specifically state to not use on Loaches or other sensitive fish. Are you interested in Loaches? That's. Come learn from our membership's vast experience! I don't see any reference on either medication for "skinny disease" though. Do you think you might be a Loachaholic? I first noticed it last night so thought I would check that the loach is eating....seems to be in small amounts, I was worried about the other fish snatching up all the food, but I always have cucmber in the tank for the fish to nibble on so the loach is not skinny because it is starving to death. PraziPro or Tetra Parasite Guard seem to be recommenced for a broader spectrum of worms, etc. This video is unavailable. What is skinny disease? Thanks Post by Alex... » Thu Sep 17, 2020 10:36 am Hi There, 3 of my clown loaches are suffering severely from skinny disease, I have tried blue planet's fluke worm treatment, as well as melafix and nothing is working. In this case, as the name suggests, your Clown Loach lose weight dramatically even after being fed fair amount of food. Watch Queue Queue. Do you like them? I have moved them to a quarantine tank and am treating with maracyn and maracyn 2. My clown loach are dying! I have 2 large peices of driftwood. The other loach is looking really well and filled out with beautiful colours but this guy is quite pale now and you can see his backbone too easily - when you look at him from above - it looks like a knife!! This forum is for all health-related questions on Loaches and other freshwater fish. The chances are that the loaches are already infected with Ich or skinny diseases. From what I understand this is a fast paced bacterial disease. I know clown loaches can stay still for a long time and appear dead, but he didn't look well at all. But I have had him less than a month. Do you think you might be a Loachaholic? The reason I ask is that I have two clown loaches bought approx three weeks apart (bought two together, one died it was replaced a few weeks later), and one has grown really well, filled out and is a good colour. As well as following every cure guide on every forum. Your clown grows emaciated, despite a normal appetite. Treatment with Kusuri wormer was key to success. Loaches, having almost no scales, tend to acquire illnesses easily. by shari2 » Wed Dec 13, 2006 5:44 pm, Post https://plecoplanet.com/health/how-to-t ... nus-worms/. Caused by internal parasites, you need to consult a veterinarian if your fish contract this disease. Reommended treatments that show up are levimasol, api general cure , metro soaked food. The most common problem you’ll have to deal with is Ich. Ichthyophthirius (Ich) Clown loaches are susceptible different kinds of diseases, Ich primarily, but also other parasites, like fin rot and velvet. The second issue is regarded as skinny diseases and is an illness that is the internal infestation. Do you like them? I have heard of them getting skinny disease but cant seem to find any pictures! The second most common thing that affects loaches is a thing called skinny disease. Early signs all the way to serious cachexia. Clown loaches are susceptible different kinds of diseases, Ich primarily, but also other parasites, like fin rot and velvet. clown loach skinny disease? Another, possibly 2, have it now. Another common issue is called Skinny Disease. Be careful over choice of treatment, as some brands claim to be hazardous to Clown loaches, although no literature details why this may be the case. That poor loach will likely not recover; he seems very far gone. Personally, I'm not 100% sure but it's probably the first thing to treat for. So after a bit of research I heard about 'skinny disease', and it appears that may be what is wrong with him. If your Pond Loach has it, you must quarantine them immediately and provide treatment in a separate tank. The other is I think the same size as when I got him. Is his respiration any faster than the other fish? There is a skinnyish clown loach in main tank as well. http://forums.loaches.com/viewtopic.php?t=534. by Alex... » Thu Sep 17, 2020 6:36 am, Post This mode of human infection is much more common than infection from exposure to infected tropical fish tanks. This can be diagnosed fairly easily. Ich is a parasitic disease that easily spreads to other fish. Another major disease that they get hit by is the Skinny Disease. Skinny disease is not a disease, being skinny is generally a symptom of an internal issue of one type or another. He's very very skinny. I have 6 clown loach ranging from 1" upto 4". First thing one has to do is figure out what the exact issue is, as each medication is designed for specific issues. by shazam26 » Wed Dec 13, 2006 3:20 am, Post Dwarf chain loaches are also susceptible to flukes and worms. Is it contagious? Watch Queue Queue A lot of newly imported clown loaches are prone to this illness especially the ones that are kept in high concentrations. It is also caused by an intestinal parasite. Sun Mar 12, 2017 8:19 pm. Skinny disease is not always recoverable, and loaches are particularly prone. The first is known as ich (short for ichthyophthirius), a disease caused by a parasite that results in small white speckles across the surface of the fish. If you search for skinny/wasting disease in loaches there are heaps of forums / sites about it. Used to describe an illness that presents with fish who become progressively skinny. Are there any signs to look for to know if your clown loach is sick? From what I can tell parasites, internal one's, are passed on if the loaches eat of the infected corpse. by shari2 » Wed Dec 13, 2006 9:21 am, Post It does better address the fact that it is a concatenation of issues that leads fish to look skinny. Animals can waste away as a symptom of disease even if eating reasonably well. -- Light is faster than sound... Perhaps that explains why some people appear to be intelligent - until we hear them speak! You can treat the infestation with medication but read the label carefully. Human epidemics of granulomatous skin disease have occurred from swimming in infected water. Thank you, thank you, thank you chefkeith! by shari2 » Mon Dec 11, 2006 10:59 pm, Post i have lost one to the disease and now another is showing symptoms, any help appreciated. 40 Posts #4 • Dec 14, 2008. Post I found one treatment that focuses on parasites that manifest with white stringy poop. He is very skinny and hasn't been gaining any weight at all. I have extra oxygenation by way of a bubble bar already (as silly as it sounds, I love having a bubble curtain in the back of all my tanks!) Do you love them? We all know that precaution is better than cure. If you could give me step by step instructions as to how to sort this out would appreciate it! The disease shows itself as a consistent loss of weight, paying little attention to how much nourishment the fish eats. 'Skinny Disease' is a term that is applied to what amounts to 'Chronic Wasting Syndrome'. by mikev » Wed Dec 13, 2006 9:10 am, Post While purchasing your clown loaches be vigilant; if you see any dead fish in the tank or the fish looks too skinny, stay away from that tank. The guy who I bought the loaches off of had a deal and it was something like 3 for the price of 2 so I assumed 3 alone would be OK. by Alex... » Sat Oct 03, 2020 3:57 am, Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 9 guests. This can be diagnosed fairly easily. Final Thoughts: Clown Loach is a funny species that can make an excellent addition to any peaceful community tank. The forum for the very best information on loaches of all types. by shari2 » Wed Dec 13, 2006 2:04 pm, Post I have had three clown loachs for about two years now, one 2", one 3" and one 4". Post In more academic circles the term "Chronic Wasting Syndrome" is employed. Are you interested in Loaches? The term "Skinny Disease" has been around in the hobby for a long time. Update: It's a form of parasitic worm that lives in the intestines of … Clown loaches are also prone to “skinny disease” or “knife back disease.” This results from a protozoan infestation. If so, increase the oxygenation in the tank either with an airstone or by dropping the water level to allow the surface to splash while we try to sort this out. Been dealing with a black spot, skin issue over the last couple weeks. has anyone dealt with skinny disease in clown loaches in the uk. They are doing slightly better, I have moved my healthy clown loach into my main tank so he is safe from any parasites. Do you love them? by chefkeith » Mon Dec 11, 2006 7:45 pm, Post by shari2 » Wed Dec 13, 2006 5:34 pm, Post You can identify it through the white lesions that form on the fish’s skin. by shari2 » Sat Dec 09, 2006 8:50 am, Post Skinny Disease. They were doing great for all that time, plump and happy. Then you just discovered the greatest community of like-minded people anywhere. Is it ok to treat the fish while in a tank with others? Could you give me a little info on this disease? The second issue, childishly referred to as 'skinny disease', is most likely an internal, Spironucleus type of infestation. As for my unwell loaches, I am leaving them for some time to see whether they recover after their dose. I bought three new clowns all at 2". couple questions. by mikev » Wed Dec 13, 2006 2:35 pm, Post Anyone with pics of fish that you think may have/had skinny disease/CWS please post them here. Clown loach skinny disease - 11/09/06 First off, thanks for the wonderful website, I love reading it! A simple way to diagnose this ailment is watching the clown's eating habits. Skinny disease is best treated with a dewormer such as fenbendazole or levamisole. I read that once a loach starts getting skinny there's no ... May 9, 2007 12,102 9,501 3,330 61 Northwest Canada. Is it safe to treat for parasites at the same time? Yup I knew about clown loach and I know a guy who will be happy to take them off of me when they outgrow their space. Aug 17, 2014 #8 Your loach may not even have worms. Fish are initially eating, and behaving normally, but losing weight, and eventually, left untreated, it leads to death. The disease causes visible white spots all over the body. by Vivo » Fri Oct 02, 2020 12:19 pm, Post The reading you have been doing is correct. Q. I've been doing a lot of research myself. There are two primary diseases that afflict botia. Once again, look at your purchase source carefully before you bring your fish home. Another common affliction of clown loaches is "skinny disease". It’s a highly contagious disease. The second illness is known as skinny disease. They can leach nutrients from the fish, resulting in something aquarists call “skinny disease.” Basically, it’s a parasitic infection. A fish vet who keeps clown loaches himself told me "skinny disease" was caused by nematodes. Skinny disease will wipe out all your loaches. If the clown loaches in your aquarium are eating healthy amounts of nutritious food, but are still losing weight then they may have "skinny disease". Yikes, that clown loach is skinny alright.. Never seen one like that.. To try and attempt to treat the skinny disease, I'd say you should use Maracyn one and Maracyn II medication and medicated de-worming fish flakes in combination (make sure the medicated flakes are all eaten, if not, remove..) for the clown loach separated in a 10 gallon hospital tank; that is what I would do. Levamasole seems to be recommended a lot, but it seems to target smaller amount of worm types and not parasites. The second most common thing that affects loaches is a thing called skinny disease. This is caused by internal parasites and can be treated with medication if used carefully. by JWhipple » Wed Dec 13, 2006 1:26 pm, Post Hi tanker, Brian.. Yeah true.. but guys, honestly I would think a 10 gallon would suffice if the clown loach is small enough 4"-5" like the ones Dave has; and the tank is provided with some plastic plants and rocks to provide a bit of hiding and security would help with the clowns being skittish. 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