How to hold a feisty Koi?
Hi folks. We have a 3 kg 2.5 foot butterfly Koi, very feisty, who does not appreciate receiving the Tricide Neo spray treatment outside of the tank. Vet prescribed it, pond parameters are great, etc. The problem is that (as always happens on the weekend) we’re having trouble containing her long enough to administer it and let it stay on for a minute or so. She flops all over the place and we don’t want to hurt her – yesterday she bumped against the end of the tray and broke two pieces of her tail off. Does anyone know any good resources/videos on how to do this? I’ve handled/medicated several Koi medically, but she is tough!
I would love to just use this in the net in the 500 gallon holding tank, but my understanding is that this medication will kill the filter bacteria. Does anyone know otherwise?
Thank you!