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Pet parents are always on the lookout for the best products for their pets—whether for cats, dogs, birds or reptiles. The Drs. Foster and Smith catalog is filled with food, treats, supplements and supplies to help keep your pets happy.
Doctors Foster and Smith—three veterinarians, Race and Rory Foster and Martin Smith—founded their pet supply company back in 1983 as a mail-order catalog selling dog vitamins and supplements. The three soon expanded their company to include cat and horse supplies to their repertoire before ultimately expanding to aquarium and reptile supplies, ferret accessories and more in the early 2000s.
From everyday items such as dog treats and chews to specialty Drs. Foster and Smith dog beds, ramps and other mobility aids, Drs. Foster and Smith is a trusted brand that helps pet parents provide for their dogs with great products. If you’re looking to get all the pet supplies you need, Drs. Foster and Smith can help with food, vitamins, furniture and more.
Doctors Foster and Smith also have a selection of cat food, treats, toys and more. If your kitty is picky about where they like to relax or do their business, explore our wide variety of cat furniture and litter boxes—you’re bound to find something to your cat’s preferences.
If you have exotic pets like saltwater fish, reptiles or birds, Drs. Foster and Smith pet supplies have you covered, whether your pet is small or large, furry or scaly. Each product is veterinarian-recommended, so you know your friend is getting something that is appropriate.
Nearly four decades in the business have allowed Drs. Foster and Smith establish themselves as a brand that pet parents can count on, and one which they regularly return to for all manner of pet supplies—from bare necessities to indulgent treats.
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Petco acquired Drs. Foster and Smith in 2015, and the company continues to offer veterinarian-backed products as part of Petco.
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Without anything to use for scale, it is hard for me to tell how big your tank is, but in general it seems very small. Also, the water that is in the tank appears very cloudy right now, so that would be the first place to start. Water quality is very important, and will make or break your ability to house and care for fish. I would recommend getting a good filter system (you can visit a local pet store to assist you with brands in your area, as I am not familiar with what you can get in India). Be sure to bring the measurements (height, length, width) of your tank, or the gallons or liters so they can tell you what capacity of filter you will need. Everything else will depend on what types of fish you get - if you plan on getting multiple fish, they will need to be small - a general rule of thumb is one square inch of fish per gallon of water. Depending on the species you get, you may need to also get a bubbler to ensure there is enough oxygen in the water for them, and you will also
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Check the water chemistry. Confirm ammonia and nitrite levels are 0.25ppm or less and nitrates are 40ppm or less. Use a liquid test kit or submit a sample for testing. Most pet stores or aquarists will do this for free or for a small fee. Partial water changes, about 30% can be done to decrease high levels. Use only aged or conditioned water that is temperature matched to prevent further stress or shock. My preferences for water conditioning are AmQuel Plus and NovAqua in addition to StressCoat. Confirm water temperature between 78F and 80F. You can soak pellets in some garlic juice to stimulate his appetite.
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Some iron is necessary for a healthy aquarium, but too much can promote algae growth or impart an unsightly yellow or orange tinge to the water. Reverse osmosis (RO) filters are deal for removing mineral and heavy metals from water but they can be prohibitively expensive. Buying RO water from a local market or pet store is also a possibility but not economically feasible if you have a large tank. The best option may be a Polyfilter, which can be purchased in the local pet store or online. These filters will remove iron or other metals/chemicals and must be changed monthly or quarterly. You can also buy a water conditioner that will precipitate out some of the iron which can then be removed by mechanical filtration. An example of just one is Rid Metals (by Kordon). Follow label directions carefully, perform regular water changes and monitor iron levels with a home test kit or by submitting a water sample for testing.
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I would recommend to have the water completely changed. New water should be ideally submitted for quality testing. Most pet stores will do this for free or a nominal fee. High ammonia levels, PH imbalances may be responsible for that as well. Oxygen concentration and quality of the filters should be determined as well. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Water conditioning can be complicated and I recommend to stop by your local aquarium store. They are most often familiar with the local water quality and can give recommendations specific to your location. Some areas need buffering solutions to help control things like the water pH. Here are a few links which may help answer some of your questions about water condition: https://www.aqueon.com/articles/freshwater-aquarium-water-quality https://www.petcoach.co/article/aquarium-water-management-alkalinity-vs-water-hardness/ Before moving your goldfish, make sure all the conditions are appropriate for goldfish: https://www.aqueon.com/information/care-sheets/goldfish https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-help-your-new-goldfish-thrive/ I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.
Updated on August 12th, 2025