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How to properly set up a goldfish tank, add decor, and new fish?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Fish | Gold Fish

I would like to know how I can make my goldfish live the longest possible life they can and how to add more decor after I added the water and conditioning today and I am going to go get my fishies I think I am going to go with two but how to properly add them to the tank

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on November 2nd, 2019

Gold fish can make great fish but they can live up to 25 years and require a large tank that may need to be upgraded if they grow too large. Do get at least 2 fish. Here are some links which may help: https://www.petcoach.co/article/chewing-in-puppies-how-to-control-it/ https://www.aqueon.com/information/care-sheets/goldfish https://www.hartz.com/how-to-introduce-new-fish-into-your-aquarium-tank/ I hope this helps and congrats on your new pets!

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