Author: Dr. Erik Johnson

Dr Erik Johnson is a Marietta, Georgia Veterinarian with a practice in small animal medicine. He graduated from University of Georgia with his Doctorate in 1991. Dr Johnson is the author of several texts on Koi and Pond Fish Health and Disease as well as numerous articles on dog and cat health topics.
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Oct
2019

TREMATODE PARASITES/FLUKES

Flukes are the NUMBER ONE cause of Ulcer Disease in Koi and Goldfish. They are the principle…

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Oct
2019

Chilodonella Symptoms and Treatment

Chilodonella is one of the hottest fish killers there is. It’s a ciliated protozoan parasite. Under the…

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Oct
2019

Copper Use in Marine Systems

Seachem Cuprimine is the superior copper treatment. To treat most parasites in Marine systems, consider copper a…

15
Oct
2019

How To Buy Healthy Fish And Avoid Sick Ones

This article pertains MOSTLY to koi and pond fish. But most of the recommendations hold for goldfish…

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Oct
2019

Siamese Fighting Fish, Bettas and Their Care

For ages people have been asking me about Bettas, or Siamese Fighting Fish. And I have not…

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Oct
2019

Stellar English Bulldog – Canine Ideal Body Condition & Weight

This is Chubbs – Chubbs is being managed by his owner for a life-prolonging weight The things to…

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Oct
2019

Bacterial Infections @ Finrot in Fish for Retailers

Pet store owners — this is for you. Bacterial Infections @ Finrot in Fish for Retailers If…

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Oct
2019

A Favorite Freshwater Tropical: The Serpae Tetra

Excellent fish for beginners, nearly unkillable. And fairly pretty. Name Serpae Tetra Introduction: This hardy tetra is…

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Oct
2019

Freshwater Dips in Marine Fish Disease Cases

This pertains to SALT WATER fish. Freshwater dips. I want you to be cognizant of the following…

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Oct
2019

Formalin in Koi Ponds, Fish Tanks How to use Formalin:

Try not to leave Formalin in a system unless you have to. Don’t use formalin in very…

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Oct
2019

Setting Up A New Community Tank – For Beginners

This article concerns the selection, purchase, and set up of a tank for fish – geared to…