Doctor's office tank, oh so bad. - Page 2

sloshesv · 03/29/2006, 09:17 AM

This is why I don't keep a tank in my office. I would be too worried about kids throwing crap in or torturing the critters. It's just a bad idea, IMO.

whiteshark · 03/29/2006, 09:21 AM

Call the tang police and get this guy locked up!!!!!

This is a sad story. I agree CeeGee. You should at least have to take some kinda class and get a certificate that says you are capable of taking care of these animals. It could be an online class and you could print a certificate if you pass....

Ocicat · 03/29/2006, 10:49 AM

Isn't the primary problem probably not the water conditions but the volume & stress related to that? That seems like a lot of large tangs for a 90-gal. Unfortunately it might be harder to convince the doctor that not only does his maintenance company stink, but he really shouldn't have all of those big, pretty fish in there to begin with.

Also, as has been mentioned, if he cares that little about these creatures, I would question his compassion in general. Of all people, a doctor should care that every creature is well cared for.

Ti · 03/29/2006, 11:32 AM

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Originally posted by sloshesv
This is why I don't keep a tank in my office. I would be too worried about kids throwing crap in or torturing the critters. It's just a bad idea, IMO.

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sloshesv · 03/29/2006, 12:36 PM

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Kids are ingenious and devious by nature. I just say no.

teo241 · 03/29/2006, 01:12 PM

wait a minute here!!

isn't the quality of the tank more reflective of the service taking care of it in this case?

i'm not absolving them of all responsiblity but i doubt that a busy pediatrician has time to maintain a tank in the office, and see 50-60 patients each day.

i think its quick to judge that an overstocked tank means that this person doesn't care! maybe they just shouldn't have a tank in the office.

my thoughts..

whiteshark · 03/29/2006, 02:10 PM

When I say get the guy locked up, I mean whoever is taking care of the tank. It is obvious that he doesn't have the time to maintain the tank and run his business at the same time. That being said, if the doctor is not taking steps to correct the situation in the tank, like hiring a new tank keeper or listening to suggestions from others with SW tanks ect..., he is just as much to blame.

I think that when the receptionist said "If those fish die he (the tank keeper) will just replace them" is very indicative of the situation. They obviously don't care about the fish or think of them as anything more than decorations.

FishWife1 · 03/29/2006, 02:19 PM

To the doctor and his staff the tank is just a decoration, something to keep the kiddies amused while they wait.

I would find out the name of the maintenance service and call and have a long talk with them. Tell them that you are going to recommend another service to the doctor or (and this is only if you have the time) offer your own services. You obviously know way more than the "professionals" caring for the tank now. Donate the many inappropriate fish to a local aquarium or to someone who has a huge tank and stock only with fish that will thrive in the tank. Ask the doc to compensate you by free visits for your children or something.

I realize that may be way too much for you to attempt but it may be an option - who knows, it could turn into a new career

Laurie

itstheantitang · 03/29/2006, 02:37 PM

Just think of how many patients want a tank like that after seeing it...Meaning to get a tank and overstock/overtang it like the doctors

bigredwalk · 03/29/2006, 03:13 PM

thatÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s nothing you should have saw the last petco I Visited

JaMan · 03/29/2006, 03:54 PM

The real problem (most of the time) is the office wants a tank but expects it to remain perfect with only monthly cleaning visits.

whiteshark · 03/29/2006, 04:01 PM

Thats why they should have to get some kind of certificate that says they know what they are getting into and what goes into the care of a SW tank. There could be a class that you have to pass. When you pass, you get a diploma which you can frame and hang above your tank.

That is not to say that the doctor would have time, but at least he would know if something is wrong. Also, who would take a class for something if they didn't really plan on getting into the hobby? Doing this would eliminate people who are not ready and those who start too fast.

03/29/2006, 09:17 AM	#26
sloshesv Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: ft myers, fl Posts: 723	This is why I don't keep a tank in my office. I would be too worried about kids throwing crap in or torturing the critters. It's just a bad idea, IMO. __________________ It's just sloshesv, your Honor Current Tank Info: 55 gallon reef, 20 gal seahorse and leaf fish

03/29/2006, 09:21 AM	#27
whiteshark Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Bethlehem, PA Posts: 3,024	Call the tang police and get this guy locked up!!!!! This is a sad story. I agree CeeGee. You should at least have to take some kinda class and get a certificate that says you are capable of taking care of these animals. It could be an online class and you could print a certificate if you pass.... __________________ Deep Blue 60 gallon cube: Setup in progress.

03/29/2006, 10:49 AM	#28
Ocicat Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: St. Louis, Mo Posts: 1,049	Isn't the primary problem probably not the water conditions but the volume & stress related to that? That seems like a lot of large tangs for a 90-gal. Unfortunately it might be harder to convince the doctor that not only does his maintenance company stink, but he really shouldn't have all of those big, pretty fish in there to begin with. Also, as has been mentioned, if he cares that little about these creatures, I would question his compassion in general. Of all people, a doctor should care that every creature is well cared for. __________________ Everything floats down here. Current Tank Info: Entirely hypothetical

03/29/2006, 01:12 PM	#31
teo241 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: wisconsin Posts: 339	wait a minute here!! isn't the quality of the tank more reflective of the service taking care of it in this case? i'm not absolving them of all responsiblity but i doubt that a busy pediatrician has time to maintain a tank in the office, and see 50-60 patients each day. i think its quick to judge that an overstocked tank means that this person doesn't care! maybe they just shouldn't have a tank in the office. my thoughts.. __________________ 360, 75, 45

03/29/2006, 02:10 PM	#32
whiteshark Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Bethlehem, PA Posts: 3,024	When I say get the guy locked up, I mean whoever is taking care of the tank. It is obvious that he doesn't have the time to maintain the tank and run his business at the same time. That being said, if the doctor is not taking steps to correct the situation in the tank, like hiring a new tank keeper or listening to suggestions from others with SW tanks ect..., he is just as much to blame. I think that when the receptionist said "If those fish die he (the tank keeper) will just replace them" is very indicative of the situation. They obviously don't care about the fish or think of them as anything more than decorations. __________________ Deep Blue 60 gallon cube: Setup in progress.

03/29/2006, 02:19 PM	#33
FishWife1 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Cameron, NC Posts: 288	To the doctor and his staff the tank is just a decoration, something to keep the kiddies amused while they wait. I would find out the name of the maintenance service and call and have a long talk with them. Tell them that you are going to recommend another service to the doctor or (and this is only if you have the time) offer your own services. You obviously know way more than the "professionals" caring for the tank now. Donate the many inappropriate fish to a local aquarium or to someone who has a huge tank and stock only with fish that will thrive in the tank. Ask the doc to compensate you by free visits for your children or something. I realize that may be way too much for you to attempt but it may be an option - who knows, it could turn into a new career Laurie __________________ Ummmmmm.... Current Tank Info: 30 gal. cube, 2 large BTAs, pair of pink skunks, 1 seahorse, various softies and lps

03/29/2006, 02:37 PM	#34
itstheantitang Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 477	Just think of how many patients want a tank like that after seeing it...Meaning to get a tank and overstock/overtang it like the doctors __________________ Ignore the smoke and smile...

03/29/2006, 03:13 PM	#35
bigredwalk Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: norman oklahoma Posts: 70	thatÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s nothing you should have saw the last petco I Visited

03/29/2006, 03:54 PM	#36
JaMan Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 147	The real problem (most of the time) is the office wants a tank but expects it to remain perfect with only monthly cleaning visits.

03/29/2006, 04:01 PM	#37
whiteshark Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Bethlehem, PA Posts: 3,024	Thats why they should have to get some kind of certificate that says they know what they are getting into and what goes into the care of a SW tank. There could be a class that you have to pass. When you pass, you get a diploma which you can frame and hang above your tank. That is not to say that the doctor would have time, but at least he would know if something is wrong. Also, who would take a class for something if they didn't really plan on getting into the hobby? Doing this would eliminate people who are not ready and those who start too fast. __________________ Deep Blue 60 gallon cube: Setup in progress.