{"title":"Fish Stress Relief \u0026 Recovery","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHelp Your Fish Recover \u0026amp; Thrive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFish stress is one of the leading causes of disease and death in home aquariums. Whether triggered by water changes, transport, new tank introductions, handling or poor water quality, stress weakens a fish's immune system and leaves it vulnerable to infection. Our fish stress relief and recovery range includes water conditioners and slime coat treatments to calm fish quickly and support natural healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Causes Stress in Fish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater changes\u003c\/strong\u003e — sudden shifts in temperature, pH or chemistry can shock fish even during routine maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew tank introductions\u003c\/strong\u003e — adding fish to an unfamiliar environment or an established community triggers stress responses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransport \u0026amp; handling\u003c\/strong\u003e — being netted, bagged or moved disrupts a fish's protective slime coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAggression \u0026amp; overcrowding\u003c\/strong\u003e — territorial behaviour and competition for space are common stressors in community tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoor water quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — elevated ammonia, nitrite or chlorine levels cause chronic stress and gill damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Do Stress Relief Treatments Work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost fish stress relief products work by replenishing or protecting the natural slime coat — the mucus layer that shields fish from pathogens, regulates osmosis and aids in healing. Ingredients like Aloe Vera are scientifically proven to reduce fish stress and promote tissue regeneration, making them ideal for use during water changes, after injury or when introducing new fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our range of fish stress relief and recovery treatments trusted by Australian aquarium keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"api-stress-coat-30ml","title":"API Stress Coat Water Conditioner 30ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eAPI - Stress Coat Freshwater Aquarium Water Conditioner treats your tap water, and provides a safe environment for freshwater fish instantly and easily with. Tap water contains chlorine, chloramines and ammonia which can cause gill and tissue damage, breathing difficulty, stress and death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPI Stress Coat Aquarium Water Conditioner works instantly as a water conditioner to remove chlorine and chloramines from tap water and neutralize heavy metals. API Stress Coat Freshwater Aquarium Water Conditioner Treatment contains aloe vera, and it is scientifically proven to reduce fish stress by 40% and heal damaged fish tissue. This conditioner replaces the natural secretion of slime that is interrupted by handling, shipping, fish fighting, or other forms of stress and helps heal torn fins and skin wounds while promoting tissue regeneration. It is recommended by professional fish handlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor over 50 years, API has been creating innovative, research-driven solutions that make it easier to care for your fish and aquarium. API Aquarium Treatment Supplies are designed to work in conjunction with each other to provide best results to control algae, promote healthy bacterial growth and help control and cure fish diseases and conditions such as ich and fin rot. They work to provide a safe, hospitable environment for fish such as tropical community fish, cichlids, goldfish and more. With API, you can spend more time admiring your fish, and less time scrubbing your tank. Make sure to use all products as directed in order to ensure the best results.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"1oz","offer_id":5165438980,"sku":"317163010853","price":12.79,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/2541\/products\/APH14a.jpg?v=1508451628"},{"product_id":"api-stress-coat-473ml","title":"API Stress Coat Water Conditioner 473ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eAPI - Stress Coat Freshwater Aquarium Water Conditioner treats your tap water, and provides a safe environment for freshwater fish instantly and easily with. 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It is recommended by professional fish handlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor over 50 years, API has been creating innovative, research-driven solutions that make it easier to care for your fish and aquarium. API Aquarium Treatment Supplies are designed to work in conjunction with each other to provide best results to control algae, promote healthy bacterial growth and help control and cure fish diseases and conditions such as ich and fin rot. They work to provide a safe, hospitable environment for fish such as tropical community fish, cichlids, goldfish and more. With API, you can spend more time admiring your fish, and less time scrubbing your tank. 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This works instantly as a water conditioner to remove chlorine and chloramines from tap water and neutralize heavy metals. It contains aloe vera, and it is scientifically proven to reduce fish stress by 40% and heal damaged fish tissue. This conditioner replaces the natural secretion of slime that is interrupted by handling, shipping, fish fighting, or other forms of stress and helps heal torn fins and skin wounds while promoting tissue regeneration. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAPI Aquarium Treatment Supplies are designed to work in conjunction with each other to provide best results to control algae, promote healthy bacterial growth and help control and cure fish diseases and conditions such as ich and fin rot. They work to provide a safe, hospitable environment for fish such as tropical community fish, cichlids, goldfish and more. With API, you can spend more time admiring your fish, and less time scrubbing your tank. 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API POND STRESS COAT water conditioner instantly removes chlorine as it conditions tap water, and should be used when setting up a pond, adding new fish, or changing pond water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"sect2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion2id\" class=\"Accordion-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen adding water to the pond: add 120 ml. for each 480 gallons of pond water. When introducing fish to the pond and to promote healing: double the dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does API POND STRESS COAT™ water conditioner do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPI POND STRESS COAT water conditioner removes chlorine and neutralizes chloramines and heavy metals. 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