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Is it okay for my axie to have forward gills when I'm changing the water? There is quite a bit more movement around him, but I try to not move the water as much as possible. I'm still new to axies and I know this is a sign of stress. My axie is still new and I'm doing about 20% (or less) changes every day for my water while it cycles. Since I've done this for about two weeks, I'm going to change the water changes to every other day. I just wanted to make sure that a stressed axie is normal while it's still adjusting, I just don't want to make any mistakes. Thanks for the help in advance!
 
Yes, excessive water currents and movement during water changes can stress an axie. However, they will also quickly settle down after everything is done. It is quite normal and expected.
 
I think I must have the laziest, stress free axie ever! When I'm siphoning the water out with the vacuum, which creates quite a stir in the water, he doesn't panic at all! He'd rather chase the siphon, and my fingers!:rofl:
 
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