Axolotl rehome

[ZeroXero]

Hello,

So last year I was gifted an axolotl. I already have a fish tank and was building a new tank for different fish when my sister in her infinite wisdom convinced my wife I’d want one. Now I didn’t even know anything about them and the more I looked up the more annoyed I got. My intention was to try build a low maintenance tank for tetras but when she sent the axolotl all the work I’d done up to that point had to go down the drain to care for it. So I’ve researched and reviewed how to take care of it and it’s thriving (I think it is anyway) pretty well. However he we are a little over a year out and I still feel the same way I did when it showed up. The little dude is cool as heck but it’s not something I wanted or want. Does anyone know where I can give the little dude to ensure it’s still cared for and allowed to live a full, healthy, and happy life. If I have to hold on to him I will because I refuse to send him somewhere he can’t be happy and healthy.

 

[NKmememachine]

That's a tough situation to be in. I would recommend listing it on a local classifieds site if possible. You can also put him on the for sale in the USA section here on the forum. This is an especially good option if you are comfortable shipping it. There may also be a local social media group you could post it onto to rehome it there. If your sister got the axolotl from a breeder, you may be able to convince the breeder to take him back. One last option would be to donate or sell it to a local pet store. Sometimes they will buy or at least take in unwanted pets. Maybe you could even trade it in for the fish you want! That all depends on the store though.

I hope this helps! Hopefully you find a good home for him soon!