Greetings from Perth,WA

[Striker]

Hi Guys,
I'm now the proud owner of my Axlotl "OJ" since christmas 2010. My first real pet and I hope that with you guys help I will be able to take real good care of him. Looking forward to being a part of the community.:happy:

 

[RobM]

Hey welcome to the forum!
How are you finding OJ? Is he settling in nicely?

 

[Striker]

Thanks Rob
I'm finding myself becoming quiet attached to him:happy:. Worried about a lot of stuff though...mainly tank cooling in the hot perth weather (for which I'm using frozen bottles of water for) and his tank (Its currently just sand and a large rock in the center). The rock provides his hiding places but it is pretty rough, he hasnt hurt himself on it thus far and im hoping it stays that way..

 

[RobM]

Ah cooling can be a big problem! hopefully you'll be able to find some good ideas on the forum. Could you not wear down the sharp edges?

 

[Striker]

An update on OJ
He is settling in quiet well, I have worn down the rock edges and outfitted his tank with plants and river rocks. So far he appears to be very happy. I'm hoping that trend continues. Cooling with ice bottles seems to be working as well. Thanks for your advice Rob

 

[Bellabelloo]

Welcome to the forum and possible axolotl addiction.

How about posting us some pictures in the axolotl section of OJ and his new home. Would love to see him .