Plan Your Aquarium with Pet Aqua's Stocking Calculator
Introducing Pet Aqua's Fish Stocking and Aquarium Planner
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We're thrilled to announce that we've been busy developing our very own fish stocking and aquarium planner – a tool designed specifically to help both new and experienced fishkeepers in Medway, Kent, and beyond!
Three Decades of Aquatics Expertise
Having worked in various pet stores over the past 30 years, we've learnt a great deal about the common pitfalls of aquarium keeping. We've witnessed countless enthusiasts drop in and out of this wonderful hobby, often due to avoidable mistakes that could have been prevented with proper guidance.
Why We Created This Tool
Keeping fish can be incredibly fun and rewarding, but it can also be upsetting and even devastating when things go wrong. At Pet Aqua, we understand the heartache that comes with beginner's mistakes, which is why we've designed this innovative planning tool. By combining our decades of aquatics expertise with intelligent technology, we aim to help you plan and stock your aquarium successfully – without the stress and disappointment.
What Our Aquarium Planner Offers
Our fish stocking calculator will help you:
Plan your aquarium setup with confidence
Determine compatible fish species for your tank
Calculate safe stocking levels for your aquarium size
Avoid common fishkeeping mistakes
Get a ballpark figure of how many fish you can safely keep
A Word of Advice
Whilst this tool is clever and will massively help in most cases, we must add that there may be some fish that could be incompatible with each other in specific circumstances. We always recommend doing additional research for your particular setup. However, our planner will give you an excellent starting point and a solid understanding of what you can and can't stock in your aquarium.
Visit Pet Aqua in Medway, Kent
As your local aquatics specialists in Medway, Kent, we're here to support your fishkeeping journey every step of the way. Whether you're setting up your first tropical fish tank or expanding your existing collection, our team is ready to offer expert advice and quality fish supplies.
How to Use Pet Aqua's Aquarium Planner: A Complete Walkthrough
Welcome to our step-by-step guide on using Pet Aqua's innovative fish stocking calculator. Follow this simple walkthrough to plan your perfect aquarium setup!
Step 1: Enter Your Aquarium Volume
Start by adding the water volume your aquarium holds. You have a choice of measurement units:
Litres
US Gallons
UK Gallons
Once you've entered the volume, your chosen measurement will appear in a confirmation box below, making it easy to verify your aquarium size.
Step 2: Select Your Water Type and Temperature
Choose from three water and fish type options:
Tropical – for warmwater species
Coldwater – perfect for goldfish and other coldwater fish
Temperate – for species that prefer moderate temperatures
You can then set your preferred temperature display in either:
Fahrenheit
Celsius
Step 3: Choose Your Measurement Units
Select your preferred measurement for fish sizes:
Inches
Centimetres
Step 4: Select Your Stocking Rules
Choose from three stocking rule options depending on your filtration system and experience level:
Conservative (Safest) – recommended for beginners and standard filtration
Moderate – for well-maintained systems with good filtration
UK Traditional – for experienced fishkeepers with excellent filtration. This is out dated, we have added to compare set ups.
Top Tip: You can switch between stocking rules at any time. It's quite interesting to see how far apart each rule is and how important it is to give fish the space they deserve for healthy, happy living.
Step 5: Monitor Your Bio Load
Once you've chosen your credentials, you'll see information boxes displaying:
Bio load levels
Amount of fish stocked
Remaining capacity
These update automatically as you add fish to your aquarium plan.
Step 6: Start Adding Fish
Now the fun begins! Browse our database of over 100 popular aquarium fish species commonly available at aquatics shops in Medway and throughout Kent.
As you add each fish, you'll receive:
Group Requirements – advice on whether the fish needs to be kept in a school or group
Compatibility Warnings – alerts if the fish may not be compatible with others you've added
Size Recommendations – NEW FEATURE! Advice if your selected fish is too small or too large for your chosen aquarium
Watch the bio load and stocking bar increase as you add fish, helping you visualise your aquarium's capacity.
Step 7: Add Custom Fish (Optional)
Can't find a fish you want in our database? No problem! Use the Custom Tab to add your own:
Fill in the required information boxes
Tick the custom fish characteristics
Add to your personal database
Note: Custom fish entries only appear in your own planner and won't show up online, so you can name them anything you like!
Need Help? We're Here for You
If you have any issues or need advice whilst using our aquarium planner, please don't hesitate to call us at Pet Aqua:
📞 01634 849361
We're open every day and would love to hear your feedback on our new fish stocking tool!
Visit Pet Aqua – Your Local Aquatics Experts in Medway, Kent
Whether you're planning your first tropical fish tank or expanding your existing aquarium collection, we're here to help. Pop into our shop for expert advice, quality fish, and all your aquatics supplies.
Pet Aqua – Making fishkeeping easier in Medway, Kent