API Pond Pond Salt 145 oz. (MPN 156)

An all-natural salt, derived from evaporated sea water, is available to provide essential electrolytes for the survival of fish. This salt not only enhances gill function, but also offers protection against nitrite toxicity and reduces stress by maintaining a natural balance of electrolytes in the body fluids of pond fish. It can be safely used in conjunction with all PondCare water conditioners, filtration materials, medications, and fish foods. To effectively use the PondCare Pond Salt, it is recommended to evenly distribute the salt around the perimeter of the pond. The dosage varies depending on the presence of plants in the pond. For ponds with plants, it is advised to add 1 1/4 cups of pond salt per 100 gallons of water. On the other hand, for ponds without plants, the recommended dosage is 2 1/2 cups of pond salt per 100 gallons of water. In case of disease treatment, short-term salt baths can be beneficial for eliminating external parasite and fungal infections. To create a salt bath, dissolve 2 1/2 cups of Pond Salt in 10 gallons of pond water in a plastic container. It is important to note that tap water should not be used. Carefully place the infected fish in the salt bath for a duration of 5-10 minutes, ensuring not to exceed 10 minutes. Afterward, the fish should be returned to the pond. The treatment can be repeated after 24 hours if necessary. However, it is crucial to remember that once added to the pond, Pond Salt does not evaporate and is not filtered out. Therefore, it should only be added as instructed during each water change. It is important to note that salt levels higher than 0.1% may cause damage to plants in the pond.