Koi Pond Salt 15kg

Koi pond salt acts as a natural stress coat and essentially thickens the slime coat on the fish's body which is its own natural defense system against bacteria and parasites. It's like humans - we are always exposed to the common cold virus, but can usually resist the virus if our immune system is strong.

Similarly, pond fish and koi are always exposed to some degree of parasite and bacteria presence in the pond, but by keeping their immune system strong and their slime coat thick you should not have any problems. Koi fish actively maintain a natural balance of electrolytes in their body fluids. Electrolytes such as potassium, sodium, chloride, calcium and magnesium are removed from the water by chloride cells located in the gills. These electrolytes are essential for uptake of oxygen and release of carbon dioxide and ammonium across gill membranes.  The lack of electrolytes can cause serious health problems to the fish.

Koi Pond Salt is a Natural Non Lodated Sea Salt providing the essential electrolytes fish need to survive.

How much Koi Pond Salt to add

For about 1000 litres of water you should add 3kg of KPS (non iodated). By dividing the total amount by three, meaning 1/3 the first day, 1/3 the second day and so on  -  This is to ensure that the fish adjust more gradually to the KPS content.

Important

Once added to a pond KPS does not evaporate and is not filtered out. KPS should only be added as directed, with each water change or the fish have been treated with medication. The Chemical balance should be tested on a weekly basis, and every time any changes in the pond takes place. At the beginning of summer more regular testing should be done. Pond test kits and Salinity meters are a must and are available at all Koi Shops and Pet Shops.