The Fish Vet, Northbridge (2024)

21/08/2024

An aquatic veterinarian role is being advertised for Singapore's Government Agency. Follow the link below for more information -

An aquatic veterinarian role is being advertised for Singapore’s Government Agency. Follow the link below for more information –

10/08/2024

We're thrilled to announce a major upgrade! The module is now divided into easier-to-follow steps with more detail to enhance guidance and clarity. New additional videos, photos and charts have also been added for a richer learning experience. If you have completed the original module, we highly recommend exploring the updated version to boost your investigative knowledge and skills. Have a FINtastic Day! Dr Richmond LohDipProjMgt, BSc, BVMS, MPhil (Pathology), MANZCVS (Aquatics & Pathobiology), CertAqV, Fellow WAVMA.

We’re thrilled to announce a major upgrade! The module is now divided into easier-to-follow steps with more detail to enhance guidance and clarity. New additional videos, photos and charts ha…

11/07/2024

Histopathology session with Murdoch University's WAVMA Student Chapter members.

11/05/2024

"SHARK", the word made up by the first person who encountered the creature and couldn't decide between whether to say "S**T" or "FARK!" Check out our new online Fish Vet Masterclass -

"SHARK", the word made up by the first person who encountered the creature and couldn’t decide between whether to say "S**T" or "FARK!" Check out our new online …

04/03/2024

Did you know that koi usually swim in groups of four? That's right, if they get attacked, kois A, B and C can escape, leaving behind the D koi. With thanks to Ben!

Did you know that koi usually swim in groups of four? That’s right, if they get attacked, kois A, B and C can escape, leaving behind the D koi. With thanks to Ben!

15/02/2024

This year, the programme boasts new research on hydrozoan modelling, new treatments and diagnostic approaches from across the globe, policy updates, sessions on trout, salmon, African aquaculture and an ornamental session with The Fish Doctor - Dr Richmond Loh. Visit - For any questions, please email [email protected]

This year, the programme boasts new research on hydrozoan modelling, new treatments and diagnostic approaches from across the globe, policy updates, sessions on trout, salmon, African aquaculture a…

12/02/2024

Q: What did the perch say to get onto the netball team? A: Pyg-my, pyg-my! Have a fantastic week!

26/01/2024

If you want a complete guide to learn fish vetting skills, we have a detailed course called the Fish Vet Masterclass. It is an online course designed for you to solve fish health problems by learning how to diagnose and treat fish diseases to a veterinary standard. This course is an invaluable tool created for anybody working with fish such as aspiring veterinary students, professional veterinarians and fish pathologists, aquarium shop operators, fish wholesalers, aquarists, aquaculturists, fish biologists and researchers, and serious fish hobbyists....

If you want a complete guide to learn fish vetting skills, we have a detailed course called the Fish Vet Masterclass. It is an online course designed for you to solve fish health problems by learni…

14/09/2023

Skin flukes (Gyrodactylus) are common primary ectoparasites of fish, particularly in the koi hobby. Gyrodactylus graze on the fish’s skin and gills causing severe damage that can lead to heavy mortalities. A variety of medicines traditionally used for treating flukes including trichlorfon, praziquantel, flubendazole, formalin, and potassium permanganate proved ineffective in this pond, indicating the population of flukes were possibly multi-drug resistant....

Skin flukes (Gyrodactylus) are common primary ectoparasites of fish, particularly in the koi hobby. Gyrodactylus graze on the fish’s skin and gills causing severe damage that can lead to heavy mort…

14/09/2023

Link to the article on using household vinegar to treat against skin flukes in koi fish pond - https://link.growkudos.com/1e7utol9zb4

03/07/2023

What do mantas say after singing happy Birthday? Hip hip hoo-RAY! With thanks to BT.

What do mantas say after singing happy Birthday?Hip hip hoo-RAY! With thanks to BT.

27/06/2023

A starfish said to the prawn, "I'd like some kelp!" The prawn responded: "Can you please be more Pacific (specific)?" With thanks to BT.

A starfish said to the prawn, “I’d like some kelp!” The prawn responded: “Can you please be more Pacific (specific)?” With thanks to BT.

13/06/2023

The Fish Vet Masterclass course at The Fish Vet Masterclass is designed for both beginners and professionals by one of the most highly trained and accredited fish veterinarians on the planet. Whether you are aquarium hobbyist, aquaculturist or a professional veterinarian who is looking to sharpen their skills and knowledge base, this course has you covered. Explanations, advice and information is all written in an easy to understand format, loaded with helpful reference charts, videos and photo examples it will fast forward your knowledge to a new level....

The Fish Vet Masterclass course at The Fish Vet Masterclass is designed for both beginners and professionals by one of the most highly trained and accredited fish veterinarians on the planet. Whet…

10/06/2023

The Fish Vet Masterclass course at https://fishvetmasterclass.mykajabi.com/
The Fish Vet Masterclass is designed for both beginners and professionals by one of the most highly trained and accredited fish veterinarians on the planet. Whether you are aquarium hobbyist, aquaculturist or a professional veterinarian who is looking to sharpen their skills and knowledge base, this course has you covered. Explanations, advice and information is all written in an easy to understand format, loaded with helpful reference charts, videos and photo examples it will fast forward your knowledge to a new level. This course provides you everything you need to make you capable of recognising, diagnosing and treating all manner of fish disease to the highest veterinary standards. If you are working with fish, you cannot afford to be without the knowledge and information provided in this course.

22/05/2023

Q: What sea creature is both a rockstar and prefers to live on its own? A: Abba-lonely

08/05/2023

Q: where do fish rest in peace? A: Fish Inn

01/04/2023

Blast from the past. Fish vets assembled 20 years ago to present on fish medicine at the AVA national conference.

19/03/2023

Do you feed your fish, thawed frozen foods? Loss of vitamins and minerals due to food transport, storage, and preparation may make vitamin and mineral supplementation necessary. Studies on oyster meat that had been frozen for 6 months showed losses of 22% of vitamin B1, 35% niacin, and 46% pyridoxine. Another researcher found 45-98% loss of water-soluble vitamins from pelleted shrimp food after one hour immersion in seawater....

Do you feed your fish, thawed frozen foods? Loss of vitamins and minerals due to food transport, storage, and preparation may make vitamin and mineral supplementation necessary. Studies on oyster m…

14/03/2023

Perth, Western Australia. Fish & pond advice, Koi Show, meetings, auctions, pond tours and more.

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28/01/2023

What's your oldest fish?

John has been diving with Speedy the sea dragon on Tasmania's east coast for 16 years. Using facial recognition, scientists have identified Speedy as the longest-living sea dragon recorded.

29/12/2022

How awesome is the new Avatar movie?
I love the aquatic theme.

23/12/2022

In case you get bored over the holidays, you may like to “see fish”.

Clinical Veterinary case work ups:

• http://tinyurl.com/thefishdoctor

Veterinary techniques & miscellaneous:
• https://youtube.com/

In case you get bored over the holidays, you may like to "see fish". Clinical Veterinary case work ups:• Veterinary techniques & miscellaneous: • — Yours sincerely, Dr Richmond …

23/12/2022

All our fish vets would like to thank you for your support throughout 2022 and we wish you all a safe and happy holidays.
See you in 2023.

17/12/2022

Catch of the day!

04/12/2022

Much loved adult koi available for adoption in Daglish (WA), please contact Sharon on 0412475101.

06/11/2022

Some interesting sights after visiting a client, and then stopping by to grab what in my opinion is the best fish and chips in Perth - Kenwick Fish and Chips

31/10/2022

What's a fish parasite scared to hear? Trich or treat? Have a FINtastic week! R {

What’s a fish parasite scared to hear? Trich or treat? Have a FINtastic week! R {

04/10/2022

They may need to use Veterinary Imaging devices such as MRI, X-rays or ultrasound, or simply a thorough autopsy to catch cheats. Read more here -

They may need to use Veterinary Imaging devices such as MRI, X-rays or ultrasound, or simply a thorough autopsy to catch cheats. Read more here –

03/10/2022

The University of Tasmania, Institute of Marine and Antarctic Studies at Launceston, is offering the following workshops: A one day Introduction to Fish Histology will be arranged on Tuesday 15 November 2022 to provide background for fish histology and histology methods. Quantification of pathological changes and image analysis will be discussed. This workshop is taught by Professor Barbara Nowak (cost $400 including GST)....

The University of Tasmania, Institute of Marine and Antarctic Studies at Launceston, is offering the following workshops: A one day Introduction to Fish Histology will be arranged on Tuesday 15 Nov…