Dead on Arrival and Missing Items

πŸ“Œ READ ME PLEASE – IMPORTANT INFORMATION

πŸ™ THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING MICRO AQUATIC SHOP!

πŸ“ž Contact Information

Micro Aquatic Shop
Address: Unit 15, 2-8 Daniel St, Wetherill Park NSW 2164
Opening Hours: Mon–Sun, 9am–5pm
Phone: (02) 8320 3037
Email: cs@microaquaticshop.com.au

If you receive your order and encounter any issue, please contact us immediately. We're happy to help!

🐠 How to Acclimate Your Livestock

πŸ”’ Use a Quarantine Tank (Highly Recommended)

  • Prepare a 10–20 gallon tank.
  • Install filter and heater (25–28Β°C recommended).
  • Use water from your main tank, cycle it, and test parameters.
  • Monitor the new livestock for 7–14 days before transferring.

βœ… 1. Floating Method

  • Turn off aquarium lights, dim room lights.
  • Float the sealed bag in the tank for 15–30 minutes.
  • Cut the bag and slowly add tank water every 4 minutes.
  • Discard half the water, float again, repeat water addition.
  • Gently release fish into the tank.

βœ… 2. Drip Method (For Sensitive Species)

  • Float bag and transfer fish to a clean bucket.
  • Set up a siphon drip using airline tubing.
  • Discard half the water after volume doubles.
  • Gently transfer to main tank.

⚠️ Before Adding Livestock to Main Tank

  • Ensure your tank is fully cycled.
  • Check species compatibility.
  • Verify water parameters and habitat match the livestock needs.
  • Introduce fish graduallyβ€”avoid sudden overstocking.
  • Don’t feed new arrivals for the first 24 hours.
  • Color fading or lethargy during transport is normal.

❗ Dead on Arrival (DOA) / Damaged / Incorrect Items

All livestock are quarantined and health-checked. If there's a problem:

  • Take an unboxing video immediately.
  • Send photo/video proof to cs@microaquaticshop.com.au within 30 minutes of delivery.
  • We offer store credit or refund. Reshipping is not available.

Late claims beyond 30 minutes may be rejected.

Issue Description & Claim Instructions
If you experience any issues with your order, please review the guidelines below for submitting a claim. Please note: unboxing video and photos are required for all claims to be considered.

πŸ”Ή Issue Description
Please clearly state the issue you're experiencing, such as:
  • DOA (Dead on Arrival) livestock or plants
  • Damaged or unhealthy items
  • Missing items

πŸ”Ή DOA Livestock Claims
When reporting DOA livestock (fish or inverts), please include the number of live animals received from the affected pack.
Required Photos & Video:
  • Unboxing video from the moment the package is opened (must show unopened bags for validation).
  • Photo of the dead livestock placed clearly on top of the styrofoam box for counting.
  • Photo of the bag label, showing the species name, quantity, and order number.
  • For shrimp and small fish, provide a clear photo of all contents in a container for live count.
  • For unhealthy or damaged items, a photo in a specimen container or tank is sufficient.

πŸ”Ή Missing Items
If something is missing from your order:
  • Provide a clear photo of the packing slip
  • Include photos of all received items showing their labels for verification

🐌 Note for Snails
Snails may take a few days to become active after shipping. Place them in a visible area of your tank, and ensure they’re upright.
  • If they don't move after a few days or the water begins to smell, inspect immediately.
  • Please contact us on the day of arrival if you suspect a problem so we can assist under our guarantee.

πŸ›  Claim Review & Resolution
  • Our customer service team will review your claimβ€”please allow time for processing (note: limited hours on weekends).
  • Refunds cover the item cost only (excluding shipping), and are returned to the original payment method.
  • Store credits may be issued for future purchases but do not include shipping costs.

πŸ“„ Terms & Conditions

By accessing www.microaquaticshop.com.au, you agree to be bound by our Terms of Service. Please review them carefully before using the site.

πŸ’¬ Final Note

Thank you again for choosing Micro Aquatic Shop. If you have any concerns or questions, we’re here to help!

β€” Micro Aquatic Shop Team 🐟

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