Heading off on a holiday, business trip, or simply need to be away from home for a few days or weeks? If you're an aquarium owner, one of your biggest concerns might be: Who will take care of my fish tank while I’m gone?

At Micro Aquatic Shop, we understand how important your aquatic pets and planted tanks are to you. That’s why we offer professional aquarium care services to ensure your fish stay healthy, fed, and stress-free—no matter how long you're away.

In this guide, we’ll explore why proper care is essential, what services are available, and how to ensure peace of mind while you're away from your fish.

1. Why Your Aquarium Needs Care While You're Away

Many fishkeepers underestimate how quickly things can go wrong in a tank when left unattended. A few common issues include:

• Overfeeding or underfeeding (especially if using auto-feeders)
  
  

• Water evaporation or temperature fluctuations
  
  

• Algae growth or ammonia spikes
  
  

• Dead fish left in the tank, polluting the water
  
  

• Equipment failure like filters or heaters stopping
  
  

Even a healthy, stable tank can quickly turn into a disaster zone without regular monitoring—especially in Australia's variable climate.

That’s why having someone experienced to check in and perform basic aquarium maintenance is not just convenient, but essential.

2. What Does a Professional Aquarium Care Service Include?

At Micro Aquatic Shop, our holiday aquarium care service is designed to be flexible, affordable, and tailored to your tank’s needs. Here’s what you can expect:

•  Daily or Scheduled Visits: Choose how often you'd like your tank to be checked—daily, every other day, or just once every few days depending on the setup and species in your tank.

• Feeding Management: We ensure your fish are fed the correct amount with the right food. Overfeeding is one of the biggest killers when owners are away!

• Water Parameter Checks: We test for essential parameters like temperature, ammonia, nitrite, pH, and more if needed.

• Equipment Monitoring: We’ll ensure filters, heaters, lights, and air pumps are running smoothly. If anything goes wrong, we’ll notify you and assist with immediate solutions.

• Algae and Debris Cleaning: A quick wipe-down of the glass and removal of dead leaves or excess algae to keep your tank looking clean and healthy.

• Fish Health Observation: We monitor fish behaviour for signs of illness or stress and act quickly if anything seems wrong.

• Custom Requests: Whether you have a shrimp tank, a planted aquascape, or a large community setup—we can tailor the care plan to your exact specifications.

3. Who Needs Aquarium Care Services?

Aquarium sitting isn’t just for people going overseas for months. You’ll benefit from this service if you:

• Are going away for a long weekend or more
  
  

• Travel regularly for business
  
  

• Have a complex tank that needs special care (e.g. CO2, dosing, rare fish)
  
  

• Worry about equipment failure while you’re gone
  
  

• Want peace of mind that your fish are okay!
  
  

From betta tanks to shrimp colonies, nano setups to aquascapes, we’ve helped customers all across Sydney maintain healthy tanks while they’re away.

4. Local, Trusted, Experienced

Our team at Micro Aquatic Shop includes passionate aquascapers, fish breeders, and tank technicians with years of hands-on experience. We treat your aquarium like it’s our own.

Whether you're located in Western Sydney, Inner West, Northern Beaches, or surrounding suburbs, we’ll do our best to accommodate your location and needs.

You can also drop into our store before you travel and talk to one of our staff about your setup—we’ll create a care plan that works.

5. Holiday Fish Care Tips

If you prefer to prep your tank yourself before you leave, here are some expert tips:

1. Use a trusted auto-feeder – Test it a few days before you go.
   
   

2. Do a 25–30% water change before leaving.
   
   

3. Clean filters and check all equipment.
   
   

4. Avoid adding new fish or plants right before a trip.
   
   

5. Set your lights on a timer.
   
   

6. Have a friend or neighbour check in, even if they don’t feed the fish.
   
   

7. Leave clear written instructions or a checklist.
   
   

Still, nothing beats having a professional do a quick inspection and care routine while you’re away.

6.  Peace of Mind While You're Away

Being away from home doesn’t have to mean stressing about your tank. With Micro Aquatic Shop’s aquarium care services, you can:

• Travel with peace of mind
  
  

• Come home to a healthy, clean tank
  
  

• Avoid unexpected losses or accidents
  
  

• Know your aquatic pets are in expert hands
  
  

7. Book Your Aquarium Care Today

Planning a holiday or work trip soon? Don’t leave your fish tank’s health to chance.

Contact Micro Aquatic Shop today to schedule your aquarium care service.
Let us help you keep your underwater world safe, balanced, and thriving—while you enjoy your time away stress-free.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can’t I just use an auto-feeder?

Auto-feeders help with feeding, but they don’t check water quality, equipment, or fish health. If anything goes wrong, no one will be there to catch it.

Q2:  What if I have a shrimp or planted tank?

No problem! We specialise in shrimp care and aquascapes. Our team understands the delicate balance needed for these setups.

Q3: Is this service available in all suburbs?

We currently service many areas across Sydney. Contact us with your location and tank details to check availability.

Q4: How much does the service cost?

It depends on your tank size, complexity, and number of visits. Reach out for a free quote tailored to your setup.

Q5: Can you care for marine tanks?

At the moment, we focus on freshwater tanks including community fish, bettas, shrimp tanks, and aquascapes.