I'm Dr. Charlie and I've been keeping fish and coral
for 40 years. I became a veterinarian to help save the ocean through aquarium science.
I work with hobbyists, pond owners, public aquariums, pet stores, aquarium service companies, fish wholesalers, collectors, teachers, and other veterinarians.
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You can call or "quick text" for emergencies or schedule an appointment here.
Aquaveterinarian offers a variety of personal guides full of perspectives and opinions I have accumulated from years of communicating with people about aquariums. My hope is to educate in simple terms but to a high level. I want it to be easy to understand complex aquarium science concepts. Please give me feedback on what I should add or clarify if you'd like to see or understand something better.
Services
With my help, we can use microscopic examination and drug therapy to solve problems regular aquarium experts usually cannot accomodate.
I can help you with advanced chemistry, computerized controllers, sterilizers, and automation.
I like to use aquatic animal physiology, fish psychology, and biological control to make your life and your animals lives less stressful, easier, and better.
Worldwide
Emergency Consults
Call me to solve emergency aquarium issues: Text/email then Phone or video chat
*Need for formal working relationship with local veterinarian will follow in some cases needing medications or microscopy.
Microscope Training
In depth personalized training in microscope usage for disease agent identification. Includes where to buy scope and equipment.
Quarantine Protocols
Custom quarantine and treatment protocols designed to save livestock and keep down costs for maintenance companies, wholesalers, and aquarium stores.
Florida
Aquariums and Ponds
Local South Florida have the option for aquarium and pond emergency or scheduled diagnostics and treatments with ongoing local long term hands on training and support.
Reef Tank Expert Training
Visit to direct livestock selection, quarantine and placement. Lights, flow, filtration, automation, and anything else to make your reef awesome.
Florida Commercial Support
Labs and aquaculture facilities needing vet support including USDA transport, transfer, or out-planting certificates.