It is always a good idea to quarantine new fish before adding them to your pond. Properly quarantining new arrivals reduces the chance of introducing parasites or bacteria to your existing fish population.

It is always a good idea to quarantine new fish before adding them to your pond. Properly quarantining new arrivals reduces the chance of introducing parasites or bacteria to your existing fish population.

You can use rainwater to fill your pond, but keep in mind that it is very soft water. If you primarily use rainwater, be sure to check your pH regularly because it could become too low and cause serous problems.