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#22883 Kirin Oranda

Unusual color on this one really stands out. FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and […]

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#22824 Calico Oranda

Big showy tail on this one in pretty, mostly matt finish.   Very spunky and super responsive when approached.   FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#22468 Calico Ranchu

Dark, contrasty color on this large ranchu with smooth round back. FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#22312 White Ranchu

This one stood out to me when I first saw this batch of white ranchu.  I joked that it had a “tattoo of a worm” on its side.  Nice overall ranchu, with extremely unique pattern….more like a “birthmark”, plus pretty red eyes. FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#22138 Big Blue Oranda

Long tail on this big oranda with large upright dorsal.  Very pretty in silvery blue metallic. Re-listed because some “customers” decide to waste my time, and don’t even bother to respond to my calls and emails.   I rarely have this, but dealing with lots of people I’ve found that some are flakey.  I know […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#22112 Calico Broadtail Ryukin

Pretty calico color on this compact broadtail with showy fins, including upright dorsal.  Richness of color, including petty  blues is hard to capture and fully appreciate in the photos.    FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#22040 Black/Red Pompom Oranda

This fish is very active, and it was hard to get good photos.  Friendly fish with lots of personality.    FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#21809 Red/White Broadtail Ryukin

Nice broadtails are hard to find, especially large ones like this.  Fantastic broadtail with huge showy fins.  Impressive fish in very large size, always posing and showing off it’s massive fins.    FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#21543 Calico Ryukin

Mix of greys on this fish reminds me of polished granite.  Pretty fish in nice size.    FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#21531 Kirin Ranchu

Hard to fully appreciate in the photos, the color and finish on this fish is very pretty and unusual.  Nice overall young ranchu with smooth rounded back.  Already nice size, with lots more potential.  Re-listed as previous winner could not commit.  Don’t miss this additional chance to own this fantastic fish.    FINAL auction of the […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#21225 Red/White Butterfly Telescope

Large butterfly with big showy tail.  Very active big fish with nice motion and balance.     FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#21110 Gold/Orange Ranchu

In addition to other colors entirely, like calico or black, Ranchu are usually either solid color red (which can present in various shades of orange), or red/white.  This one is different in two tone orange that I would describe as gold/orange.  The difference in colors is hard to fully appreciate in the photos, but it […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#21031 Soilent Green Gel Food

If you want to ADD 1 lb. of Soilent green to your FISH ORDER, please use this “buy it now” option.  This will add it to your fish invoice, and there will be no additional shipping charges when added to your fish shipment.   I don’t have another way implemented to add food to your order, […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#21007 Blue Oranda

Big oranda in pretty silvery/blue metallic finish with long tail.  One of just two left.  Don’t miss out. This one is re-listed as the previous buyer could not commit due to personal issues.  I mention on the other blue oranda that some “customers” don’t even give me the courtesy of replying to my emails/phone calls, […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#20835 Calico Ranchu

Incredibly nice ranchu, and very pretty with random metallic scales that have hints of gold.  Great overall fish with nice meaty head and smooth back.  FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#19141 Black/Gold Butterfly Telescope

Super showy fish with huge tail.  Nice overall butterfly.  FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, […]

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    12 December 2014 8:00 PM

#23349 Red/White Lionhead

One of just 3 left, this one is nice with fat head, and nice motion and balance.

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    6 December 2014 8:00 PM

#23337 Calico Ranchu

Fat bulbous head on this one with unsuual color.  Nice overall fish with stocky body.  Super friendly fish with lots of personality.

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    6 December 2014 8:00 PM

#23327 Red Ranchu

Friendly ranchu with cute face.

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    6 December 2014 8:00 PM

#23317 Sakura Broadtail Ryukin

I only have a few broadtail left, and this is my favorite.  Gorgeous fish with massive fins.  Super showy!  I only have a few broadtail left, and this is my favorite.

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Unusual color on this one really stands out.

FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January. 

Big showy tail on this one in pretty, mostly matt finish.   Very spunky and super responsive when approached.   FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

Dark, contrasty color on this large ranchu with smooth round back.

FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January. 

This one stood out to me when I first saw this batch of white ranchu.  I joked that it had a “tattoo of a worm” on its side.  Nice overall ranchu, with extremely unique pattern….more like a “birthmark”, plus pretty red eyes.

FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January. 

Long tail on this big oranda with large upright dorsal.  Very pretty in silvery blue metallic.

Re-listed because some “customers” decide to waste my time, and don’t even bother to respond to my calls and emails.   I rarely have this, but dealing with lots of people I’ve found that some are flakey.  I know very well from personal experience that circumstances in life can change, but I expect people to at least give me the courtesy of letting me know if they can’t take the fish they won.  Please don’t bid on fish if you aren’t serious.  It’s not fair to me or my real customers.  Accounts for such people will be deleted without hesitation.

 FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

Pretty calico color on this compact broadtail with showy fins, including upright dorsal.  Richness of color, including petty  blues is hard to capture and fully appreciate in the photos.    FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

This fish is very active, and it was hard to get good photos.  Friendly fish with lots of personality.    FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

Nice broadtails are hard to find, especially large ones like this.  Fantastic broadtail with huge showy fins.  Impressive fish in very large size, always posing and showing off it’s massive fins.    FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

Mix of greys on this fish reminds me of polished granite.  Pretty fish in nice size.    FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

Hard to fully appreciate in the photos, the color and finish on this fish is very pretty and unusual.  Nice overall young ranchu with smooth rounded back.  Already nice size, with lots more potential.  Re-listed as previous winner could not commit.  Don’t miss this additional chance to own this fantastic fish.    FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

Large butterfly with big showy tail.  Very active big fish with nice motion and balance.     FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

In addition to other colors entirely, like calico or black, Ranchu are usually either solid color red (which can present in various shades of orange), or red/white.  This one is different in two tone orange that I would describe as gold/orange.  The difference in colors is hard to fully appreciate in the photos, but it is very unique.  Nice overall young ranchu.    FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

If you want to ADD 1 lb. of Soilent green to your FISH ORDER, please use this “buy it now” option.  This will add it to your fish invoice, and there will be no additional shipping charges when added to your fish shipment.   I don’t have another way implemented to add food to your order, so will be using this method for now.  

If you want to BUY FOOD ONLY, please use the link on the homepage, which adds $5.80 to cover USPS Priority Shipping.  

I have been advocating the use of moist food for years.  Moist food moves more easily through the digestive tract, results in more efficient nutrient assimilation, and also minimizes balance/buoyancy problems many fish have after eating dry food.  Unfortunately, most goldfish foods have no moisture content at all.   That’s because, with the exception of frozen foods, others would spoil and have no shelf-life.  So, most goldfish food is “dry as a bone”, and ultimately not the best for the fish, even if the ingredients are high quality.   Our fish farmers raise the goldfish on moist food, so it makes no sense to switch them to a dry diet after they are imported.  We’ve addressed this issue for years by “hydrating” all of the pellets we’ve fed.  This involved a slow process of introducing moisture and refrigerating pellets to make sure they were soft throughout, and not just wetted on the outside.   This made them like little meatballs, but they still held together and didn’t fall apart in the tank.  Well, we have quit messing around with pellets!  That’s because after months of trials, and many conversations with fellow hobbyists for over a year, we feel that Soilent Green is the best solution for the main staple in the Goldfish diet.  I used to make my own gel food, but it was time consuming, messy, and I never felt confident that the mix of ingredients was optimal.  Soilent Green solves these issues with an easy to make product.   Brought to a boil in a non-stick pan, and poured onto a non-stick cookie sheet, it gels quickly with little to no clean up.  Anything left in the pan gels up and peels right off.  Once a batch is made, we chop it up on a cutting board into bite size pieces and store in the fridge.  We are actually making pounds of it every other day, but the average hobbyist should be able to make a small batch every week or two, spending less than 15 minutes to do so.

I’ve always said that I’d rather concentrate on the fish, and not get into selling products or food.   That was mostly because I never felt enough confidence in any food that I wanted to promote or represent it.  The other reason is the nature of internet commerce.  Huge companies can offer some retail products for less than I can even get them wholesale.  Being a small business, it’s hard to compete, and I simply wasn’t going to try to.  I’d have to buy, stock, sell, and ship hundreds of pounds of food just to make a thousand dollars.  Again, it made sense to just focus on the fish, especially since that takes a huge amount of time already, and because goldfish is what Dandy Orandas does best.  : )

All of that being said, I have now decided to offer this Repashy Soilent Green.  After years of being asked about food, and seeing many people struggle with food related issues, I think this is a great solution.  Repashy has high quality ingredients, plus the moisture that I’ve always advocated, and we’ve seen great results using it.   Fish are active, healthy, with vibrant color and none of the goofy post-feeding buoyancy issues seen with dry foods.  Repashy also has a good relationship with its retailers, and sets MAP pricing for their products.  This is Minimum Advertised Pricing, which keeps huge sellers from undercutting small business.   So, you should see similar pricing no matter what the source, leaving you to support good merchants instead of buying simply based on price.   Speaking of price….Repashy does come in smaller quantities, but the unit cost is much more optimal at the 1lb. size.   We are stocking this size ONLY, since it is a better value.  While it is a lot of food, it does have a good shelf-life until gelled, so it shouldn’t go to waste.

SHIPPING INFO.  If you are getting fish, a 1lb. bag can be added to your shipment for no additional shipping cost.  If you are just getting food, then shipping will be via USPS priority mail, and will be $5.80, for a total of $27.80 delivered.  (Please note if just getting food, please use the link on the homepage for food.)

NET WEIGHT 16 OZ / 454 GRAMS  (makes approximately 4 times the amount once gelled, mixed at 1 part powder/3 parts water)

 

Meal Replacement Gel for Aufwuchs (algae and small living organisms) eating species of Fish, Invertebrates, Amphibians and Reptiles.

 

INGREDIENTS: Chlorella Algae, Spirulina Algae, Whole Krill Meal, Whole Squid Meal, Whole Sardine Meal, Alfalfa Leaf Meal, Whole Anchovy Meal, Germinated Brown Rice Protein Concentrate, Pea Protein Isolate, Dried Brewers Yeast, Stabilized Rice Bran, Dried Kelp, Carrageenan Algae, Konjac, Carob Bean Gum, Schizochytrium Algae, Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Taurine, Potassium Citrate, Calcium Propionate, Phaffia Rhodozyma Yeast, Paprika Extract, Calendula Flower Powder, Marigold Flower Extract, Rose Hips Powder, Turmeric Root Powder, Malic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Canthaxanthin, Potassium Sorbate, Magnesium Gluconate, Lecithin, Rosemary Extract and Mixed Tocopherols (as preservatives), Vitamins (Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D Supplement, Choline Chloride, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Beta Carotene, Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B-12 Supplement).

 

Guaranteed Analysis: Crude Protein min. 45%, Crude Fat min. 6%, Crude Fat max. 8%, Crude Fiber max. 8%, Moisture max. 8%, Ash max. 12%, Calcium min. 1.5%, Calcium max. 2%, Phosphorus min. 0.75%.

 

DIRECTIONS: To prepare one cup of product, add ¼ cup of powder into ¾ cup of cold water and stir until blended. Microwave until it starts to boil (typically 2-3 minutes), remove and stir. Alternatively, bring water to a boil on stove, remove from heat, and stir in powder. Immediately pour into a storage container or mould, and let sit at room temp until firm. The finished gel can be cut into cubes, shredded, or used as a whole slab. Whatever is not used immediately should be treated as fresh food. It can be stored sealed in refrigerator for up to two weeks, and in freezer for up to six months. To adjust firmness of gel, use more or less water as desired.

Big oranda in pretty silvery/blue metallic finish with long tail.  One of just two left.  Don’t miss out.

This one is re-listed as the previous buyer could not commit due to personal issues.  I mention on the other blue oranda that some “customers” don’t even give me the courtesy of replying to my emails/phone calls, but this person was kind enough to communicate her problem.  I understand that things can happen, so now someone else can have a chance to own this fantastic fish in large size.

 FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

Incredibly nice ranchu, and very pretty with random metallic scales that have hints of gold.  Great overall fish with nice meaty head and smooth back.

 FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

Super showy fish with huge tail.  Nice overall butterfly.

 FINAL auction of the Year!  Rather than try to take advantage of “Holiday Sales” next week, I am opting to not have any more auctions after this weekend.  That’s because the last two years I had too many problems trying to ship fish the week of, and after, Christmas.  I’m just not going to take the chance with these fish.  So, while I normally offer to hold fish for up to two weeks, I need to ask everyone to take delivery of their fish by December 19th.  Please take this into consideration before you bid.  There will be no more auctions until early January.  

One of just 3 left, this one is nice with fat head, and nice motion and balance.

Fat bulbous head on this one with unsuual color.  Nice overall fish with stocky body.  Super friendly fish with lots of personality.

Friendly ranchu with cute face.

I only have a few broadtail left, and this is my favorite.  Gorgeous fish with massive fins.  Super showy!  I only have a few broadtail left, and this is my favorite.