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Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM Aquarium Water Treatment, 125 ml, marine tank cycling aid

Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM Aquarium Water Treatment, 125 ml, marine tank cycling aid

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Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM Aquarium Water Treatment, 125 ml, marine tank cycling aid

Regular price $45.01
Sale price $45.01 Regular price
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Where Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM Aquarium... fits in your dog's day

Three short notes on who this product suits, how owners use it and what they keep an eye on, with your vet as the person to ask about health questions.

  1. An older couple on a park bench with their golden dog resting at their feet

    1Who it's for

    Owners looking for food, chews or training treats that match their dog's size, life stage and the feeding plan they already follow.

  2. An owner offering a daily chew to a senior dog in the kitchen

    2How to use it

    Check the feeding table and switch foods gradually over several days.

  3. A woman walking her dog along a suburban sidewalk at dusk

    3What owners notice

    Owners keep an eye on how eagerly their dog eats, how the portion fits into the rest of the day and whether the pack size suits the way they shop.

About this product

Dose this aquarium water treatment into a new tank to start a nitrogen cycle, or into an existing one that has been knocked back; the brand states cycling in 7 days in most cases. The bottle holds 125 ml of liquid concentrate at 15x strength. It is made for marine and brackish aquariums.

What the live culture does in a marine or brackish tank

MicroBacter Start XLM carries live, non-pathogenic microbes, and the manufacturer describes the formula as concentrated to 15x strength. The culture is supplied in a proprietary base that the brand gives as the reason for its longevity.

  • The manufacturer states that the product establishes a new nitrogen cycle or boosts an impaired one, and that it accelerates the rate at which beneficial nitrifying bacteria colonize.
  • According to the brand, it breaks down nitrogenous waste and eliminates ammonia and nitrite spikes.
  • The brand lists crowded tanks, tanks with high population densities and the addition of new fish among the situations it is intended for.
  • The manufacturer states that the product prevents "New Tank Syndrome" and accelerates the re-establishment of fish tank bacteria after upsets.

When the brand says to add it

The manufacturer names emergencies and the period after a course of medication as occasions for re-establishing a damaged bacteria bed. It also gives cleaning of rocks and surfaces, or the end of medication use, as the best time to dose.

Kept at room temperature, the bottle stays usable for more than a year, and it works with many kinds of sand and rock substrate.

Does it suit your tank?

The stated fit is marine and brackish aquariums. A freshwater tank falls outside that description, and so does any tank the brand does not list here. Check that your setup is a saltwater or brackish system before you buy.

The culture is meant for tanks that are being cycled, are heavily stocked, or have just received new fish. Compatibility with sand and rock substrates is stated; a substrate the brand does not cover is outside that statement.

Questions buyers ask about MicroBacter Start XLM

How much liquid is in the bottle?

The bottle contains 125 ml of liquid. The item weighs 141 g (5 oz) and measures 1.5 x 1.5 x 12 cm (0.6 x 0.6 x 4.7 in).

Can I use it in a freshwater tank?

No. The brand states the product is suitable for marine and brackish aquariums.

How long does the bottle keep at room temperature?

At room temperature the manufacturer gives a shelf life of more than one year.

What comes in the pack?

The pack contains the MicroBacter Start XLM liquid, model BACSTARTXLM125, in a 125 ml bottle.

Model BACSTARTXLM125
Item form Liquid
Target audience fish
Size 125-ML
Item dimensions (L x W x H) 1.5 x 1.5 x 12 cm (0.6 x 0.6 x 4.7 in)
Item weight 141 g (5 oz)
Included components MicroBacterStart XLM
Specific uses fish

Product details

BrandBrightwell Aquatics
Product typeAquarium Water Treatment
DepartmentBrightwell Aquatics Canada
Sold byDogJointly, operated by YALEO LLC
DeliveryFree standard US delivery, usually 7 to 14 business days after 1 to 3 days to prepare
Returns30 days on unopened items in their original packaging, with damaged or wrong items covered at our cost
Delivery and tracking

Standard delivery is free to every US address, we prepare orders in 1 to 3 business days, delivery usually takes 7 to 14 business days, and the tracking link arrives by email when the parcel ships.

Returns and refunds

You can return unopened items in their original packaging within 30 days of delivery. Damaged, faulty or wrong items are replaced or refunded at our cost, so please read the refund policy and contact us before you send anything back.

How Subscribe and Save works

Choose the subscription option above the cart button to receive this product on a regular schedule at the lower subscription price. You can skip a delivery, change the schedule or cancel from your account or by writing to support@dogjointly.com.

Multi-buy savings

Pick 2, 3 or 4 units in the quantity cards to save 10, 15 or 25 percent on the item price. The saving is shown in the cart before checkout, so you can compare the total with a single unit.

Labels, ingredients and your vet

Ingredient lists and serving tables can change between batches, so the label on the pack you receive is the reference to follow. Please ask your vet before starting a supplement, especially for a senior dog or a dog on medication.

Questions about this product

Is Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM Aquarium Water Treatment, 125 ml, marine tank cycling aid available in the United States?

Yes, it is in stock at DogJointly and ships free to US addresses, usually within 7 to 14 business days after 1 to 3 days to prepare.

How should I compare Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM Aquarium... with similar products?

Compare the brand, format, serving table and pack size in the details above with similar items in Brightwell Aquatics Canada, and check the choice with your vet.

Where can I find delivery and returns information?

Delivery and returns are summarised on this page and set out in full in the shipping and refund policies linked in the footer of every page.

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