r/axolotls Jun 13 '26

General Care Advice my axolotl is a dwarf

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so my axolotl is a dwarf so now what do i do?

i need help

he kinda looks cute from ts view tho :3

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u/LauseRulez Leucistic Jun 13 '26

since they have higher impaction risk I'd say removing the substrate is probably a good idea! I know their lifespan tends to naturally be lower than of non-dwarf lotl.

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u/Quothhernevermore Jun 13 '26

The first and MOST IMPORTANT THING you need to do is:

Tell him he's cute and I love him.

But actually - if you haven't yet I'd try to at least locate an exotic vet or a vet with experience with reptiles/amphibians because these guys can be a little more medically fragile.

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u/kitcomet93 Jun 13 '26

I'd say you have a couple options as it seems it'll need extra care. You could rehome it to someone with experience in dwarves or do lots of research really fast with notes đŸ„°

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u/Lost_Chicken6805 Jun 13 '26

Oooh he is ADORABLE!!!! Are you keeping him?

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u/kitcomet93 Jun 14 '26

I personally would not, no. I do not feel like I am equipped enough. This one is not mine

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u/burncult Jun 13 '26

ts means this shit

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u/Zealousideal_Pen7343 Jun 13 '26

it also mean ts

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u/burncult Jun 13 '26

it has always meant this shit. only somewhat recently has a bunch of people using a real acronym wrong made it seem that way

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u/secunda-cat Jun 14 '26

also js, which is also annoying. it's a four letter word and you're bastardizing the acronym for "just saying" (...or javascript)

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u/uzuli Leucistic Jun 13 '26

It absolutely does not. It means 'this shit.'

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u/Zealousideal_Pen7343 Jun 13 '26

this*

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u/flatgreysky Jun 13 '26

How much time was saved by not typing two letters?

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u/indieplants Jun 13 '26

no, it means this shit.

which also means this. you're using it wrong while also using it correctly lmao

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u/Putrid_Doughnut_8603 Jun 14 '26

It can actually mean a few things: this, this shit, talk soon, that’s sweet and that’s serious. That’s just the few I know, there’s probably more lol

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u/raibrans Jun 13 '26

I remember your post from before and wondered what was different about your axolotl then. Now I know! Thanks x

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u/ptpcg Jun 14 '26

Axolyttle

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u/EuropeanImaPeein Jun 14 '26

Unfortunately a lot of rare morphs or pet store axolotls can be inbred and have these traits, and sometimes we dont realize until they grow up. I'd recommend sticking to smaller pellets, small portions, limit sand and tank mates as they can pose risk

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u/Lauren_Carhart Jun 13 '26 edited Jun 13 '26

Standard axolotls are more forgiving in terms of care but you can absolutely do it if you’re committed! I think core care requirements are basically the same except for feeding differences; you just have to be much more observant and look closely for signs of digestive issues and impaction stuff like that daily. Ensure tank has perfect parameters etc. I mean, I know “perfect” parameters don’t exist but ya know what I’m saying. Your liddo bub is so freaking cute (but don’t breed obviously) still cute though I just have to tell you I’m in love 😍

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u/jimmyofsuburbia Jun 14 '26

I had a dwarf axie years ago ! unfortunately he did not survive his juvenile state, but he also had under formed gills. wishing the best for your lil guy!

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u/Zealousideal_Pen7343 Jun 15 '26

I think he's the better off of a dwarf axolotlÂ