helping promote responsible fish ownership

Protect the Aquarium Hobby

Congratulations on being part of the home aquarium hobby! Whether you’re new or experienced, this page has information on being a responsible fish owner. 

Have the Right “Habitattitude”

Owning pets is a responsibility–not just to the animals, but to your local environment. That’s what we call “Habitattitude.” 

Releasing fish or other pets into your local environment can cause damage to native species and become invasive. The same could be true of the plants in your aquarium. Choosing the right pet for your situation and providing a healthy and secure enclosure minimizes the chance that your pet will escape and become invasive.

Learn more at Habitattitude.net.

Join PAN to Protect Home Aquariums

People like you are the most effective advocates for supporting the aquarium hobby. Join PAN as a member or join our (free!) Don’t Ban Pets advocacy program. 

Benefits include:

• Learn how to take action on important issues affecting the aquarium hobby
• Gain access to tools on how to become a better advocate
• Get invites to special events and training