You have to know that every axolotls have their own personality. Some can be social like Gary and others shy.
How did I do?
Well when we first got Gary he was really tiny 6cm (2.3inches) I didn't really think about putting my hand in the tank to be honest. I let him settle for two weeks before doing anything. I was constantly worried about him (that didn't change even now). All I wanted was for him to feel like home.
One day I was just looking at him and melting on how cute he was, I then just put my hand in the water (always wash your hands before), I was a bit scared he wouldn't like it but instead he went directly onto my hand and it was the best moment ever. I swear it was the best thing ever!
You have to make your axolotl use to you because you're gonna have your hands around the tank quite a lot. Between the feeding, water change, water test, spot cleaning, your axolotl have to see your hand as friendly (I want to believe they care).
Everyday I spend a lot of time with him, mostly for feeding time or when I'm seeing he is a bit stressed. I just put my hand in next to him and wait basically. It's as simple as that.
Oh be prepared to get nipped sometimes, but I assure you it doesn't hurt a bit. It's just surprising, but no sudden movement or you'll scare your axolotl FOREVER (joking). xD
There's gonna be some days where he won't come of course he have his own mood. I remember when days like this happened, I was really sad (╯︵╰,) and I thought he didn't like me but you have to remember that like all of us, they will have their days.
In the end I'm glad I put my hand in the tank this very first time because I wouldn't have the amazing relation I have with Gary now (✿˶◕‿◕˶人◕ᴗ◕✿)
Spend quality time with your axolotl, it really worth it.
✧༺♥༻ Gary's Mummy ༺♥༻✧
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