I was stuck in the same mess for weeks until I realized my tank hadn’t fully cycled—even with cleaning, the bacteria that keep things stable weren’t balanced yet. Overcleaning was kinda working against me. I read up on nitrogen cycles and axolotl-safe bacteria colonies, and some articles on https://caffeyolly.com/ helped me get a grip on pet care basics I thought I already knew. It’s surprisingly chill once the balance clicks.