Do Goldfish Get Lonely

My first ever and very favorite goldfish died a few weeks ago (on my birthday ). I had nursed her back to health from losing her eye, and though I've had other fish she's always been my favorite because she was truly a survivor. I didn't know if I was going to get another fish, but I just bought a new red and white oranda from LFS. I haven't got any pictures yet, but I'll post some when (s)he ( name tbd: either Karl, Franz, or Ruth. You can let me know which you like best) gets settled in.
Anyways, since Sylvia lived alone because of her injury, I was just wondering if, now that I have a non-handicapped fish I need to get a second fish. If they are social I would get another one to keep the new fish company, but if they aren't I'll just keep one so that (s)he can have the best water quality (s)he can.
Thanks for your help,
Sylvie

 

They like companionship but all depends on the size of your tank. Need at least a 30 or 40G.

 

Goldfish are thought to be social so yes its recommended more than one.

 

Goldfish like to be in groups. But they require lots of space. Perhaps 4 feet long and a vol of at least 30 gal for common goldfish. For fancy ones, 3 feet long and 20 gals.

 

Thanks guys! I have a 40 gallon and only the one fish. How long should I wait to get another?

 

Probably no need to wait

 

Thanks guys! I have a 40 gallon and only the one fish. How long should I wait to get another?

Just need to let the bag sit in the tank for abt 15 mins then net the fish in. The store water might be contaminated so don't add it in. Your fish shld be doing fine.

 

Just need to let the bag sit in the tank for abt 15 mins then net the fish in. The store water might be contaminated so don't add it in. Your fish shld be doing fine.

Oh, I know that. I was just wondering how much longer I should wait before purchasing a companion for this fish

 

Oh, I know that. I was just wondering how much longer I should wait before purchasing a companion for this fish

I don't think u need to wait thou..

 

Goldfish like to be in groups. But they require lots of space. Perhaps 4 feet long and a vol of at least 30 gal for common goldfish. For fancy ones, 3 feet long and 20 gals.

Common goldfish actually need 100 gallon or a pond.

Be sure to quarantine your second one for at least 2 weeks before adding to main tank with this one.

Oh, I know that. I was just wondering how much longer I should wait before purchasing a companion for this fish

Quarantine 2 weeks before adding with your first fish!