Live sand?

[tony12]

is it ok to buy live sand from a local pet shop or is it better to buy online. at my local pet shop all the fish seem like they have ick. will ick transfer by sand? thanks

[SeanySean]

If the sand is branded you will be ok if it is from there system I would stay away even if it is cold!! :)

Sean

[tony12]

thanks for the advice.