pamelakt

There will be loads of pictures don't you worry!!!!! I can't wait!!!! I expect I'll get him next weekend, probably sunday if I can see one I like

pamd

I acclimate exactly the same way Lucy does, except I didn't need to use a net to guide the fish into the tank. I just gently tip the bag and the fish swims out. Good idea to have a net standing by in case you need it, though.

Like Lucy says, you'll do fine.

sirdarksol

After the first batch of fish go in, it is a good idea to net the fish rather than tip the bag into the tank. There's always the possibility of the pet store's aquarium water containing a parasite, bacteria, or virus. Yes, the fish is likely to also carry this (which is why we suggest quarantining), but it's best to minimize the amount of potential contamination.

This isn't to say that I haven't taken the short-cut of just emptying the bag into the aquarium, just that it's not a good idea to do so.

pamd

I think she's just getting one betta, Sir. If she gets a cup baby or orders from a breeder, he would have had his own water for a while (shared with siblings when he was a teeny baby though).

If the very diluted little bit of cup water left in the bag had any nasties in it, I think he'd most likely have the problem himself. Or would the store possibly use water from other tanks? If so, I'd worry. If not, which is riskier: having a tiny bit of cup water in the tank or risk tearing his fins and stressing him by netting? I'm not really disagreeing with what you said, just asking. Personally, I'd avoid the net but I'll be interested in seeing what you and others say.

If she gets one who's been in a tank with any other fish or even a snail, no doubt she should net him.

sirdarksol

Sorry, I read "minnows or tetras" in one of the first posts, and got confused as to the end inhabitants.

Still, some people have other critters in with their bettas, and it's a good piece of advice in these cases.
I do try to avoid netting my fish as much as I can. Sometimes you can't avoid it, though. (thankfully, my betta is the sole inhabitant of his tank, and he's pretty willing to swim into a cup if I need to move him)

Lucy

I use a cup if I have to move any of my fish/frogs...never the net, I just can't stand to see them lying in it so helpless even if just for a moment and I'm always afraid of them getting hurt.
When I said use a net....I meant just to guide it.

Escobar

All are very good comments above. Just something to add is that you should read up on the notrogen cycle asweel before you start cycling your tank. That way, you will understand why you are adding all these products, what you will be testing when your test kit arrives. Once you have a more basic understanding of all this, then it will all start to make sense to you. So don't worry too much. It is all alot to take in at the beginning but it alll starts to make sense if you understand the WHY aswell as the HOW?

ScarfaceShaz

Tushay !

pamelakt

He will be the sole occupant of his batchelor pad I have no fish at the moment.

I have read up on the cycling its just its alot to take in & science was never my strong point. I'm sure I'll get used to it once I get started. I'm still waiting on my test kit to arrive in the post so when it does I can have a good read up on whats in there...

soldieroffortune1974

It sounds like the fish has found a good home,and will be well taken care of.I have to add,that I don't care for the floating bag. Then again,I don't put anything in my aquarium that comes from the LFS,except the fish.

I would recommend the drip method for acclimating your new companion to his new home.It's the only method I use.

Can someone explain

pamelakt

He's certainly going to be spoilt and I'm really keen to be a good Betta mummy! Can't wait to show you all piccies once I have him, whoever he may be.....