First Time Taking Care Of A Betta...

So, I recently bought a betta for my sister's birthday about a week ago. We put our new betta in its tank just this past monday and it seems to be doing okay. Today I decided to do a partial water change, but my biggest question is how long do I let the new tank water sit with dechlorinator until I can put it in the tank and let my betta back in? Being that I only discovered this forum about an hour ago, I have already put the dechlorinated water into the tank and am waiting for the heater to warm the water before putting in my fish because I am not sure what's best to do next at this point. The water has been in the tank for about 45 minutes now. I am so lost and afraid for my betta. What's the best thing I should do for the time being?

Secondly, I am buying a 2.7 gallon tank as an upgrade to my one gallon tank right now. I read that I should ideally have a five gallon tank at least but I'll have to save money for that as I am a college student... The new tank should be coming in on Wednesday (two days from now). Will my fish be okay for the time being in this little tank until I prepare the new tank for them soon? Is there anything I should know beforehand?

 

So, I recently bought a betta for my sister's birthday about a week ago. We put our new betta in its tank just this past monday and it seems to be doing okay. Today I decided to do a partial water change, but my biggest question is how long do I let the new tank water sit with dechlorinator until I can put it in the tank and let my betta back in? Being that I only discovered this forum about an hour ago, I have already put the dechlorinated water into the tank and am waiting for the heater to warm the water before putting in my fish because I am not sure what's best to do next at this point. The water has been in the tank for about 45 minutes now. I am so lost and afraid for my betta. What's the best thing I should do for the time being?

Secondly, I am buying a 2.7 gallon tank as an upgrade to my one gallon tank right now. I read that I should ideally have a five gallon tank at least but I'll have to save money for that as I am a college student... The new tank should be coming in on Wednesday (two days from now). Will my fish be okay for the time being in this little tank until I prepare the new tank for them soon? Is there anything I should know beforehand?

Alot of people will get mad at me for this but I have kept a betta in a 1gal tank for over a year so he'll b fine. IF u can tho, get a filter for ur new tank and a silk plant or 2. U can add new dechlorinated water immediately as long as it's the same temp as the tank. If u have a thermometer which ull need, just match the new water wit the tank water instead of using a heater to warm it up. U need to learn about cycling a tank for sure, and keep up on small water changes. Just read as much as u can about it or ask people on here. Make sure if ur betta isn't in the tank, to acclimate him, temp wise, before tossing him in there.

And I'd shoot for only changing 25% of the tank water when u do it. Ull need a test kit to make sure ammonia and nitrites don't get too high cuz it's deadly to fish and they do get high the first few months of having a fish when u don't cycle a tank beforehand

 

Is it normal that the new dechlorinated water has a lot of bubbles in the water? And thank you SO MUCH

And I'd shoot for only changing 25% of the tank water when u do it. Ull need a test kit to make sure ammonia and nitrites don't get too high cuz it's deadly to fish and they do get high the first few months of having a fish when u don't cycle a tank beforehand

Is it normal that the new dechlorinated water has a lot of bubbles? And also thank you so much

 

Is it normal that the new dechlorinated water has a lot of bubbles in the water? And thank you SO MUCH

Some kinds of dechlorinators do that, what kind are u using? I suggest prime, it'll help keep betta safe while tank is cycling too and u can find it at any pet store. And what are u using to put new water in? Make sure everythin u use is only for ur fish and u don't wash it with soap. And no problem, any questions u have don't hesitate to ask anyone here!

 

Some kinds of dechlorinators do that, what kind are u using? I suggest prime, it'll help keep betta safe while tank is cycling too and u can find it at any pet store. And what are u using to put new water in? Make sure everythin u use is only for ur fish and u don't wash it with soap. And no problem, any questions u have don't hesitate to ask anyone here!

I am using API ..I've heard a lot about prime though, I'll go buy some later today. And yes, got it! Thank you!!

 

Is it normal that the new dechlorinated water has a lot of bubbles? And also thank you so much

the bubbles just mean it's a new tank that you filled up and hasn't been cycled yet; it's normal.

the dechlorinator should work pretty much instantly. I advise you not to take your betta out of his tank during water changes, as it can cause unnecessary stress and possible accidents. you can use a tube siphon to take out the amount of water you need or get a cheap gravel vacuum.

I fill a gallon pitcher with tap water (make sure your tap is a good temperature like 78-80 degrees) and add a couple drops of dechlorinator. then I transfer that water into a watering bucket to disperse the water into the tank (my bettas love the rainfall effect). and repeat until the tank is filled up.

tons of people start off just like you do (including me) so don't feel bad! it's a lot to take in at first. it's very good that you came online to research. who knew one fish could need so much attention? lol. I spend way too much time and money on my bettas.

 

the bubbles just mean it's a new tank that you filled up and hasn't been cycled yet; it's normal.

the dechlorinator should work pretty much instantly. I advise you not to take your betta out of his tank during water changes, as it can cause unnecessary stress and possible accidents. you can use a tube siphon to take out the amount of water you need or get a cheap gravel vacuum.

I fill a gallon pitcher with tap water (make sure your tap is a good temperature like 78-80 degrees) and add a couple drops of dechlorinator. then I transfer that water into a watering bucket to disperse the water into the tank (my bettas love the rainfall effect). and repeat until the tank is filled up.

tons of people start off just like you do (including me) so don't feel bad! it's a lot to take in at first. it's very good that you came online to research. who knew one fish could need so much attention? lol. I spend way too much time and money on my bettas.

Oh this all makes me feel so much better. I am learning SO much!! I didn't realize how attached I would become to this betta. Thank you so much for your advice, I will make sure to make good use of it in the future.