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Since I don’t have a tank a used the petco cup and added purified water and a little bit of stress coat and my baby betta started shaking his head like 3 times but fast like nodding but fast what do I do I have no tank and she’s moving fast and doing the nodding thing, help please
 

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Since I don’t have a tank a used the petco cup and added purified water and a little bit of stress coat and my baby betta started shaking his head like 3 times but fast like nodding but fast what do I do I have no tank and she’s moving fast and doing the nodding thing, help please
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Im sorry, but am i getting this straight?! you are making a betta fish live in a tiny cup! no wonder its sick! If you want another fish to live , you need an actual aquarium. sounds like he might have ammonia poisoning or something close to that from lying in a flipping cup that has no nitrogen cycle, no filter and no heater! like gosh! im not fully sure there's is anything we could do! PLEASE if you ever want to own another fish , do the research . im trying to be helpful btw not mean
 

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Im sorry, but am i getting this straight?! you are making a betta fish live in a tiny cup! no wonder its sick! If you want another fish to live , you need an actual aquarium. sounds like he might have ammonia poisoning or something close to that from lying in a flipping cup that has no nitrogen cycle, no filter and no heater! like gosh! im not fully sure there's is anything we could do! PLEASE if you ever want to own another fish , do the research . im trying to be helpful btw not mean
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I found my older tank and my older filter do you think that can work ????
 
That is definitely better than the cup, although without knowing the size of the tank, I'm not sure how much better. I would recommend setting up the tank, and researching a fish-in cycle.
 
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I found my older tank and my older filter do you think that can work ????
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that would definetly be better. but, you will probably lose this little betta. maybe you could got to the store and get some more eqquiment
 
I bet this was like an unexpected gift. for the time being, you can keep it in a bucket. as long as its above like 5 litres. don't expect a long life from this little fish. I think if you could share a pic it would be better for all of us
 

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That is definitely better than the cup, although without knowing the size of the tank, I'm not sure how much better. I would recommend setting up the tank, and researching a fish-in cycle.
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Yes, thank You I will do that
^And of the tank, if you can.
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I bet this was like an unexpected gift. for the time being, you can keep it in a bucket. as long as its above like 5 litres. don't expect a long life from this little fish. I think if you could share a pic it would be better for all of us
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This is a picture I took before she stills alive but I don’t know for how long , it makes me so sad I just wanted to make her happy
 
Ya she's really cute but is it just me or does she look too young to be sold?
 
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Ya she's really cute but is it just me or does she look too young to be sold?
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Yes, the other baby bettas were more bigger then her. Poor baby
She's a cute little fishy:) We want to help you make her happy, that's why we're here!
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I look up the fish in cycle but I don’t have any of the supplies that it requires ( and I don’t have money to bought them) so I did the faster aquarium cycle since I had most of the things, I hope it goes well
 

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I look up the fish in cycle but I don’t have any of the supplies that it requires ( and I don’t have money to bought them) so I did the faster aquarium cycle since I had most of the things, I hope it goes well
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The only supplies you need for a fish-in cycle is your old tank you said you found, a filter (and filter media) and water conditioner (ideally prime). How exactly did you just cycle it faster?
 
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The only supplies you need for a fish-in cycle is your old tank you said you found, a filter (and filter media) and water conditioner (ideally prime). How exactly did you just cycle it faster?
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I did it like you said, I used my old tank and my filter even I grab some gravel from my betta because I read that it helps to cycle it faster and the water conditioner.
Probably with the bacteria-in-a-bottle
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I didn’t use bacteria-in-a-bottle
 
I did it like you said, I used my old tank and my filter even I grab some gravel from my betta because I read that it helps to cycle it faster and the water conditioner.
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Was the old filter media kept in another running tank or was it dried up? The gravel will help some (not much) but if the filter was in storage and dry the bacteria would have died. Regardless, just treat it as a fish-in cycle and do LOTS of water changes especially if you don't have a test kit. You can expect the process to take 6-8 weeks to fully cycle the tank. If you have any questions members are always here and willing to help.
 
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Was the old filter media kept in another running tank or was it dried up? The gravel will help some (not much) but if the filter was in storage and dry the bacteria would have died. Regardless, just treat it as a fish-in cycle and do LOTS of water changes especially if you don't have a test kit. You can expect the process to take 6-8 weeks to fully cycle the tank. If you have any questions members are always here and willing to help.
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Yeah the filter was dried up but my sister have other filter that is not dried do you think that can help? Do I have to do water changes everyday or what you recommend? 50% water change or full water change ?
 
Yeah the filter was dried up but my sister have other filter that is not dried do you think that can help? Do I have to do water changes everyday or what you recommend? 50% water change or full water change ?
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If you could borrow some of your sisters filter that would certainly help seed your old filter. Usually one would go by water parameters but since you don't have a test kit you won't know your ammonia or nitrite. Eventually you'll need to test your parameters to make sure it's cycled and to monitor overall water quality. I would suggest saving up for a test kit. API master test kit is the most accurate imo.

Depends, what size is the tank?
 
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If you could borrow some of your sisters filter that would certainly help seed your old filter. Usually one would go by water parameters but since you don't have a test kit you won't know your ammonia or nitrite. Eventually you'll need to test your parameters to make sure it's cycled and to monitor overall water quality. I would suggest saving up for a test kit. API master test kit is the most accurate imo.

Depends, what size is the tank?
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If you could borrow some of your sisters filter that would certainly help seed your old filter. Usually one would go by water parameters but since you don't have a test kit you won't know your ammonia or nitrite. Eventually you'll need to test your parameters to make sure it's cycled and to monitor overall water quality. I would suggest saving up for a test kit. API master test kit is the most accurate imo.

Depends, what size is the tank?
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Yes I will save up for a test kit. The tank size is 1.35 Gallon
 
Make sure in the meantime that your conditioning the water if you haven't already been doing that
 
Yes I will save up for a test kit. The tank size is 1.35 Gallon
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Ok not ideal.. so yes you will have to be changing more water more frequently because ammonia will accumulate super quickly in suck a tiny tank. I would suggest 50% WC at least every other day.
 

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Ok not ideal.. so yes you will have to be changing more water more frequently because ammonia will accumulate super quickly in suck a tiny tank. I would suggest 50% WC at least every other day.
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Ok thank you so much for helping me, I will do that.
Make sure in the meantime that your conditioning the water if you haven't already been doing that
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Yes I’m doing that Thank you
 
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Ok not ideal.. so yes you will have to be changing more water more frequently because ammonia will accumulate super quickly in suck a tiny tank. I would suggest 50% WC at least every other day.
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Hi I have another question, I have another betta that is in a 5 gallon tank, the problem is that I didn’t know about the cycle until now. Do I need to do the 50% water changes and treatment that I’m doing for my baby betta?
 
Hi I have another question, I have another betta that is in a 5 gallon tank, the problem is that I didn’t know about the cycle until now. Do I need to do the 50% water changes and treatment that I’m doing for my baby betta?
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I think you could, provided it's not heavy medication
 
Hi I have another question, I have another betta that is in a 5 gallon tank, the problem is that I didn’t know about the cycle until now. Do I need to do the 50% water changes and treatment that I’m doing for my baby betta?
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How long has the other tank been set up and have you changed/replaced the filter media in that tank at all?
 
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How long has the other tank been set up and have you changed/replaced the filter media in that tank at all?
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He have been in the tank for 19 days and the filter I used was part of the new tank
 
He have been in the tank for 19 days and the filter I used was part of the new tank
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Then that tank is probably also uncycled but will be further along in the process. I did a fish-in cycle with my 5 gallon as well and had to do a 50% water change every 3 days so that's how much I would start changing in that tank.

Also, do not replace or remove media when it gets dirty/clogged, just rinse it in old tank water. This will keep your cycle intact and makes sure you don't lose too much beneficial bacteria during cleanings/maintenance. I'm not sure if you have filter cartridges or not but I would look into maximizing surface area for you beneficial bacteria by using diy media. Here is a helpful link if you're interested: Diy Media Guide For Top Fin Silenstream, Aquaclear And Other Hob Filters | Aquarium Filter Forum | 385506
 
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Then that tank is probably also uncycled but will be further along in the process. I did a fish-in cycle with my 5 gallon as well and had to do a 50% water change every 3 days so that's how much I would start changing in that tank.

Also, do not replace or remove media when it gets dirty/clogged, just rinse it in old tank water. This will keep your cycle intact and makes sure you don't lose too much beneficial bacteria during cleanings/maintenance. I'm not sure if you have filter cartridges or not but I would look into maximizing surface area for you beneficial bacteria by using diy media. Here is a helpful link if you're interested: Diy Media Guide For Top Fin Silenstream, Aquaclear And Other Hob Filters | Aquarium Filter Forum | 385506
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Ok thank you so much
I think you could, provided it's not heavy medication
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Thank you
 
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Then that tank is probably also uncycled but will be further along in the process. I did a fish-in cycle with my 5 gallon as well and had to do a 50% water change every 3 days so that's how much I would start changing in that tank.

Also, do not replace or remove media when it gets dirty/clogged, just rinse it in old tank water. This will keep your cycle intact and makes sure you don't lose too much beneficial bacteria during cleanings/maintenance. I'm not sure if you have filter cartridges or not but I would look into maximizing surface area for you beneficial bacteria by using diy media. Here is a helpful link if you're interested: Diy Media Guide For Top Fin Silenstream, Aquaclear And Other Hob Filters | Aquarium Filter Forum | 385506
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Hi, I hope you having a great day I have another question is my baby betta swimming normal ? I wanted to know if this is because of ammonia or other thing because I have another betta that a bought when he was a baby keep him in the cup for 3 days later bought the tank but he never showed any behavior like that, in the link below you can see the way she swims
 

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She is glass surfing ( not the point) which has mean she is stressed. Also do you have a heater?
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I don’t have a heater but the filter makes the water warm, should a buy another filter?
 
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Can you take the temperature of the tank for me?
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Yes, I forgot to mention that the filter sometimes warms the water but right now it’s kind of cold
 
Well, betta fish are tropical fish. They should have a temp between 76-80 . It would be a bit hard on your fish if you don’t have a heater. But she does look a bit healthier in the video
 
I agree that she is glass surfing and looks stressed. Probably because there are no caves, plants or anything for her to hide in/behind. Bettas do best with a busy environment that has a lot of places to hide and things for them to interact with. It's good that you were able to upgrade her but the tank is still far too bare imo. I would think about adding a cave/tunnel/floating log, and lots of tall silk or live plants for cover.
 
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Well, betta fish are tropical fish. They should have a temp between 76-80 . It would be a bit hard on your fish if you don’t have a heater. But she does look a bit healthier in the video
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I agree that she is glass surfing and looks stressed. Probably because there are no caves, plants or anything for her to hide in/behind. Bettas do best with a busy environment that has a lot of places to hide and things for them to interact with. It's good that you were able to upgrade her but the tank is still far too bare imo. I would think about adding a cave/tunnel/floating log, and lots of tall silk or live plants for cover.
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Ok thanks a lot for answering, I added some plats and I see that she’s getting used to them and I will try to earn money to buy the things she needs
 
Yes, keep trying! my most favorite heater is a 20 watt topfin submerjable cord heater. it twenty dollars.
 

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I agree that she is glass surfing and looks stressed. Probably because there are no caves, plants or anything for her to hide in/behind. Bettas do best with a busy environment that has a lot of places to hide and things for them to interact with. It's good that you were able to upgrade her but the tank is still far too bare imo. I would think about adding a cave/tunnel/floating log, and lots of tall silk or live plants for cover.
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Hi , I finally bought the API freshwater master test kit , What days do I have to test the water and when do I know my tank is cycled?
I agree that she is glass surfing and looks stressed. Probably because there are no caves, plants or anything for her to hide in/behind. Bettas do best with a busy environment that has a lot of places to hide and things for them to interact with. It's good that you were able to upgrade her but the tank is still far too bare imo. I would think about adding a cave/tunnel/floating log, and lots of tall silk or live plants for cover.
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I got 0ppm Ammonia 0ppm Nitrite 8.2 High Range and 0ppm Nitrate. I 50% water change including today, when I should test the water again?
 
Supposedly ur tank is cycled. You could test your tank once to twice a week. It doesn't matter how much you do it just don't do to little
 
I just saw a free 10 gallon with a filter in our bstf section. That would be great to get, if you live anywhere near New Jersey.
 
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Supposedly ur tank is cycled. You could test your tank once to twice a week. It doesn't matter how much you do it just don't do to little
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Ok thank youu
I just saw a free 10 gallon with a filter in our bstf section. That would be great to get, if you live anywhere near New Jersey.
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Thank you so much but I don’t live near New Jersey
 
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