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Cleaning Your Betta Tank
One of the most crucial things you can do to maintain a healthy and happy pet Betta fish is to keep its tank... as clean as possible.
If you're keeping your Betta fish in say a small bowl without any type of filtration system (or, you've put your Betta fish in a container or tank over one gallon) you should at the very least change 25 to 30 percent of its water at least once a week.
If your Betta is in a much smaller tank or bowl you should change all of its water 3 to 7 times a week!
It's practically impossible to change the Bettas water too often in a bowl of smaller size. Remove any debris, excrement or uneaten food particles immediately after feedings.
How To clean Your Tank Or Bowl
Always allow the tap water (that you intend to use to refill the tank) to stand at least 24-hours before using it.
Use a net and carefully remove your Betta fish from its tank. and put him or her in a vase filled with the... old tank water.
Drain the complete tank, wiping down all sides of the tank so that you actually remove any harmful and unsightly build-up.
Wash the aquarium tank gravel thoroughly and carefully replace it.
After refilling the tank you may slowly and gently reintroduce your pet Betta fish.
Always disinfect your fish net and store it in a place that it won't get stained or damaged.
Go ahead and thoroughly rinse the tank out after using mild soap and household cleaners.
NOTE: It's also a good idea to use boiling water. But make sure that your wear rubber gloves so that you don't scold yourself.
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