How I Do Water Changes for My Betta Fish

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7 жыл бұрын

▼ LOTS OF INFO ▼ Say whaaaat? A new Solid Gold video on a Tuesday? That's right! I can't commit to two videos per week all the time, but I will try to do a second weekly every now and then. Today I want to show you guys how I do water changes for my copper dumbo halfmoon betta fish. He lives in this Fluval Spec aquarium with some live anubias nana plants and moss balls.
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@elijahslab8309 7 жыл бұрын

Am I the only one who though "oh crap!"When the cat jumped up on the counter next to where the betta is

@bayseadones6095 7 жыл бұрын

Elijah D. Trump.. my heart stoped for a second 😂😂

@aryannarang7010 7 жыл бұрын

Be a MAVERICK i am a sidekick

@Error-lt6zr 6 жыл бұрын

This comment annoys me...

@nocableoj1221 6 жыл бұрын

Be a MAVERICK nope

@spam7197 6 жыл бұрын

300th like😃

@CreativePetKeeping 7 жыл бұрын

You can actually train him to willingly swim into the container with a little food bribe :) All my bettas are taught to willingly swim into cups or containers so I don't have to use a net.

@antswearingpants19 7 жыл бұрын

Creative Pet Keeping hi I love your videos

@akanshasingh688 7 жыл бұрын

Creative Pet Keeping ..whaa? need videos of this

@lughontheloo714 5 жыл бұрын

Yes! Bettas are highly trainable and they can learn skills too like jumping.

@alanagarza5158 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah! It also puts less stress on the bettas!!

@JC-vi7gg 5 жыл бұрын

Gourgus babydoll

@madidavis9617 7 жыл бұрын

Not sure about everyone else here on the channel but I would love to see some more betta videos. Your little boy is adorable and I've definitely had a hard time getting some solid advice on betta keeping. Hard to find people who know what they're talking about in that department for some reason.... I can't tell you how many people tell me that my 3 gallon tank is too big for Hendrix (my lil guy). and for all you haters out there I'm working on getting him a bit of a bigger home, but for now he's happy and healthy and that's all I'm concerned with.

@flashofpink 7 жыл бұрын

Aw Hendrix... what a cute name!

@KelpShake98 7 жыл бұрын

My betta has a 10 gallon tank because he's my little King! 👑😂

@KelpShake98 7 жыл бұрын

And 3 gallons isn't too bad for a betta, at least until you can buy him a home that's a bit bigger.

@mesafox 7 жыл бұрын

You can get solid beta advice from Taylor Nichole dean

@Littlewings1211 6 жыл бұрын

Madi Davis too big? I’m so excited, I’m getting a 22 litre (5.8 gallon) tank on Sunday and then when it is set up and ready to go I’m going Betta shopping! I’ve always wanted one and set up was too expensive but I found a great deal on a second hand one (the Aqua One 22L) with all of the stuff I needed to have my very own betta 🖤

@arijit276 7 жыл бұрын

My betta is too curious, he swims to the mug to check it out when i want to scoop him out. He is small but very brave and always guarding his tank. Last month i transferred him to a 15 gallon from a 5 gallon, if i could take a video of his entry.... he was so happy exploring every nook and corner.

@ajp7968 5 жыл бұрын

Mine will start swimming in little loops around the tubing of the siphon, so it takes me forever to get anything done because all he wants to do is play around it haha :) I want to transfer him to a 10 or 15 gal from his 5.5 gal when I have the resources to :)

@Bo_Mia 3 жыл бұрын

I used to have a betta fish, and he would always stare at me and chase my finger. They're very smart, curious lil guys!

@noodletongs2664 7 жыл бұрын

That tank is beautiful. I wish I had a better tank for my betta.

@northtexasskies3243 7 жыл бұрын

Admiral Ackbar Badum tss

@kikithehamster1895 6 жыл бұрын

I use a storage bin lol

@afifayousaf2466 6 жыл бұрын

Kiki The hamster 😑

@loliatamuno5262 6 жыл бұрын

Kiki The hamster me too!

@potatosalad6524 6 жыл бұрын

Average Misfit you can buy a 10 gallon at Walmart for $14

@hellyherbivore9911 6 жыл бұрын

I got so stressed when the cat jumped up in my head I was like "SURELY I'M NOT ABOUT TO WITNESS A MURDER"😅

@AQUAPROS 7 жыл бұрын

Nice vid Jenny, looks like we both decided to cover water changes this week :)

@welcome2insanity267 6 жыл бұрын

That’s cool how similar channels act like friends!!

@SreeharshRajan 6 жыл бұрын

How often do you change water?

@zanderpanda6197 5 жыл бұрын

AQUAPROS I see you on every fish video wth

@rickyxiong 7 жыл бұрын

Cat: Ooo what's for lunch?! *gets grabbed* Cat: pls >_>

@nicoletiana 4 жыл бұрын

I love how clean and sleek this tank looks!!! 😍 i just got a betta and i love the little guy. i was so used to having all guppies, i refused to get other fishes and i dont regret my betta. he's a sweetie.

@mccareloveslux 7 жыл бұрын

2:50-2:52 OOHH SNACK TIME! JUST GONNA TAKE- WTF ARE YOU DOING? STOP LIFTING ME!!

@adoodis484 5 жыл бұрын

@flashofpink 7 жыл бұрын

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@ryansfish6908 7 жыл бұрын

Solid Gold Aquatics hi

@ryebread1610 7 жыл бұрын

Solid Gold Aquatics I'm getting the same tank for Xmas! I really love your betta vids please post more of him!

@smokedogz5 7 жыл бұрын

Solid Gold Aquatics great video, 2:49 😲

@CZ-mx2or 7 жыл бұрын

What is the tan thing wth holes? Could you please include a link?

@Om1ette_ 7 жыл бұрын

my betta actually jumps out of the cup sometimes while I do water changes, they're really good at jumping so I have to put a cover over it.

@medunco 5 жыл бұрын

I’m no expert, but in my experience I have learned that it’s less stressful on the betta for you to get it used to the siphon rather than taking it out during every water change. I’m open to any opposing ideas, so let me know if I’m misguided!

@ridleylullaby4523 5 жыл бұрын

I'm just terrified that I'm going to suck up any of my bettas. All mine are rescues and are very tiny, (yet old, no getting bigger i guess. So siphoning scares me!

@Lovetuv 5 жыл бұрын

I completely agree. I don’t take my bettas out during water changes. It’s much more stress on them. Plus, in any other tank setup, you don’t take the fish out. Why should bettas be any different from them?

@sanoodle-890 3 жыл бұрын

Lovetuv it’s hard for me to get my siphon to start sucking up water so it causes the water to move around a lot. Is it easy for you to get your siphon started? Should I get a new one? I just have the aqueon one

@Adventure-Zero 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah unless somehow you can train your betta to enjoy getting netted up. I'd say just being careful and gentle while cleaning your fish tank while the fish are still in it is best.

@tylastaude 7 жыл бұрын

Yes!!! I really want to see videos on your other Pets!!! And I just want to tell you that your calendar inspired my own calendar on my Pets!!! Thanks soooo much!!!

@samt8513 7 жыл бұрын

great to see you posting videos about betta fish. i have one myself in a 5 gallon and our water change process is pretty similar. i used to have sand but i got tired of it getting all over the place so i switched to gravel and its much less maintenance haha. one thing i wanted to mention is that i dont see a heater or thermometer for your tank. i guess since youre in florida it doesnt get that cold but im in texas and sometimes the water temp does drop down to 60 especially at night in the winter time. anyways, love your videos, keep up the good work!

@Green_Brin17 6 жыл бұрын

That is a gorgeous betta tank! Love the set up and beautiful fish!

@skooshi100 7 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, as always. I love watching your videos.

@Weirdanimalboy 7 жыл бұрын

02:50 "Oh, wow. What a lovely Christmas present! Sushi! I'll just help myself to a- Hey!"

@TadanoCandy 5 жыл бұрын

I really really love how your betta looks, so pretty! It's unfortunate that dumbo ears aren't a good trait for the bettas themselves, even if they look gorgeous

@britneyelam8856 4 жыл бұрын

I love your betta tank set up and you have such a beautiful betta! I just recently got a betta, thank you for the cleaning tips!

@thebettaobsessor511 7 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I found your channel, this was very informative and I am especially glad you linked the items seen in the video so I could check them out for myself. Your betta fish is gorgeous, by the way!

@dbachelorsplantedaquarium4711 7 жыл бұрын

Fabulous betta!

@emiliafita8913 6 жыл бұрын

Curious! I was wondering where you got the little white hide from?! It would be a lovely addition to my tank!

@FEEFS. 4 жыл бұрын

Emilia Fita wow I’m late 😂😂 but I guess if you still want one you can get them at Walmart

@logankimball2472 7 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous boy! Love dumbos ☺ I just ordered my calendar and I'm super excited! I have 3 bettas and they are being moved into a 75 gallon split tank! I picked it up from a petco that was closing down so it already had the hook ups for my canister with a few modifications. I love seeing Arlo (spelling?) and would love seeing more of him!

@nayanmistry4641 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful tank. Simple and effective, stunning betta

@spolanchek 7 жыл бұрын

i LOVE Your Betta!!!!!!!!!!! SO pretty! i Love elephant ears Bettas. there my favorite!!!

@sardonicsardonyx359 5 жыл бұрын

I'm more of a fan of rosetails, but elephant ears can be really pretty. This comment is kinda old, so are you still keeping betta fish?

@dewitter323 7 жыл бұрын

I pronounce betta as "bay-ta" as well. Always have always will. It's based on where you live, and that's how it's pronounced where I live. I always find the other way so odd. Oh well

@pinakabudlayngapangalannga2827 7 жыл бұрын

Elaina DeWitt but then the correct way to pronounce it is be-ttah because of the double t

@jeyawilliams7302 6 жыл бұрын

Elaina DeWitt same

@lughontheloo714 5 жыл бұрын

Betta as you pronounce it like the Greek alphabet.

@isabellaspangenberg6550 5 жыл бұрын

pinakabudlayngapangalan ngamapaminsaranko NOBODY CARES

@bellayourfella5504 5 жыл бұрын

Elaina DeWitt same

@rubywalsh6216 7 жыл бұрын

Lovely to see your betta, he's gorgeous. Moved my two goldfish to a pond in the spring and I'm missing having fish but don't have the space for goldfish at the moment. Thinking setting up a small betta tank so thank you for sharing yours with us!

@LaQuichaz911 4 жыл бұрын

Omg please make more betta fish videos! I have had mine for 2 years and have learned so much I wanna keep him as happy as possible and I think I need a tank like yours!

@avachu. 7 жыл бұрын

I love ur hair!!!

@chanandlerr3284 4 жыл бұрын

I love how to cat just jumped to the bowl like “Ooh snaccos”

@ker_h23 7 жыл бұрын

Dumbos are so wavy, I love them! I saw one the other day and almost bought it, even though I have no room. Arlo is so pretty!

@angelasheppard4503 6 жыл бұрын

the waviness also comes from the half moon part my half moon betta Moon Bean was wavy but today he died

@laurenmawe3678 4 жыл бұрын

I love seeing a how-to video from an established betta tank where the fish is thriving. Thanks for posting this!!

@ellenjarrard7920 7 жыл бұрын

I don't know if you have one or not since you didn't mention it in the video, but you should get a heater if you don't have one already. Also, you should always acclimate your fish before putting him into the tank or he can go into shock or have a stroke if the temperature change is too much. Acclimation gets the betta used to the water temperature.

@deeznuts5074 7 жыл бұрын

Ellen Jarrard fish are cold blood. They can change their temp.

@ellenjarrard7920 7 жыл бұрын

Bettas in particular NEED temperatures from around 75-82, and if it gets in the low 70s or even lower, they won't be able to function properly and will most likely get sick. I'm saying this because a heater is one of the basic requirements for a betta. I don't know if she has one or not, but I was concerned that if she doesn't then she should get one.

@potatoprincess7027 6 жыл бұрын

If I recall, I'm pretty sure she lives in Florida or some warmer place so she probably doesn't need one. I live in Upstate NY so I need heaters for all my fish tanks lol but my friend in Texas didn't need one for her betta and she always checked the temperature of his water. But after her new roommate started turning on the A.C. all the time she had to get one cause his water started to get colder. So I think it just depends :)

@normalreality3934 5 жыл бұрын

2:50 made my heart skip a beat

@kpsv7702 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful tank setting for betta. I love this heaven..

@thatfishgirl 7 жыл бұрын

Don't worry about being consistent with Tuesday videos! We love u no matter what Jenny!!

@Mr345696 4 жыл бұрын

2:50 Cat almost had a nice sushi snack

@brandonpan1039 7 жыл бұрын

Use cherry shrimp. They love the moss balls.

@mariaportnoy2019 7 жыл бұрын

The betta might be agressive to them.

@brandonpan1039 7 жыл бұрын

maria portnoy possible. But cherry shrimp are easy to rehome in case of any aggression.

@mariaportnoy2019 7 жыл бұрын

Yeah thats true

@ShadowBlack54 7 жыл бұрын

would be better and safe for the cherry shrimp if there is a plant they can hide to.

@alexamunoz7943 7 жыл бұрын

The cherry shrimp are adorable, but bettas will want to eat them... they need a lot of hiding spots if your betta is a good hunter!

@AV-dh3hr 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome video!! That's such a neat tank, and the aquascape looks really nice. I'd love to see vids on your other animals! :)

@skyblackburnxx 5 жыл бұрын

This video helped me so much! I just got my tank yesterday and I get my Betta fish for my birthday (Thursday/Friday). I haven’t had a fish since I was six and he didn’t live long so I’m trying to do it right! :)

@joshfreeman8961 6 жыл бұрын

Where did the white rock come from

@ferdyabui6383 6 жыл бұрын

can you tell me where you get that little cave thing?

@michaelshort2388 5 жыл бұрын

aquarium shops sell them

@hayden7678 5 жыл бұрын

That’s such a pretty tank! That’s such a gorgeous betta!

@amorshc8659 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome little tank! Gorgeous Betta! We've got a nerite snail in our Betta tank and it does wonders!

@Jameson77777 7 жыл бұрын

What kind of plants do you have on the driftwood & how did you attach them? Thanks

@flashofpink 7 жыл бұрын

It's funny you ask, because the last video I did on my betta tank answers all your questions! Here ya go: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gNF3n8aGzry3g2Q.html

@Jameson77777 7 жыл бұрын

Solid Gold Aquatics awesome thanks!

@mattsoltesz1439 7 жыл бұрын

You have the best betta EVER (mine is blue purple and white)

@northtexasskies3243 7 жыл бұрын

Matt Soltesz I have a blue one

@rollothewalker5535 5 жыл бұрын

Mine's silver with black fins. Any name suggestions?

@rollothewalker5535 5 жыл бұрын

@Rose Lee LOL.... I decided to name him Asterix.

@rollothewalker5535 5 жыл бұрын

@Rose Lee Hope you have atleast a 3 gallon tank with filter, heater, and live/silk plants.....

@rollothewalker5535 5 жыл бұрын

@Rose Lee They don't really need an air pump..... They are labyrinth fish, they breath surface air. A heater and a filter is good enough.

@yoonboracay4806 7 жыл бұрын

Your aquarium setup is my aesthetic 💕 love it

@flufffinsandfeathers9571 7 жыл бұрын

I would love to see a video of your leopard gecko

@nanli5854 6 жыл бұрын

Hello random person looking at the comments 😊 I just got a Betta...I really love this vid!

@gabrielrader2995 5 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH!! I love the tank and I am gong to get it.

@wanhanaqatrunnada978 7 жыл бұрын

Beautiful fish and amazing tanks. Look natural love to see it

@imSaicat 7 жыл бұрын

How come your drift wood is so hold on to one place when you're dumping water like that? 😮

@sylviaa7223 7 жыл бұрын

Saikat Sengupta magic

@perelandra21 7 жыл бұрын

She has it tied down to a grate under the sand.

@mr.purple7233 7 жыл бұрын

Where did you get your wood???

@vjapple3083 4 жыл бұрын

Mr. Purple You can get most woods like that at any pet store. They’re in the aquarium section

@stephaniekayla6587 3 жыл бұрын

Your tank is perfect!! Thank you this was so helpful! 💞💞

@dt673 5 жыл бұрын

Obsessed with your fish tank! It's so beautiful 😍

@katiesaquatics432 7 жыл бұрын

Great job with the betta! But I do have 1 question. Do you have a heater? Bettas need heaters plus it'll keep them healthier.

@scoobydoo316us 7 жыл бұрын

i agree. MOST bettas like the water warmer. I have had one that seemed to do good w/o the heater, but overall i would want one in the tank. Some people have a very warm house which could effect it some too.

@katiesaquatics432 7 жыл бұрын

scoobydoo316us Yup. Basically it's normally warm here in the summer but very cold in the winter so I keep heaters for my 2 bettas and pleco with my 2 mystery snails. Since bettas are from Southeast Asia it's normally warm there year round so I try to give a fish the care and stuff like in it's natural environment.

@XxScArEcRoWxX1 7 жыл бұрын

Twilight Betta a heater is required during the winter for sure.

@Ominester 7 жыл бұрын

Its winter time right now where I live and my bettas water temps drops down to 65 but no lower. He's lived for 3 years already and bettas actually live longer in cooler waters.

@randomacc885 6 жыл бұрын

She lives in Florida

@insecurecinnamonroll5881 6 жыл бұрын

I accidentally used my aquarium toothbrush for my teeth and I cried...

@winterclevenger7307 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this informative and helpful video! My daughter brought home her class betta and I'm just trying to learn how to start caring for the lil guy! He's really sweet though.

@milkshake3365 6 жыл бұрын

I have this same tank for my betta fish. It is amazing! Your tank looks great and so does your betta! My betta's one year birthday with me is next month!

@user-ej6yc8rl8l 7 жыл бұрын

I like how the cat was like "oh the fish is is out again 😺 time for revenge yum "

@hansrelano4586 7 жыл бұрын

that cat scared me, i was like "NO NO NOOO NOT THE CATTT" 😵😵

@Jennifer-nz2ss 3 жыл бұрын

I love this tank too! I have the all black one and have shrimp and Endlers in it. I love micro fish. Your Beta looks so pretty. I also love your moss balls! So cute.💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🦐

@cadburyashish 7 жыл бұрын

Nicely done... This is a must watch video..

@marielephant1 7 жыл бұрын

I say betta the way you do :)

@dominicmountford9631 7 жыл бұрын

your betta is adorable

@kaylassus 5 жыл бұрын

I’m researching to get a betta soon and this video answered SO many questions!

@aquariusnymph 7 жыл бұрын

This video is what started it all for me. I've always wanted an aquarium but never really went out of my way to get one. Last week after watching this video, I spent a few hundred dollars (~$300) and got myself FLUVAL SPEC V aquarium( like the one you have), water heater, substrate, decorations, live plants, a BEAUTIFUL paradise betta fish, 2 mystery nails, water conditioner etc. etc. Since purchasing my aquarium I came to know a lot about fish keeping, I've joined online forums for aquarists and I've come to know about the nitrogen cycle and breaking your tank in. Spent another $100 or so dollars and got myself API test kit, stress reducing conditioners etc. etc. This video is where it all began, I will be a life long aquarist now. Thank You

@natuREALness 6 жыл бұрын

Sabrina Where did you get the mystery snails from? I have a Unicorn betta coming soon and want some sort of companions for him and algae control.

@patricksaunders8989 5 жыл бұрын

2:51 imagine the cat ate the fish lol

@KatieGlass4595 7 жыл бұрын

You could get a bigger cup and just scoop up the betta instead of using a net, just to minimize stress, that's what I do!

@flashofpink 7 жыл бұрын

That's what I did at first, but he got wise and started hiding in the branches of the driftwood when the cup/bowl came near. It caused more stress that way since I had to chase him around with the cup (creating water current as I went), so now I just use a net. Problem solved! :)

@Iamaguienapig 6 жыл бұрын

Solid Gold Aquatics You don’t have to take him out to do water changes though....

@luminolmortis5927 6 жыл бұрын

with such a small tank the fish would be a lot more stressed out by the water sloshing around than he would be by just being scooped up, so it probably is a better idea to take him out every time

@afifayousaf2466 6 жыл бұрын

This tank looks stunning!

@santhavaraja3373 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, such a clean look. Very nice.

@StoryOfPain 7 жыл бұрын

I know its your tank, and alltho it looks pretty, its not the best Environment for the Betta. It needs darker Sand and WAY more plants.

@literallypeaches4791 6 жыл бұрын

StoryOfPain it actually doesn't lmao

@StoryOfPain 6 жыл бұрын

....sure

@AlexisGraystorm 6 жыл бұрын

Why would darker sand effect it you’re literally the most idiotic person I’ve crossed over this year

@StoryOfPain 6 жыл бұрын

Alexis Graystorm you really shouled research befor raging like a madman...smh

@supernoodle704 6 жыл бұрын

StoryOfPain Explain then, save them the time if your such an expert.

@imendezzz 4 жыл бұрын

wow that tank is so pretty and simple, and i love that.

@memirio5430 7 жыл бұрын

Love your aquarium, a luxury apartment with special leaf for close to surface sleeping and lovely driftwood with lots of fresh growth.

@emilysuggs8867 7 жыл бұрын

I love your videos and would enjoy watching more betta videos!

@heyitsjam8913 7 жыл бұрын

Your betta tank set up is so beautiful and aesthetic

@rademenes80 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love your tank!

@kaylaojeda5149 6 жыл бұрын

Your Betta is so gorgeous!! I’ve been trying to find one like him!

@botanicalsoul1490 7 жыл бұрын

I really love your betta videos

@markvincentnicasio4204 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the new knowledge especially for someone like me who is new to caring for betta fish❣️

@calebnagle9587 6 жыл бұрын

I have watched this already 10000 times but, its solid gold and your beta fish and its tank is sooo beautiful

@valerenta 7 жыл бұрын

This was really helpful, thank you!

@chocoJUBU 5 жыл бұрын

I look at your beta and remind me of my old beta. I miss him. The video is so beautiful :)

@saylorlangseth4647 4 жыл бұрын

The tank is so modern and simple I LOVE IT.

@phonce5873 5 жыл бұрын

Nice aquarium for betta fish.I really like it 👍

@ObscureChan 7 жыл бұрын

i love how your tank looks !

@josh8747 7 жыл бұрын

Your betta looks amazing!!

@COOPERSCICHILDS 7 жыл бұрын

nice way to do it Great job Beautiful tank and I 💘 your videos I would 💘 to see more of them

@rileyeckert1817 7 жыл бұрын

I just got a dumbo betta named Cosmo and he lives in a fluval spec V as well! I also modified my filter flow by pulling off the little nozzle at the end and shoving a piece of fine sponge in there. so that's another option for fixing the flow.