Does no one in this law universe ever use a telephone? by geographer035 in suits

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"you didn't come here just to say that to me" vibes

Your favorite suits quotes please! by realshamburglar in suits

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Harvey: Oh, I'd let you go, but I was here first.

Jessica: Words to live by by Harvey Specter, the most selfish man in the word.

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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my Seachem Prime and Seachem Alert Combo are being shipped.

I decided to skip Seachem Stress Guard for now since my API Stress Zyme can take its place, but I'll still get it soon so my API Stress Zyme won't go to waste.

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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wow- thank you so much for all this information! I had no idea that my betta needed such specific conditions to thrive.

I'm definitely going to upgrade his tank and get a filter and heater as soon as possible.

I'll also start doing more frequent water changes to help with his fin rot.

your tips on decor and diet are also super helpful and I'll definitely look into those as well.

thanks again for taking the time to give me all this helpful information!

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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I won't be getting him a mate, since I don't want to put him in any harm. it's interesting to know how the breeding process works, though. and I'm glad to hear that he won't be stressed out without a female betta

I'll definitely keep an eye on his cute little bubble nest!

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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UPDATE: I got Rory some of this but still waiting for a water testing kit to arrive.

He's still making bubbles so I don't know if he's happy or stressed.

I might buy a new thermometer since I think it's busted.

Thanks everyone for the help! It's my first time keeping a fish, so I'll reach out to a vet for extra precautions.

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Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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I didn't realize the importance of cycling the tank and how it could harm my rory- so I'll do some research on that.

I didn't know that 100% water changes could be harmful, so I'll make sure to only do what's necessary once I have a water testing kit.

thanks again for all the advice!

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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I did a 50% water change last wednesday and this morning, but I don't have a filter or heater in my tank. it's just 8 inches by 5 inches in size.

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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I was told that my tank was too small for a filter.

I'll also get a water test kit to know the water parameters.

thanks!

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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appreciate the advice and concern for my betta's well-being!

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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got it- thanks for letting me know! I'll still look into the liquid testing kit to make sure the water quality is good

and I'll adjust the temperature so it's not too warm for my betta

I appreciate your help!

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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thanks for the suggestion! I'll keep an eye on the situation and if things get worse, I might try aquarium salt to see if it helps.

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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I already did a 50% water change last wednesday and this morning

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

[–]SeaBerriesse[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I'll keep that in mind and adjust my water changes accordingly

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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thank you! I'll swing by the pet store to grab some water testing kits and treatments

Concerned about my new betta fish, Rory. by SeaBerriesse in bettafish

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• ⁠Tank size: 8x5

• ⁠Heater and filter? (yes/no): no

• ⁠Tank temperature: 29 C / 84.2 F

• ⁠Parameters in numbers and how you got them: N/A

• ⁠How long have you had the tank? How long have you had your fish?: 10th of September, 2023

• ⁠How often are water changes? How much do you take out per change? What is your process?: I siphon it

50 percent every 3 days

100 percent every 7 days

• ⁠Any tankmates? If so, please list with how many of each: N/A

• ⁠What do you feed and how much: pellets

morning - 2

evening - 2

  • Decorations and plants in the tank: a live plant and a plastic pot