Caring For Betta Fish Ebook

Caring For Betta Fish

• The ideal water temperature, thoroughly tested by 27 expert breeders, to keep a betta's tank. Water temperature is extremely important. It can make your fish lively (not sluggish) and even keep destructive bacteria to a minimum so that your Betta is happy and healthy. I also reveal how you can keep the water temperature at that ideal level. (Page 24.)

• When you put a betta into a brand new tank, there can often be high levels of ammonia build-up, which makes your fish sick. You'll learn how to avoid that, using my very private "seeding" method. (Page 25)

• Good news: despite what you might have heard, bettas don't necessarily have to live by themselves, as long as you follow these 9 rules. (Page 22)

• You an even have two males in the same tank together (and they won't fight with each other!) under these special conditions. (Page 21)

• Learn what the best food is to give your betta and why. You'll also learn what treats should only be given in moderation. You won't need to worry anymore about whether you're feeding your betta nourishing foods, since you'll know what exactly to do. (Chapter 6)

• Plus... what to do if your betta won't eat. Don't be alarmed. Just follow these two simple steps. (Page 32)

• The exact time of day, according to biologists, when it's best to feed your betta. (Page 34)

• A guide to boosting your betta's life expectancy. It's normal to become highly attached to your little one. Follow these unbreakable rules and your Betta will be alive and thriving for as long as possible. (Page 49)

• What you must do before bringing home your new pet betta. Doing this simple series of steps can avoid having your fish die from "New Tank Syndrome." (Page 20)

• What it means when the tank keeps getting a foul smell even though you cleaned it... and what you can do to get rid of the odor once and for all. (Page 32)

• Give even the most aggressive male bettas the best possible life of socializing with other bettas -- without any risk whatsoever of there being a fight! (Page 13)

• Bettas have a unique ability to breathe the same air we do. Discover why this means bettas should be in a different kind of tank than other types of fish -- and how specifically to make your tank "betta-friendly" so your little one can breathe as easily as possible. (Page 8)

• How to safely and humanely prevent your Betta from jumping out of his bowl. (Bettas must not dry out -- which is what could happen if they jump out of their bowl -- causing them to die.) (Page 8)

• My very private method of giving your betta the means to live a long, vigorous life. (Page 13)

• If you ever are going to take your betta to a show competition, your little guy will need to flare for the judges. I'll show you an easy, insider's trick used by top betta breeders to get them to flare practically on command. Even if you'll never go to a show, this trick will make your friends ask you what your secret is. (Page 13)

• If you do decide to get your betta from a pet store (as most hobbyists do) watch for these 7 danger signs and you'll maximize the chances of bringing home a happy betta. (Page 16)

• The 7 steps of introducing your betta to his new environment. (I cover everything from the best place to put your betta's tank to how exactly to put him into the new tank so that he doesn't go into shock and possibly die) (Page 19)

• How to train your betta to swim around the tank in whatever pattern you command. Your friends will be dazzled! (Page 55)

• Your bettas lose their appetite and become sluggish. (Page 36)

• Your betta has cloudy eyes. (Page 43)

• You see split or shredded fins. (Page 38)

• Your betta loses color or develops horizontal stripes. (Page 39)

• Your betta's body is swollen. You may see him floating on his side at the top of the water unable to balance himself. Maybe he even has trouble breathing. (Page 40)

• One or both of your betta's eyes are bulging. Your betta may also lose his appetite and become less energetic. (Page 45)

• Your betta's fins are withering away and disintegrating. (Page 46)

• What to do about ick, a condition where your betta has small white spots on his skin and fins that look like salt crystals. Ick is a bacterial infection that drains your fish's energy until he dies. The good news is that you can add this substance (available at any grocery store) to your betta's tank. This is a much cheaper option than buying expensive ick medication -- and usually is just as effective. (Page 41)

• What exactly to do about fin rot so that it heals and never comes back. (Page 45.)

• Three signs that the water could be poisoning your Betta... and three recommended, reliable ways to check for poison... and then remedy the situation. (Page 36.)

• Does your betta need to be in a larger tank? Watch for these 3 warning signs that indicate your little one feels too confined. (Page 8)

• Are you stuck on what to name your betta? It can be a challenge since you're pretty much stuck with whatever name you choose. And if you have a good name, you'll feel so much closer to your fish. Well, all you need to do is answer this one simple question, and you'll be able to easily come up with a name. (Page 21)

• Do not, under any circumstances, place your tank in either of these areas, because it could cause your betta to die. (Page 25)

• A special trick to giving your betta the socialization he needs, even if he's all by himself! (Page 14)

• How to prevent bettas from fighting. (Page 12)

• Whenever you need to transport your betta (like when you move or when you take your betta home from the pet store)... follow these 9 rules and you'll make sure your little one arrives alive at your house. (Page 18)

• Did you know that there is a high death rate of bettas introduced to a new aquarium? It's caused by a lack of beneficial bacteria. I'll give you the 6 certain steps you need to take to avoid having your bettas get poisoned this way. (Page 20)

• You probably know you should NEVER put two males in the same aquarium together. However, there's an exception to the rule, using this top secret technique to simulate conditions from nature, which allows you to get away with having up to two males (and 4 or so females) together in a 10+ gallon tank... with zero problems whatsoever! (Page 22)

• If you've been using bottled water for your betta, you've been wasting your money. I'll show you the best kind of water to use (and no, it's not water from directly out of your tap). (Page 28)

• A guide to getting your male betta used to having a female in his tank. (Page 12)

• How to add a betta to your existing aquarium community (made up of non-bettas) without there being a fight or any kind of trouble. (Page 22)

• At a bare minimum for your betta to be happy, plan to have this much water. (Page 24)

• If you buy a used tank, use these special ingredients (NOT soap, which can harm your betta) to make the tank clean and safe for your little one. (Page 25)

• Sometimes an overly excited male betta will bite his own tail, resulting in injury. Use these 5 specific steps to create a soothing environment that stops this harmful behavior. (Page 14)

• What to do when getting a water heater to make sure you're getting the one you need. This tip could save you $50 or more because it will make sure you get the right heater you need the first time. (Page 25)

• A 100% foolproof method to prevent your betta from ever nipping at you. (Page 15)

• If you're not using a water filtration system, it's important you follow this 6-step water cleansing procedure. (Page 29)

• Learn the best kind of filtration system to use. (Page 30)

• Why you don't need an outside power filter for your betta's tank, no matter how large it is. (Page 30)

• Why you should use strong caution when it comes to using powered filters. (Page 31)

• Train your betta to jump through a hoop! Can you imagine how impressed your friends will be when they see that? I reveal the step by step instructions on page 56.

• If you notice a foul smell from your betta's bowl, here's why. And here's what you can do about it. (Page 32)

• The healthiest food you can feed your betta. (It's the food that top breeders use.) Plus a special insider trick you can use with that food to make it easier to feed to your fish. (Page 33)

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