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From: neither here nor there
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posted March 28, 2004 10:14 PM         

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Does anyone know much about Betta fish? My fishy is not himself. I called the pet store and was told I needed to buy something called "Betta Max" to fix a possible virus. I then asked how late they were open till, and they were closing. He's just sort of sitting there at the bottom of the tank, kinda sideways . He's not eating. I changed the water too. Has anyone else experienced this? I hate seeing him like this.

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posted March 28, 2004 11:46 PM         

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http://www.ask-the-vet.com/betta-fish-care.htm
http://bettafinnyfun.com/bettahealth.htm

I don't have one now, but I did when I was younger. I don't remember behaviour like this, though. I hope these links help and that your fish friend feels better soon.

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posted March 29, 2004 09:47 PM         

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Oxy,

Is it very cold where you live right now? Is his water cold? They like warm water, not cold. (not too warm, of course)
Do you put drops in the water to take out the chlorine? I use AmQuel and NovAqua.
My betta fish does that sometimes....however, when I am near he swims to the top.

Please keep us posted on the little guy!

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posted March 31, 2004 02:13 PM         

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Thanks Eleanore and Nepthys, but it's too late. I just did the burial "ritual."

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posted March 31, 2004 02:32 PM         

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I'm so sorry.

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posted March 31, 2004 06:47 PM         

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Oh Noooooooooo! Poor little guy!!!! I am so sorry!

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posted April 02, 2004 01:25 PM         

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posted April 03, 2004 09:47 AM         

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Aw thanks everyone. It's ok, he had a good life. I just have a VERY weak stomach when it comes to those things.

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