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I'd add that you should label everything clearly. It's easy to mix up bags when you're stressed. And don't forget to acclimate them slowly when you set up the new tank, even if it's the same water.

I'd like to know the exact pH reading you got after stabilizing the water, as that's crucial for a betta's well-being. Since bettas originate from soft, acidic waters with a general hardness below 150ppm and a pH below 7.0, a pH between 6.0 and 7.0 would be suitable for Caboose.

It's also ...

I've had success with frozen peas for debloating my betta in the past. What I do is thaw them out in hot water, then I remove the skin - this is a crucial step since the skin's too thick for them. After that, I mash them up into tiny pieces that are easy for my betta to eat, and just drop them ...

I've been noticing some issues with my 1 year old fin tank, Caboose, lately. He's been floating nose down with his tail fin up high and a slight curve in his back, just hanging out near the bottom of his tank. The weird thing is, he's still eating like a champ - as long as I hold him up to his food ...