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My water's hard too, but my betta's been chill. I just do regular water changes and he's fine. Maybe it's not as big a deal as we think?


It's true some bettas tolerate it better than others. Genetics play a role. But if you're breeding or dealing with finicky fish, softer water can help. For ...

Hardness isn't always a dealbreaker if it's stable. Bettas can adapt to a range, but sudden changes are bad. If you're set on lowering it, do it gradually. RO water is your best bet, but remember to remineralize slightly so it's not too soft. What's your current pH? That can affect how hardness ...