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by windrunner
Thu Jul 21, 2022 10:31 am
Forum: Bettas
Topic: Betta with a large belly
Replies: 14
Views: 2461

Re: Betta with a large belly

Thanks for the replies guys.
So, I'll make sure to avoid using table salt. I'm not sure if pet stores carry pure Sodium Chloride, or if I should try a pharmacy instead.
Also, @almond, yeah it's a male betta.
by windrunner
Wed Jul 20, 2022 6:43 pm
Forum: Bettas
Topic: Betta with a large belly
Replies: 14
Views: 2461

Re: Betta with a large belly

Hi guys, thanks for the replies. I really appreciate your input. I'm considering the salt baths, but I'm not sure about the dosage. If I'm using 5 liters of water, how much salt should I add? And how long should I keep my Betta in the bath? I know his belly is huge and it's been like this for over a ...
by windrunner
Tue Jul 19, 2022 11:11 pm
Forum: Bettas
Topic: Betta with a large belly
Replies: 14
Views: 2461

Re: Betta with a large belly

Hi Nick, sorry I'm late responding - my post was originally in another thread and it got split into a new one by the admin team, so I didn't get a notification.

I'm uploading a few pics, it's always better to see the problem. I'm feeding my betta Sera Granulate Menu, see attached pics. He gets 3-4 ...
by windrunner
Tue Jul 19, 2022 7:31 pm
Forum: Bettas
Topic: Betta with a large belly
Replies: 14
Views: 2461

Betta with a large belly

Hi everyone,
I stumbled upon this thread while searching about betta belly issues.
I know it's an old thread, but I'm hoping someone might have some new info to share.
My betta has a huge belly, it's like a balloon, but no scales issues.
I'm worried he'll exlodge, and it's not just constipation ...