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Try to observe your betta fish. Knowing his likes & dislikes are worthy enough
Its always a good idea to give betta the time to get to know before attempting to make him do tricks
Don't pressurize your betta too much. Know the limits of betta.
Wash your hands well without using soap. Commercial soap is not good for betta
Try to stay in a quiet place. Outside movement can delay the process.
Patience
Quiet Surroundings
Wash Hands
Gently tap on the glass & wait to see how betta is reacting.
Trick 1 - Follow Your Finger
After getting betta's attention move finger across the front of the glass & see if it follow. Give immediate treat if it does that
Put a piece of food on the fingertip & place it about an inch from the surface of water.
Trick 2 - Jump Activity
At the initial stage, The gap between the finger & water surface should be very less.
Make a small hoop with a safe & smooth material. Then put it in the tank & move your finger across the front. Betta will follow it.
Trick 3 - Swim Through A Hoop
It is difficult for betta. so keep patience.
Place a mirror in front of the tank & try to let it see its reflection & mark that with a colored pen. When it flares, move the pen & treat him immidiately.
Trick 4 - Fish Flare
Don't perform this excessively
Safely & carefully place your hand into the water of the tank after washing well. Don't perform it too frequently.
Trick 5 - Play With Betta Fish
If fish feel stressed anyhow then don't do it