I don't think this is gonna work!

[Jessika]

I thought beta fish had to have a plant in the water so they could survive (food)? Have a plant and it's roots in the vase the furry kids wouldnt see the fish right away but the plant and might leave it alone.

That is a big myth and actually will end up killing the betta since Bettas are carnivorous and not omnivorous at all

They CAN, however, live in a vase with a plant so long as the plant does not cover the entire surface of the water because Bettas are surface breathers

[catfamily]

Looks like Mr.Betta is going to do fine in your home We had fish in a big tank when we lived in Ma. and the cats didn't even look at it after a while.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

Suggest you buy the fish a guard dog