Thanks guys for the replies!
This is FHM by the way...lol.
We are currently in the process of finding a legit cover, and yes we are aware of the plants, but this plastic plant we have is rather soft and Sparkler has yet to get snagged in it. However we are keeping our eyes open for a nice silk plant; she wants a pink one, lol.
The room temp is in the mid to upper 70's, so no need for a heater. (It gets in the 80's in the summer)
Also, the tank size is 2.5 gallons.
Thanks again!
-FHM