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Moving House With Hermit Crabs
Relocating can be quite stressful, and the complexity increases when pets, such as hermit crabs, are involved. A frequently asked question I encounter is, "How do I relocate with hermit crabs?" The reality is that it's simpler than it may appear. Although the process can be stressful for both you and your hermit crabs, it is certainly manageable. Typically, you will spend several weeks to months preparing your household items for a move, often starting with non-essential item
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Jul 7, 20257 min read
Caring For Hermit Crabs With Limb Loss & Deformities
Even when everything is right, it can still go so wrong. Hermit crabs with multiple limb loss and other deformities require a certain kind of extra care than that of normal, healthy crabs. Below we will cover their dietary needs, how to properly care for them, and what causes these issues to arise. Causes Of Limb Loss In Hermit Crabs When we say limb loss, we specifically mean a hermit crab that is missing a main limb, such as walking legs, claws, antennae or eye stalks. The
thehappyhermie
Mar 13, 202411 min read
Why Did My Hermit Crab Die?
Hermit crabs may perish for various reasons. Occasionally, this is due to the environment we provide or errors we have made, while at other times, it may be entirely beyond our control. What Is the Lifespan of Hermit Crabs? In their natural habitat, hermit crabs can live for over 40 years. When kept in captivity, they have the potential to live for more than 15 years. Therefore, if a hermit crab's lifespan is only a few months or a year in captivity, it indicates that there m
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Dec 12, 20237 min read
Hermit Crabs & Natural Disasters
Bush fires, hurricanes, tornados, floods, power outages... these are all natural disasters that may affect you, your home and your Hermit Crabs. We often have evacuation plans in place for ourselves, our families and our pets, but have you ever thought of the evacuation plan of your Hermit Crabs? Preparation is key. Having a plan in place and an emergency evacuation kit ready to go will help make the process much easier if it ever should come to it. This is especially importa
thehappyhermie
Aug 26, 20234 min read
Hermit Crab Emergencies - Flooding & Bug Infestation
As strange as it sounds, there are situations within a Hermit Crab Tank that are classified as emergencies. And when we say emergencies, we mean they can and will lead to the death of your Hermit Crabs! The 2 biggest emergencies that can happen within your tank are floods and bug infestations. Both situations should be dealt with immediately. Flooding When we say flooding, we don't mean your entire tank is swimming in water. When a flood occurs in a Hermit Crab tank, majorit
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Aug 16, 20239 min read