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- We believe in hermit crabs thriving, not just surviving -

Education
is the key to a better future for Australian hermit crabs

At The Happy Hermie, our goal is to educate the Australian hermit crab community on proper husbandry and care of these very special creatures by advocating for an animal that does not have a voice. Educate always, yourself and others. All blogs below have been written by and belong to The Happy Hermie. All information posted is 100% up to date and accurate, following the guidelines put in place by the Land Hermit Crab Owners Society (LHCOS).

All blogs written below belong to The Happy Hermie and are subject to copyright laws.

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Stress In Hermit Crabs - Signs, Causes & Treatment

May 16, 202412 min read

Hermit Crab Behaviour Guides

Stress In Hermit Crabs - Signs, Causes & Treatment

Stress is a real thing, and something all animals and humans experience. Even hermit crabs! However, in hermit crabs, stress can be...

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What To AVOID When Buying Hermit Crab Supplies

Dec 23, 20236 min read

Hermit Crab Beginner Guides

What To AVOID When Buying Hermit Crab Supplies

It can be hard, especially for new owners to know what items are and are not safe when it comes to buying Hermit Crab supplies. But don't...

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Feeding From Your Pantry

Dec 19, 20235 min read

Hermit Crab Nutrition Guides

Feeding From Your Pantry

Not a lot of people know that Hermit Crabs can and do eat a lot of items that we keep in our very own pantry, fridge and garden! While we...

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How To Measure Shells For Your Hermit Crabs

Dec 11, 20234 min read

Hermit Crab Shell Guides

How To Measure Shells For Your Hermit Crabs

Not many people know just how important it is to supply the right size shells for your Hermit Crab. Many owners will purchase a variety...

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Painted Shells - Not So Pretty After All

Nov 30, 20234 min read

Hermit Crab Shell Guides

Painted Shells - Not So Pretty After All

Painted Hermit Crab shells are not only a waste of natural resources, but also extremely toxic and unsafe for your little crabbies....

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Why We DON'T Dig Up Hermit Crabs!

Nov 29, 20234 min read

Hermit Crab Beginner Guides

Why We DON'T Dig Up Hermit Crabs!

It's an itch we all want to scratch right? When your crab has been down for what feels like forever, and you start getting stressed...

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Water Conditioner & Marine Salt

Nov 17, 20234 min read

Hermit Crab Tank Setup Guides

Water Conditioner & Marine Salt

Water Conditioner and Marine Salt are two vitally important aspects of any Hermit Crab tank. In the wild, Hermit Crabs only come into...

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Captive Breeding Hermit Crabs

Oct 29, 202327 min read

Hermit Crab Behaviour Guides

Captive Breeding Hermit Crabs

Is it not feasible to breed hermit crabs in captivity without a scientific degree and laboratory setup? This is a common misconception...

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Common Hermit Crab Myths

Oct 26, 202311 min read

Hermit Crab Beginner Guides

Common Hermit Crab Myths

Let's break open some of the biggest Hermit Crab related myths spread around the Hermit Crab community! I'm sure you've heard or read...

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Tank Toppers - A How To Guide

Oct 25, 20236 min read

Hermit Crab Tank Setup Guides

Tank Toppers - A How To Guide

Adding a topper to your tank can not only give you more room to add deep substrate, but also more height for climbing objects and...

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Shopping at Pet Stores - A Helpful Guide

Oct 18, 20233 min read

Hermit Crab Beginner Guides

Shopping at Pet Stores - A Helpful Guide

When you go to the local pet store for supplies, you probably go straight to the Hermit Crab section. Stop. And slowly back away. Almost...

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30 Interesting Hermit Crab Facts

Sep 25, 20236 min read

Hermit Crab Beginner Guides

30 Interesting Hermit Crab Facts

•Hermit Crabs Pee! Yes! Strangely enough, they pee through their antennae glands close to the eyes. You may never actually see this...

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Substrate - It's Importance & How To Make It

Sep 21, 20236 min read

Hermit Crab Tank Setup Guides

Substrate - It's Importance & How To Make It

In the wild, Hermit Crabs burrow deep down into the sand dunes to safely moult. Now that they have been brought into captivity, we must...

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50 Hermit Crab FAQ's

Sep 19, 202311 min read

Hermit Crab Beginner Guides

50 Hermit Crab FAQ's

How long is too long in the pool? There is no set amount of how long your crabby can be in the pools, as long as you have a safe way in...

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Hermit Crab Glossary - Understanding The Lingo

Sep 11, 20239 min read

Hermit Crab Beginner Guides

Hermit Crab Glossary - Understanding The Lingo

If you are a member of online Hermit Crab forums, Facebook groups or read crab care blogs online, you may come across some words related...

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Tank Heat - Tips, Tricks & Why It Is So Important!

Sep 7, 20236 min read

Hermit Crab Tank Setup Guides

Tank Heat - Tips, Tricks & Why It Is So Important!

In the wild, Hermit Crabs live in hot environments within Australia. Sitting in the high 20's to low 30's. To keep them happy, healthy...

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Hermit Crabs & Natural Disasters

Aug 27, 20234 min read

Hermit Crab Emergency Guides

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...

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Humidity - Tips, Tricks & Why It Is So Important!

Aug 23, 20236 min read

Hermit Crab Tank Setup Guides

Humidity - Tips, Tricks & Why It Is So Important!

In the wild, Hermit Crabs live in hot and humid environments. Heat and humidity are vitally important in a Hermit Crab tank and can be...

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The Harsh Truth Behind The Hermit Crab Pet Store Trade

Aug 17, 20236 min read

Hermit Crab Beginner Guides

The Harsh Truth Behind The Hermit Crab Pet Store Trade

This article will be a hard one to read, but we truly believe owners have a right to know the truth behind the Hermit Crab trade in...

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Hermit Crab Emergencies - Flooding & Bug Infestation

Aug 16, 20239 min read

Hermit Crab Emergency Guides

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,...

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