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) and the Australian Hermit Crab Association (AHCA).

What To AVOID When Buying Hermit Crab Supplies

thehappyhermie

Dec 23, 20236 min

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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thehappyhermie

Dec 12, 20238 min

Hermit Crab Beginner Guides

Why Did My Hermit Crab Die?

Hermit Crabs can pass away for many reasons, sometimes it is due to the environment we have offered them or something we have done wrong,...

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thehappyhermie

Oct 26, 202311 min

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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thehappyhermie

Oct 25, 20236 min

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

thehappyhermie

Oct 18, 20233 min

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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Substrate - It's Importance & How To Make It

thehappyhermie

Sep 21, 20236 min

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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thehappyhermie

Sep 19, 202311 min

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

thehappyhermie

Sep 7, 20236 min

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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thehappyhermie

Aug 27, 20234 min

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!

thehappyhermie

Aug 23, 20236 min

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

thehappyhermie

Aug 17, 20236 min

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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thehappyhermie

Aug 7, 20234 min

Hermit Crab Beginner Guides

Hermit Crabs - The Hands Off Pet

Let's face it, whatever the pet store told you about Hermit Crabs being an easy, playful pet that you can take out of the tank and play...

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

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