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How To Care for Hermit Crabs

Deborah331 — Thu, 23 Nov 2006 03:43:00 -0600

Hermit crabs, with their colorful shells and big pinchers, can be an interesting addition to a busy household. Even though these critters may not be considered pets as readily as a dog or cat, they are definitely more fun than an aquarium full of fish. Caring for hermit crabs is not any harder than caring for an aquarium full of fish either. Supplies needed to care for hermit crabs are simple. Shelter, food, water, and a clean, warm, humid environment are all they need. With the right supplies and care, hermit crabs will thrive for quite a long time.

How To Assess Wolves as Pets

Staff468 — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:35:24 -0500

Wolves are wild animals. This means that they like to live outdoors, follow the rules of the pack and mark their territory. Are you considering a wolf or wolfdog as a pet? Here are some tips on what you should consider as you make the decision:

How To Care for Hedgehogs

Brian263 — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 15:19:00 -0600

There is possibly no more dramatic physical expression of a pet's growing trust and affection than a hedgehog's. At first, they are so prickly that gloves are required to pick them up. As time passes and familiarity grows, the prickliness and timidity gives way to boldness, playfulness and touching gestures of love. The hedgehog is truly a remarkable and unique pet and, like any pet, deserves all your love and attentive care.

The species. The African Pygmy Hedgehog is by far the most common kind of hedgehog sold as pets in the U.S. Actually a cross between the White-bellied Hedgehog and the North African Hedgehog, this critter is small and easily cradled in two hands.
Food. Many a hedgehog has developed fatal liver problems due to a diet of too much fat.

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