We are nearly twenty-three years into this millennium, so why is it that mainstream hermit crab husbandry is still so poor? This checklist is a standard guide of what is needed to keep hermit crabs thriving in an environment suited for them. THE CRABITAT A hermit crab enclosure can never be too big, but it…
A Bearded dragon showing signs of restlessness – scratching, pacing or glass surfing – can be a clue that they have sensory needs that should be addressed. A dig box provides an activity that expels excess energy and prevents self-injurious behavior. First, let’s identify some possible causes for the digging behavior: You have a female…
Dubia roaches are resilient creatures but that doesn’t mean we can do the bare minimum when it comes to care. A healthy Dubia a day keeps the veterinarian away! MAKING THE SIN BIN MAKE IT BIO-ACTIVE A self-sustainable Dubia roach colony is an incredibly enticing prospect. PREP THE BIN Cut a shape into the lid….
It’s okay for a bearded dragon to feel stress. Any number of things can go wrong in their daily lives—Recently updated their enclosure? Stress. Too hot? Stress. Mating season? Stress. Oh, they caught a glimpse of their own reflection? MAJOR stress. In any case, humans have unlimited resources to manage stress. Our pets are completely…
Let’s be real, bearded dragons have no street cred as more people realize they’re just gummy bears that poop on your stuff. Regardless, we have created this collective fantasy that makes taking our dragons out in public feel so bad ass. What’s not so bad ass? A lost, hurt, or even dead dragon. That was…
Norman recently had a sperm plug (seminal plug) and it reminded me of the first time I experienced one. I was shocked because nothing in my reptile research had prepared me for the weird and wonderful world of male bearded dragon sperm plugs. What is a Sperm Plug? Well my innocent friends, it’s quite simple:…
To combat inactivity in my bearded dragons, I contrive enriching experiences that encourage them to engage with their environment. An outdoor structure is a great way for your bearded dragon to stay safe from predators while getting a healthy dose of natural sunlight. Outdoor time will stimulate their attention as your bearded dragon scans the…
Giving your new pet a name that suits both their look and disposition is possible when you play with these unique names gathered from books, music, television, and film! PET 2-D 3-D A AJA ALDOUS ALITA ARPEGGIO AMOS ARCHIE ARTIE ASA ASUI ASTA ASYLUM ATREYU AUGUSTUS / AUGGIE AZAZEL B BAKU BANKS BANSHEE BARSO BASHIRA…
Hermit crabs need both a freshwater and an ocean salt water pool to survive. Crab pools are non-negotiable. Use this to guide you in making crab pools with moving water. Freshwater What You Need: Water conditioner 1-gallon jug Use a treatment to remove chlorines, chloramines, and heavy metals from tap water.I use the Tetra AquaSafe…
Grimm passed away on June 26th, 2020. To honor his memory, my website and all social media accounts will forever be in his name. The thing I admired most about Grimm is that he could be so still. He would bide his time but I never knew what for. His days were spent lurking through…