Dave Poehlman
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Uh.. Hermit Crabs, more specifically.
(I knew that title would get your attention)
The wife and I were at the mall and saw some at the pet store and now she's hell-bent on getting some. I've been reading up on how to care for them (http:\www.hermit-crabs.com) and I find them very interesting. But the sites I find don't really give an un-biased opinion.
Questions:
Do they smell if properly cared for?
When they do pinch, how hard is it? And how to get them to let go without hurting them?
Are they noisy? I've read they're active at night and can even make a "chirping" noise, is this something I'd want in another room other than the bedroom?
How often do they need to be fed? Are they a pet I can leave for a few days and not have to have anybody come and check on?
(I knew that title would get your attention)
The wife and I were at the mall and saw some at the pet store and now she's hell-bent on getting some. I've been reading up on how to care for them (http:\www.hermit-crabs.com) and I find them very interesting. But the sites I find don't really give an un-biased opinion.
Questions:
Do they smell if properly cared for?
When they do pinch, how hard is it? And how to get them to let go without hurting them?
Are they noisy? I've read they're active at night and can even make a "chirping" noise, is this something I'd want in another room other than the bedroom?
How often do they need to be fed? Are they a pet I can leave for a few days and not have to have anybody come and check on?