Canine: The Whole Guide To Pet Care

For the most part, it’s a pet you observe (no need for every day walks or playtime!). Hess advises owners to line the bottom of their tank “with a layer of substrate that is deep sufficient to guard a hermit crab’s delicate physique while Pets News they dig, burrow, and molt.” If the lifespan of a turtle intimidates you, go with a hermit crab instead! Hess says these crustaceans live for about 10 years if cared for correctly. And like hamsters, they’re nocturnal and ought to be fed at night.