04/29/2026
At RHAH, we treat your pets like they are our ownโand thatโs because we know exactly how much they mean to you! ๐พ
As we continue our 'Behind the Scenes' series this month, weโre introducing you to the pets that keep our team grounded and inspired. Today, meet the furry family of Dr. Brad Gividen.
Poppy Rose's goofiest trait: she WOO-WOO's like a fire truck when she wants belly rubs or a cookie ๐
Lincoln's skill: He's a champ at hid-and-seek ๐ต๐ผ
Nugget's favorite snack: Strawberry tops๐
Marshmallow Tips Favorite time: Dinner time ๐๐ด
Joey's Favorite Place to Sleep: on any fluffy blanket ๐ฅฐ
Fun Fact about Sonic and Gary: They are currently "down" right now. They are both in the process of molting under the cover of sand.๐ฆ๐ฆ
Turbo's favorite snack: popcorn ๐ฟ
Dr. G and his wife, Mary shared some cool facts about owning hermit crabsโฆ
๐ Hermit Crab Fun Facts ๐ฆ
Despite the name hermit crab, these little shell-shufflers are actually very social and do best living in groups. Solo crab life is not the dream.
They are often sold as โeasy kid pets,โ but truthfully they are advanced little roommates with spa-level housing demands. They need a glass or plexiglass enclosure that holds heat and humidity at around 80ยฐ/80%, plus at least 6 inches of sandy substrate so they can safely molt underground.
They also need both fresh water and salt water, plenty of climbing toys, and cozy hiding spots. They are more of a โlook, donโt handleโ pet, since handling can stress them out.
Menu favorites include fruits, veggies, meats, eggs... and popcorn is a celebrity snack in crab town. ๐ฟ
As they grow, they need larger shells to move into, like tiny mobile homes. And with proper care, hermit crabs can live up to 40 years.
Cute? Yes. Low maintenance? Absolutely not. For a hands-on kid pet, a rat or guinea pig may be the friendlier route.
Scroll to the next photo to see their set up! ๐๐ผ
Turbo, Sonic, and Gary are living their best lives!
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