Using Natural Gemstones for Hermit Crabs?
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AngelaTheCrab
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Using Natural Gemstones for Hermit Crabs?
So, I've heard about how putting natural gemstones in a dog's water can help with health issues (for instance, rose quartz helping with stress, or amber helping with fleas), and I was wondering if it would affect a hermit crab the same way? Would putting gemstones in my crabs' water pools be beneficial to their health?
Former owner of 5 crabbies, now of 3 (cannibalism issues 
I know, my enclosure wasn't big enough. Please don't jump on me). Their names are Shelldon, Bubbles, and Angela. RIP Crush and Sandy.
I know, my enclosure wasn't big enough. Please don't jump on me). Their names are Shelldon, Bubbles, and Angela. RIP Crush and Sandy.-
Wai
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Re: Using Natural Gemstones for Hermit Crabs?
I doubt it; the gemstones may slowly dissolve in water over time and release potentially harmful minerals.
Wai
