Four Abandoned Hermit Crabs Pick Out New Shells | The Dodo

This woman found 4 hermit crabs in a box on the road — so she took them home and let them pick out new shells ❤️

We talked to Ariel, who told us that painted shells are actually toxic, and how they each have distinct personalities!

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[spcychickn]

Beautiful. Glad they found someone who cares.

[varalys]

What cool little guys! And found the perfect person to keep them safe and healthy too.

[GoodWillPrevail]

This lady is a sweetheart! She really knows what she's doing. The crabs are living their best life.

[buddhacat]

Boy, did those little crabs win the lottery with Ariel! Love how much care you're giving them.

[Malvikins]

Aww what a cute little crabitat!

Thank you for looking after the little fellas!

[PilgrimLantern]

From shell shock, to shell shop! Wishing them a long and lovely life! :D

[ChuckStewart-qz]

How fascinating that enclosure you've made. Well Done.

[y_fam_goeglyd]

Hear, hear! Knowing what you're getting into is absolutely essential! Those poor crabs got very lucky by being found by her.

[supermegaawesomeultragal]

This is so beautiful and heartwarming! So many animals go uncared for because they're not particularly fuzzy or cute. I'm so glad that this person has this heart.
And yes, I'm a broken record about it and I'll never stop- I always push the fact in any situation, you must always, always, always do your research on a pet before you obtain it! There is no shame in knowing how to take care of a creature adequately at the very least. But there is shame and not knowing how to take care of a creature you took the responsibility of.
God Bless this person and all of her endeavors 🤍

[newageoutlaw]

I'm glad their personalities started showing. Sounds like they're really coming out of their shells.

[angelacolburn]

What beautiful Sentient beings. Bless you for giving them a chance.😊

[indigowolf]

I love the colors of their shells. It's such a big world out there for these little guys😊

[annm]

I've had hermit crabs before and they do require specific kinds of care and they're fun to have. And they're cute in a weird sort of way! They deserve proper care just like any other animals we choose to bring into our homes. It's not asking too much to give them that care. Thank you for helping these guys out and giving them a good life! 🐚🐚🦀❤

[brigittej]

Poor little souls You are the best of humanity ❤️

[jessiesungmanitou]

That's so cool and heartwarming at the same time. Thanks so much for rescuing them! 💖🐚 Love the term " shell shopping"! 😉😀

[naomiweaver]

That is the coolest and sweetest thing. I had no idea about this kind of pet.

[ToaOfTwilightZKai]

The hermie playing with the rubber ducky in the water dish killed me XD cute!

[marlecmarine]

Very interesting video, not often you see someone so aware about crabs and there needs, good for her....

[kathykeller]

Well I certainly was educated today while watching this video. Who knew people rescued hermit crabs? New shells and they climbed right in. Awesome!

[barbarabrown]

Amazing they were found by a person willing & eager to help them & set them up with a good environment. Loved seeing them pick out shells they liked!