Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Product title
$19.99 | $24.99
Drinking Water Conditioner for Hermit Crab Freshwater
Product Description
Zoo Med Hermit Crab Drinking Water Conditioner treats tap water by neutralizing chlorine and chloramines while restoring beneficial electrolytes for hermit crabs. Just add 2 drops to each cup (8 fluid ounces) of water every time you change your crab's drinking water. For a complete setup, pair it with Zoo Med's Hermit Crab Salt Water Conditioner in a second bowl.
Benefits
- Makes Tap Water Safe: Zoo Med says it conditions tap water for hermit crabs before use.
- Removes Chlorine and Chloramines: Removes chlorine and chloramines from tap water used in your crab's drinking water dish each time.
- Adds Beneficial Electrolytes: Adds beneficial electrolytes to your hermit crab's fresh drinking water with every water change you make.
- Just 2 Drops per Cup: Simple dosing of 2 drops per cup (8 fluid ounces) of water, adjusted to your dish size.
- Use at Every Water Change: Designed to be used every time you change the water in your crab's drinking water dish.
Ingredients
Water, Dechlorinating Agent, Synthetic Organic Polymers (Colloids), Chelating Agent, Electrolytes.
Dosage
Recommended-Dosage Chart
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Dose | 2 drops per cup (8 fluid ounces) of water |
| Water type | Fresh drinking water dish |
| Adjusting | Measure the water in your crab's dish and adjust the drops accordingly |
| Frequency | Every time the water is changed |
| Companion product | Hermit Crab Salt Water Conditioner (Part 2) in a second bowl |
Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed and consult your vet for any queries you have about your pet's health.
Dosage Instructions
- Measure the Dish: Measure how much water your crab's drinking water dish holds before adding any drops of conditioner.
- Add the Right Number of Drops: Add 2 drops to each cup (8 fluid ounces) of water, adjusting the drops to your dish size.
- Repeat at Each Water Change: Use the conditioner every time you change the water in your crabs' drinking water dish.
- Set Up a Second Bowl: Offer a second bowl of water treated with Hermit Crab Salt Water Conditioner (Part 2) for sea salt.
Additional Information
Precautions
- For Drinking Water Dishes: Use it in your hermit crabs' fresh drinking water dish; use Part 2 for the saltwater bowl.
- Follow the Dosage: Count drops carefully and use the 2-drops-per-cup ratio rather than guessing the amount.
- Keep Out of Reach of Children: Store and use the bottle out of reach of children and pets other than your crabs.
Storage Information
- Close Tightly: Keep the cap tightly closed between uses to protect the liquid conditioner and prevent spills.
- Cool, Dry Place: Store the bottle upright in a moisture-free place away from direct sunlight and heat.
Shipping & Return
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For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What does the Drinking Water Conditioner do?
Ans: Zoo Med says it makes tap water safe for hermit crabs by removing chlorine and chloramines while adding beneficial electrolytes. Use it every time you change your crab's drinking water, at 2 drops per cup (8 fluid ounces) of water.
Q2: How many drops do I use?
Ans: Add 2 drops to each cup (8 fluid ounces) of water. Measure the amount of water in your crab's water dish and adjust the number of drops accordingly, so smaller or larger dishes get a proportionate dose each time you refill.
Q3: How often should I use it?
Ans: Zoo Med's directions say to use the conditioner every time the water is changed. Each time you refresh your hermit crab's drinking water dish, measure the water and add 2 drops to each cup (8 fluid ounces) before returning the dish.
Q4: Do hermit crabs need salt water too?
Ans: Zoo Med advises preparing a separate water bowl with its Hermit Crab Salt Water Conditioner (Part 2) to provide the necessary sea salts. That way, your hermit crabs have a conditioned freshwater dish and a separate saltwater dish.
Q5: What ingredients are in it?
Ans: Zoo Med lists water, a dechlorinating agent, synthetic organic polymers (colloids), a chelating agent, and electrolytes as its ingredients. The conditioner removes chlorine and chloramines and adds beneficial electrolytes to your crab's fresh drinking water dish, according to Zoo Med.
Q6: What size is this bottle?
Ans: This listing offers the Hermit Crab Drinking Water Conditioner in a 2.25-fluid-ounce bottle. At just 2 drops per cup of water, you can measure out exactly what your crab's drinking water dish needs at each water change.