How to Buy a Pet Spider
Spiders make a fantastic exotic pet. Compared to other types of pets, they are clean, neat, require little space, are cost effective and require little day-to-day maintenance. Not to mention, they are fascinating to observe! Here are a few tips ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Care for a Brown Widow Spider
The brown widow spider (Lactrodectus geometricus) is a tropical spider and a good choice for keeping in captivity, although it is not recommended for the beginner. A female is poisonous but not prone to bite unless she is guarding her egg sac. ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Care for a Carolina Wolf Spider
The Carolina wolf spider (Hogna carolinensis) is a good display specimen for any collection. It is not very poisonous, but the Carolina wolf spider is somewhat nervous and very fast, so you shouldn't handle it. The following steps will help you ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Identify a Brown Widow Spider
The Brown Widow Spider is one of the common names for Latrodectus geometicus. All of the 31 species in the Latrodectus genus are known as widow spiders with the Black Widow being the most well known. The following steps will help you identify ... [... more]
eHow |
How to overcome your fear of spiders
I was once scared of spiders myself but I have now overcome my fear of spiders and I would like to share how I did it. Firstly you should know that you can't escape spiders and that they are everywhere, so there's no point stressing out about ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Feed a Pet Spider
A spider can be a great pet for a person that loves exotic animals. Spiders are very low maintenance animals and the cost to take care of them is small as well. Pet tarantulas are a popular choice for spider owners. If you own a tarantula, you ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Play With a Pet Spider
Fetch and going for walks may not be options for those who love their pet spiders, but it doesn't mean these eight-legged creatures are any less loved by their owners. The venomous dangers that spiders pose may make handling them a no-no, but for ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Teach a Pet Spider Tricks
Spiders can be good starter pets for children and adults alike. They are easy to maintain, inexpensive to keep and don't require much attention. With the proper motivation, you might be able to teach your spider a trick or two. Read on to learn more. [... more]
eHow |
How to Care for a Brazilian Wandering Spider
The Brazilian wandering spider (Phoneutria fera) is one the most dangerous spiders in the world and should never be kept by the casual keeper or handled by anyone since it is fast, aggressive and poisonous. This specimen is native to the northern ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Groom a Pet Spider
Is your pet spider looking a little ragged around the edges? Maybe it's time to give him a good grooming. Rather than plunking down good money at the local spider spa, you can spruce him up at home in just a few minutes. Hold the spider in the ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Know if a Pet Spider is Sick
It's important to know the signs that your pet spider is sick so you can get veterinary care. Likewise, it's critical to know when to leave it alone if it's molting, as disturbing it could kill it. Fortunately, spiders are pretty clear about how ... [... more]
eHow |
How to Care for a Tarantula
Pet tarantulas are quiet, peaceful and easy to care for. Tarantulas do not pose dander allergy issues, eat very little and never need to be bathed. Handling a pet tarantula is never a good idea, even if it is very docile. Take a few extra steps ... [... more]
eHow |
