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[lil BIG dwarf]

I know there is a lot of rock mistreatment and misinformation out there, so I figured I should share my master list so that ALL HH members will give there Rocks proper care.

 

General Care-

 

"The Care And Training Of Your Pet Rock"'

 

Basic guide to Rock Breeds

 

Nutrition-

 

'The Care And Feeding Of A Pet Rock In 4 Easy Steps"

 

Forums/Youtube Channels/Social-

 

Rock Care Central (Forum)

 

Pet Rock Club

 

Good Care Videos-

Spoiler

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEIxqVYxvUtiwHWDlcxhMrm2f7evqphhn

 

Video's to show your rock-

Spoiler

 

*NOTE-Taking your rocks outside is not recomended

Sorry this isn't much info, but good rock care is hard to find. If you have any questions about proper rock care, please ask via PM or in the Replies, and I'll do my best to help you and your rock. If you believe your rock may be sick, especially if they feel heavy, are very quiet, and are lethargic (these are signs of the deadly Rock Bottom, which should be avoided at all costs), PLEASE contact a specialized exotic rock vet for treatment.

Edited by lil BIG dwarf, 14 December 2020 - 11:08 AM.

[Tater]

https://rock-care-central.freeforums.net/

 

:3

[Alis]

Why do I feel so guilty for the rocks in Cotton's cage

 

How can I improve their care?

[lil BIG dwarf]

https://rock-care-central.freeforums.net/

 

:3

 

I forgot to link this! I'll add it. I personally don't have an account, but it's the best place for updated rock care and is so friendly!

 

Why do I feel so guilty for the rocks in Cotton's cage

 

How can I improve their care?

 

Do they have a large space to roam? Whats there diet? Do they ever scuffle? Does Cotton every nibble/step on them? Rocks and Hamsters can safely co-hab,but you need to be VERY careful.

Edited by lil BIG dwarf, 14 December 2020 - 01:50 AM.

[Alis]

 

 

Do they have a large space to roam? They have the whole platform of the Prevue 528! Whats there diet? Rocks eat? Do they ever scuffle? Nope just silence Does Cotton every nibble/step on them? He places his paw on the sometimes and puts his body on them every once in a while! Rocks and Hamsters can safely co-hab,but you need to be VERY careful.

[♥ brie ♥]

thank you for this, i’m tired of seeing all the blatent rock abuse smh

[♥ Dwarf Hammie 360 ♥]

Are rocks social or solitary animals?

[lil BIG dwarf]

 

 

 

Do they have a large space to roam? They have the whole platform of the Prevue 528! Whats there diet? Rocks eat? Do they ever scuffle? Nope just silence Does Cotton every nibble/step on them? He places his paw on the sometimes and puts his body on them every once in a while! Rocks and Hamsters can safely co-hab,but you need to be VERY careful.

 

 

I would make sure there large enough to handle being used as a seat, and maybe give them a little bit of sand or herbs in case they get hungry as they tend to eat once every 10-20 years or so

It sounds like your doing great! Just wastch out for any scuffles, and be careful with different rock species as well as your hamster. You may find these helpful-

"The Care And Training Of Your Pet Rock"'

 

"The Care And Feeding Of A Pet Rock In 4 Easy Steps"

thank you for this, i’m tired of seeing all the blatent rock abuse smh

THANNKKKK YOUUUUUUUUU

Edited by lil BIG dwarf, 14 December 2020 - 02:00 AM.

[willa]

this is so true, so many people mis treat their rocks! ;(
I have one question, how often should I clean their poos?

LBD U PUT TOO MUCH EFFORT INTO THIS AHAHHAHA

[Tater]

Are rocks social or solitary animals?

Depends on the rock, I own both a social species and anit-social species. My lava rock hates other rocks though loves me

[lil BIG dwarf]

Are rocks social or solitary animals?

 

Depends on the species. Larger rocks do best alone but can be in pairs or groups if your careful. Sandstone should be alone most of the time as they tend to have awful personalities, and round pebbles are great for co - habbing. If you have medium rocks or small rocks I would keep them together, but you may need to keep another place on hand in case they fight, but its uncommon with smaller rocks. Large stone that are smooth are good in pairs, too.

[willa]

I would make sure there large enough to handle being used as a seat, and maybe give them a little bit of sand or herbs in case they get hungry as they tend to eat once every 10-20 years or so
It sounds like your doing great! Just wastch out for any scuffles, and be careful with different rock species as well as your hamster. You may find these helpful-
"The Care And Training Of Your Pet Rock"'
 
"The Care And Feeding Of A Pet Rock In 4 Easy Steps"

THANNKKKK YOUUUUUUUUU

ONCE EVERY 20 YEARS OR SO LMAOAOAO YOU HAVE ME ROLLINGGG

[Alis]

I would make sure there large enough to handle being used as a seat, and maybe give them a little bit of sand or herbs in case they get hungry as they tend to eat once every 10-20 years or so

It sounds like your doing great! Just wastch out for any scuffles, and be careful with different rock species as well as your hamster. You may find these helpful-

"The Care And Training Of Your Pet Rock"'

 

"The Care And Feeding Of A Pet Rock In 4 Easy Steps"

 

Oooo, okay! Do you know which species my rocks are?

[lil BIG dwarf]

this is so true, so many people mis treat their rocks! ;(
I have one question, how often should I clean their poos?

LBD U PUT TOO MUCH EFFORT INTO THIS AHAHHAHA

 

They eat and drink once every 10-20 years (larger ones closer to 10), so they poop and pee very little. So, I would say every 10 years or so. If you have them with another animal, they may begin to smell from them peeing on them. In that case I would give them a bath, but if the behavior continues smaller rocks may need a new home and large rocks may get aggresive, but it depends on the individual.  If you find a lot of poo's your rock may have hit Rock Bottom and need vet care, but this shouldn't happen if they have good care and genes.

[♥ Dwarf Hammie 360 ♥]

Depends on the rock, I own both a social species and anit-social species. My lava rock hates other rocks though loves me

 

Depends on the species. Larger rocks do best alone but can be in pairs or groups if your careful. Sandstone should be alone most of the time as they tend to have awful personalities, and round pebbles are great for co - habbing. If you have medium rocks or small rocks I would keep them together, but you may need to keep another place on hand in case they fight, but its uncommon with smaller rocks. Large stone that are smooth are good in pairs, too.

What will happen if I put two solitary ones together? Will they kill each other?