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 should know how to feed the spider.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Purchase or capture a variety of insects. Spiders eat bugs and will not likely survive on any other type of diet. Crickets, roaches and meal worms are all acceptable choices.

2. Feed the prey a hearty diet before you give it to the spider. You want to make sure your pet gets the best nutrition possible.

3. Give the spider food at least a few times a week. This is especially important for a young spider.

4. Provide a shallow dish of water as well. Replace the water as needed. The dish should be shallow in order to prevent the spider from drowning.

5. Make sure that the spider does not escape while you are feeding it. Replace the cover of its enclosure as soon as you put the insects inside.

6. Remove any entrails when you clean the spider’s home.

Tips & Warnings

• Some spiders will not eat for over a month. This will often occur before molting.
• You can dust the prey with vitamins before you give it to the spider to ensure that the spider stays healthy.
• All insects that you feed the spider should be much smaller than your pet.