Buffalo Pet Supply

07/03/2025

Just a heads up!
We will be closed tomorrow 7/4 in observance of Independence Day!
We’re open today until 7pm!
We hope you have a safe and happy 4th of July!

07/03/2025

Orchid Tree Pods
Great for BioActive Terrariums!
Enrichment for Isopods & Invertebrates

Add natural beauty and functional enrichment to your isopod or invertebrate enclosures with our Orchid Tree Pods. These lightweight, woody seed pods come from the orchid tree (Bauhinia spp.) and offer both visual appeal and practical benefits for your microfauna.

Each pod provides excellent hiding spots and microclimates, helping maintain humidity while giving isopods and other inverts plenty of places to explore, rest, and molt. Their textured surfaces also support biofilm growth, encouraging natural grazing behavior.
• Naturally sourced and pesticide-free
• Ideal for isopods, millipedes, springtails, and other small inverts
• Helps retain humidity and promotes a healthy microhabitat
• Aesthetic and functional addition to any bioactive setup
*
*
*

07/02/2025

Sweet Gum Pods
A great addition to your bioactive enclosures and isopod cultures!

✅ Benefits of Sweet Gum Pods:

1. Microhabitat & Hiding Spots:
Their spiky, hollow structure gives isopods and springtails ideal places to hide, molt, and breed.

2. Surface Area for Biofilm & Fungi:
The porous surface encourages growth of fungi, beneficial bacteria, and biofilms—ideal for cleanup crews and nutrient cycling.

3. Decomposition Source:
Over time, sweet gum pods break down and provide food for isopods (especially dwarf white and dairy cow species).

4. Aesthetic & Natural Look:
They add a natural, woodland touch to tropical, temperate, or arid bioactive setups.

5. Decomposition Time:
They break down slowly, so they’re better as a long-term structure rather than quick food.

Spiky Texture:
While harmless to most isopods and herps, very small or delicate species (like dart frogs) may not benefit from having too many unless placed in low-traffic areas.
*
*
*

07/01/2025

Limestone rocks for Isopods?

Limestone benefits isopods by providing a crucial source of calcium for exoskeleton growth and by helping regulate the pH of their enclosure’s substrate.

Here’s a more detailed explanation:

Calcium Source:
Isopods require calcium to build and maintain their exoskeletons. Limestone is a readily available and natural source of calcium carbonate, which is a key component of their shells.

pH Regulation:
Limestone can help stabilize the pH of the substrate in an isopod enclosure. Isopods prefer a slightly acidic to neutral pH, and limestone can help neutralize overly acidic conditions that can develop from decaying organic matter.

Variety of Forms:
Limestone can be used in various forms, including powder, pellets, or even whole rocks. This allows for flexibility in how it is offered to the isopods and can provide different enrichment opportunities, like burrowing.

Species Specific Needs:
Some species, like Cubaris, which are native to limestone caves, may particularly benefit from limestone.

Supplement vs. Primary Source:
While limestone can be a primary source of calcium, it’s important to consider the needs of specific isopod species. For example, some keepers supplement with other calcium sources alongside limestone.
*
*
*

06/27/2025

6” Cholla Wood
Endless benefits for Isopods and Bioactive enclosures!

The hollow structure provides excellent hiding spots for isopods to feel secure.

Cholla wood gradually breaks down, offering a valuable food source for detritivores.

Helps maintain humidity levels in your terrarium.

The textured surface encourages natural climbing behavior.
*
*
*

06/26/2025

06/25/2025

Available hedgehogs in this week!
First pictured is a boy
And the second lighter one is a female
🦔 🦔 🦔 🦔 🦔 🦔 🦔 🦔
Hedgehogs can be up to 8 year commitments.
Hedgehogs are nocturnal.
They require time and attention (at least an hour per day. FOR 8 YEARS!)
Hedgehogs require large enclosures with a heat source.

Hedgehogs make adorable pets but require specific care.

Provide a spacious enclosure with good ventilation.
We recommend you use a recycled paper bedding like Pure Comfort to reduce dust.

Hedgehogs prefer a warmer space so we recommend a low wattage heat source to keep the environment between 72-80°F. Avoid extreme temperatures as hedgehogs are sensitive to cold.

Offer a balanced diet of high-quality hedgehog food supplemented with insects like mealworms or crickets.

Handle your hedgehog regularly to build trust. Be gentle and avoid waking them abruptly during the day (they’re nocturnal).

Hedgehogs need room to roam. Provide a wheel for exercise.
Clean the cage regularly, replacing soiled bedding. Trim nails if needed and bathe occasionally (not too often as it can dry their skin).

Interact daily to keep them stimulated and prevent boredom. Remember, hedgehogs have specific needs, so it’s crucial to research and prepare before bringing one home. Enjoy your little quilled friend!
*
*
*