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[@tarantulakat]

oh oh also forgot to mention ~ the heat pad attached at the bottom is not for her, it was for the previous inhabitant and I didn't detach it bc might reuse someday. don't use heat pads on tarantulas d:

[@yungkid7758]

but I can put heat mads on my shelf sites where they are in right?

[@dboykinchen88]

@@yungkid7758 ppl usually get away from heat with T's in general. I know ppl from the UK deal with extremely cold houses so they use them sometimes. Ppl in the US tend to use lights (and heat) for the plants in the enclosure, not the T. What's the temperature usually at where u keep ur T's if u don't mind me asking?

[@dboykinchen88]

@@yungkid7758 not the temp of ur house. I mean the temp of where the T's are actually located

[@Annathesurfer]

If you ever do decide to remove it you can reattach heat mats with foil tape, or heat friendly duct tape! I’ve had to use some already because I had to reposition one and just that made it lose its stick!

[@-iceraptor-]

Exotic's lair used exoterra, he loves them.. so I think you and bruja be happy with it.. they should sponsor both of yas imo, you (tk) exotic's lair (EL) and dark den (dd) are my fav yt channels hands down!

[@karenmontserrat4201]

The fact that you still post it, mayor respect, it shows how much you care about being unique and to educate people, cause yeah from mistakes we learn

[@karenmontserrat4201]

@@drippinhippie7893 It was a mistake, she's always super careful and caring. I've been following her for a while now and I can guarantee you that she cares for every single of her animals

[@tessbarton4321]

@@drippinhippie7893 your gonna reap instant karma on yourself from leaving all these negative comments. Better check yourself before it happens to you.

[@SS_DT]

@@drippinhippie7893 Accidents happen, and she was extremely remorseful. So what else could possibly redeem her in your eyes?

[@eightleggedpets2528]

@@drippinhippie7893 Accidentally dropping a piece of cork is NOT negligence. Really hope you’ll get treated better if you have an accident. Your parents must be proud to have such a perfect kid.

[@SS_DT]

So glad she's okay! Super scary, but mistakes happen. Forgive yourself! You're doing good by helping others learn along with you. 💛

[@jennafibich6159]

My heart dropped a little more with each replay of the cork bark drop. SO GLAD she’s ok! Don’t beat yourself up Kat! It’s all ok. Thank goodness it wasn’t a fatal accident!

[@flareon1368]

This was super helpful to see for me today. I just got my first tarantula and I've been so terrified of making mistakes, and feeling stupid for asking simple questions to groups online, and I've gotten a handful of condescending responses that have made me feel really down today. But this just goes to show that everyone makes mistakes sometimes, no matter how long we've been in the hobby, but in the end the most important thing for us to keep in mind is that the safety of our spiders matters most. Thank you Kat! You've really cheered me up today

[@jess.bunnie6793]

How's your tarantula?

[@celestialbritt1215]

Most people would've edited out that mishap. The fact that you left it in there speaks volumes. Everyone makes mistakes, we're all human. You're an absolutely awesome keeper 💜

[@ladyjessiecoyne2617]

I love ur honesty Kat, you could see you were visibly shaken by the accident but it ended well....... as always huge huggles from Scotland uk 🤗🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🤗🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🤗🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TryingNotToPanic]

I can already tell you will NOT forget that ever and only make a better tarantula momma:) cause I would too!! And showing your mistake is hard and buuuut you will show people things happen even if you've done it for years. Life goes on:)) beautiful tarantula 🥰

[@russemusique]

Ugh. We definitely make mistakes, and I'm so happy she was okay. Good on you for discussing it and potentially preventing another keeper from doing the same with worse consequences. 💖

[@MissaPality]

I thought the exact same thing. By showing it and not editing it out, I know this saved others from making the same mistake. We all think we are being careful and it's things like this that show that as careful as you try to be, there is always that chance. I, for one, have used tongs to remove cork bark and I won't be doing that again. I will take hairs over risking the T's life. :)

[@davidshaw6159]

I said a rude word when the bark dropped in the intro. Thank you for keeping the accident in the video when you could easily have edited it out. I can imagine a jumping spider looking super cute sitting in the doorway of the mushroom house. Definitely needs to be something small enough to fit inside.

[@sandynix5268]

That’s exactly what I thought, a little jumping spider should get this cute house.😍

[@bradbaysinger9664]

You might want to try a locking style hemostats instead of the tweezers, you'll get better leverage and grip strength. Best of luck glad she's ok!

[@tarantulamum4322]

where can these be brought from pls I have a T. thanks

[@meowmix4jo]

@@tarantulamum4322 Amazon has them. Might have to try that, never occurred to me and I have a few, I don't think any of the ones I have are large enough though going to have to get some big ones.

[@bradbaysinger9664]

Amazon, ebay, most decent reptile supply shops, I find the 12" length to be the one I use the most.

[@tarantulamum4322]

@@meowmix4jo thank you

[@tarantulamum4322]

@@bradbaysinger9664 thank you

[@amazingbuilders9090]

My heart dropped when that happened! But, I'm sooo happy she's ok.

[@Ms.LucyFerr]

Awww Spider Mama! Its ok, everybody & everything thats alive, makes mistakes... Apologies for ur scare tho. Props for NOT editing that part out, As well! Making it educational was a good idea!

[@saras.8592]

Thank you for not editing that out- this is a revealing moment that so many people can learn from which is so valuable. Love your content, Kat. 🖤

[@Demolitiondude]

Lofty pursuits is also another honest editor. He has two candy batches that didn't go according to plan.

[@carlosmontoya3671]

Glad she is ok. When I move my big barks I use a long pair of automotive needle nose pliers (never used on engine) just idea for you love the content. I now have 6 Ts in my collection

[@SwampSounds]

Really proud of you for posting this. We’ve all seen your haters and we all know their nasty attitudes. Honestly though it’s true, everyone does make mistakes. Especially when keeping 100+ Tarantulas, you may hurt one on accident someday. But the reality is that all of these animals will probably live longer and fuller lives than they would have in the wild. Wild tarantulas have to face far worse natural disasters, terrifying predators, illnesses, food shortages, bad sheds, etc. and if gd forbid the worst you do is drop a piece of cork on a guy who’s kicking hairs at you I’d say you’re doing a good job. You got this Kat!

[@alexagrace123454321]

Thank you for showing us when mistakes happen, it is such a testament to you as a keeper, I love that you keep things real.😊 I'm glad she's okay, and I'm glad you're such a passionate pet owner.

[@kintallo5617]

I've only been keeping tarantulas for a year. I also accidentally dropped a piece of corkbark onto my tarantula. He's okay, thank goodness!

[@Julia-vo6or]

I think my soul left my body lol I’m glad she’s okay! I made a similar mistake once so I definitely understand how scary that is.

[@Cattrix999]

Well, it was an accident, stuff happens. I'm glad she is ok, and by being transparent and not editing it out, we get some education about things that can happen. I bet your heart just about jumped out of your chest. lol I accidently knocked a C. versicolor's small enclosure off of a larger one and it went flying nips over teakettle. Luckily the T darted into its web tunnel before it hit the floor so it was kind of cushioned from any hard impact. But I felt terrible. I hope you are feeling better also. :)

[@mikewilliams736]

"Nips over teakettle" lol

[@cuntgushers5557]

Don’t feel bad, I’ve done this and my lil one was okay. I felt so bad but it was accidental 😢 wasn’t a huge piece of cork bark but shit. Thank god it’s not super heavy bark.

[@plantlover6392]

It’s perfect! I’m so glad she’s okay omg!! Love how you left that in for us. It’s normal with these kinds of animals for things like that to happen.

[@kristielt5396]

Well that scared me. So glad she's ok. Has she been fine since this was filmed?

[@tarantulakat]

yes! just still settling into the new space but she’s getting brave and exploring after hiding under the air plant all night

[@loquinbritton3186]

My heart jumped into my throat! I'm so glad Bruja is okay! I just used that exact same air plant in a praying mantis enclosure! I'm a new subscriber and I can't wait to dig into your videos bc I just got my first slings (!!!!) after only having grown spiders before.

[@tamfuwing1]

How the heck did she manage to get away in time! Heart-stopping moment. So glad it didn't fall on her.

[@tarantulakat]

They continue to amaze me too.

[@aoifed8913]

My heart went into my throat, glad everything was ok in the end👍😊 Her new home looks really cool. Where did you get the hat, I must have it😍 Interesting vid as always x

[@werner1]

They should make us some new tongs with grip - it happened to me too and at the moment the earth stopped spinning and I went cold luckily it was a 3d printed hide but the tarantula also moved before it dropped - scary stuff no pumpkins needed.

[@NightfallPA]

You can use a locking hemostat.

[@dboykinchen88]

I've had this happen so much that I actually don't pickup anything with decent weight in the enclosure with tongs. U did everything 1000% right but mistakes happen. Remember when Petko did a rehouse and squashed his little T on accident? I felt so bad for him. That's exactly what I thought when I seen this thumbnail. Thank goodness everyone is OK. No worries, just learned a little lesson is all lol. Still smarter than what I do with my T's. I use my hands for everything (except picking them up and feeding them). That's how things REALLY go wrong. No bites for the past 10yrs so guess I'll keep shooting 🎲 with the devil 😆😆😆

[@tracys_plants]

Thanks for sharing that. Glad she’s ok!! We’ve all done similar.

[@michaeltaylor2449]

Glad shes ok i usually grab the cork bark as far as the tongs can take we all make mistakes keep the AWESOME videos coming Kat !!!!

[@The-Spider-King]

From one hobby keeper with a channel (a small one) to another, I have the utmost respect for you right now. Showing your mistakes and flaws and lack of knowledge, is inspiring! Accidents happen and I'm glad yours wasn't fatal. 🤍

[@spo.okyspice]

Oh sweet baby!!! Thank you for still posting this! As somebody who is new to the tarantula community, I learned a lesson with you!

[@emma-bat13]

I just found an aphonopelma hentzi juvenile death curl at my house. I gave it some water & it had a bit more life to it. So I gave it a inclosure & a water dish. So I hope it will survive! 🕷💜

[@thoth8784]

Oi've decided to name me band The Urticating Hairs.

[@stephberesford8580]

Love this. Your honesty is admirable and you clearly care alot about your animals 💜

[@danilounsbury18]

Your integrity is unmatched. Thank you for being honest and showing us that even the “experts” make mistakes sometimes too. We’ve all been there, don’t beat yourself up.

[@davidstaggs2325]

Love the realness in this video. Grabbing heavy stuff with tongs is harder than it sounds. I dropped one of the tarantula cribs corner water dishes way too close to my T albo once because I was using tongs. Glad Bruja is okay, she's lovely!

[@sakurarin.23]

I'm so happy nothing happened tarantula kat. And I know you were so nervous like I was nervous watching the cork bark dropped. But everything end well.. so glad ^_^

[@genavevesander4088]

Was almost like u spanked her butt for being bad lmao glad she's okay tho

[@JustinPhilhower]

I subscribed because you posted this anyway. Thanks for not pretending you never make mistakes

[@apss5736]

great video as always kat

[@bethredmondwalsh2008]

Just watched the cork bark almost fall on the tarantula! Listened to your explanation of how that happened and I find your clarity extremely helpful. That is definitely an accident I would want to avoid! So thank you for sharing.

[@chatduboheme]

One of my worst fears with my babies. Thank you for leaving that in your video. It makes me a little less nervous and accidentally smooshing them when re-housing. I’m glad Bruja is ok, she’s beautiful.

[@buckzx12r]

Love the pictures of Frankenstein and Dracula on the wall!My two favorite horror movie stars.

[@ramonthagr8]

I like your classic monsters on your wall. Dope

[@jenniferdailey2826]

I know this is a year later but thank you for posting this. I jus got my first couple tarantulas and an terrified of doing something wrong it’s good to see not everyone is perfect and it works out ok. I’m glad urs was fine

[@stitchinstella2425]

oh gosh my heart dropped when that cork dropped, that enclosure looks really nice though! I also love the hat! I don't have any rehouses coming up soon so I'll make sure to keep in mind to be careful with cork! EDIT: Also Valentina molted the other day! has the start of her heart butt mark!

[@23ButtercupSS]

pretty sure that was the scariest thing I'm gonna see all month! 😭.....Thanks so much for sharing tho... feeling that experience thru this video will definitely help me and many others remember how careful we have to always be!!!!

[@madddsss6326]

Thank you for bein honest and telling the true story!

[@kvjackal7980]

I really respect the moxy, owning the mistake and keeping it in the final edit. S'also a good reminder for the rest of us. Cheers, Kat.

[@Milquetoast702]

Mad respect for showing even great keepers make mistakes

[@xiaoranmo7308]

The way you drop the cork bark🤧🤧🤧 poor spide

[@RealMelodyBlue]

I said O shit at the same time you did!! Exotics Lair unboxed a tarantula and it's butt looked shaved!!! LoL 😂😆

[@mjoverocker6072]

I'm so glad she's ok, the tank looks great!!!!

[@Spoodyliscious]

So much respect for the fact you didn't edit out and used it as a teaching moment that's very big of you 😊

[@CricketsMa]

I'm so glad both of you are fine! Lesson learned, move on. ❤️

[@jaschabull2365]

Oof, that sounds really stressful! Hope Bruja (and you) came out ok! On another note, I appreciate your moving the end-card video links to let the names show up on the Patreon Pet Pics. Much better layout now.

[@Beautifulday14]

It's good ur honest an didn't edit it cause stuff happens was an accident we all have them;) glad she was ok in the end;)

[@lauras4544]

Kat you are an amazing keeper! Shit happens,she is fine and will be much happier in her new home. BIG *hug* it’s ok♥️

[@add_xtine775]

As scary as that was, I appreciate your lesson learned today being filmed for proof in educating people. Good on you dear, truly. Now take a deep breath, everything is ok. I love your channel for this very reason, honestly and your love of these awesome creatures. Sending you light, love, and positivity!

[@sarahhastings1486]

I'm glad she's ok!

[@TuberoseKisser]

Idk if this is because my tarantulas don't bolt or kick hair easily but I would have just grabbed the wood with my hands. But kudos to you for still posting this and acknowledging that mistakes can happen at any time.

[@DeathByGeek]

I somehow missed this video, good to see Bruja again. Glad shes doing well, beautiful spider.

[@EFergDindrane]

Bless her heart! And bless yours! Goodness! I'm glad you're BOTH ok!

[@chanelrussell3054]

holy crap tryna give me a heart attack 10 seconds into the intro lmao

[@samleonard2557]

So glad she's safe. Stuff happens. We do our best. Great video.

[@chicywomp]

This is a great video, it is clearly an accident. Accidents are not 'vile'. I'm preparing for this hobby and now I know to be mindful of my grip while using gloves/tongs which hadn't crossed my mind yet. You're making a difference thanks!

[@deedeejones57]

You are a good T mama!

[@ShadowGirl3055]

Omg that made my jaw drop. I’m SO glad she turned out okay! I’ll probably stop using tongs to grab cork bark too now that I’ve seen this lol

[@searchfield]

Have you tried surgical forceps? They have various ends, usually with textured teeth for gripping and you can hold on to things gently or very tightly with the scissors-style handles or even lock them onto things.. They might be safer than tongs for maneuvers like this. Thank you for sharing this, we all make mistakes. Glad your girl is okay! 🕷️❤️

[@20PINKluvr]

So glad she is okay 🥺

[@loganestes2841]

It almost seemed like she saw it coming, and dodged at the right time. Glad she’s ok! Definitely a scary scenario.

[@davidcamacho3992]

I want to recommend you a method to rehouse such a hair kicking tarantula. Instead of having to move it use the water sprayer and use it over the T, I used it once in my Auratum and they dont flick hairs in that way, because they detect that water as rain and they will just move to the other side, its pretty effective

[@davidcamacho3992]

@whatacuteTae yes, an autatum can be pretty skitish during the rehouse. Moving them can cause them to kick hairs and get nervous, so what I do is gently splaying water behind it. Tarantulas have an instinct to avoid water and rain, so instead of flicking hairs they just move to find cover somewhere else

[@eightleggedpets2528]

Yes, I do the same with my hamorii! Works like a charm. She’s a big hairkicker.

[@davidcamacho3992]

@@eightleggedpets2528 its always a good idea to use their instincts as a tool

[@Muddragon104]

Hi Kate thanks to your videos I'm less scared. I even saw some at Petco. Kind curious if a fire knee verity is to advance for for a beginner.

[@mikemullikin8942]

Hi Kat! Yeah that was scary. I was a little worried when I saw the giant gloves 🧤 on your little hands - 😳 Anyway , glad all is well and that you are honest with your followers.

[@2good4trash63]

Thanks from learning from your mistakes!! I think i will use tongs for this in the future but from now i will not go over my Tarantula again so it should be save!! It is very difficult to grab such large pieces with only one tong so maybe its a good idea to take a second one or something like a spoon to help liften it up so u must not grab the hole piece only wiht the tongs! Thank u very much for your videos!!!

[@lizzmartins125]

Accidents do happen and it's great that you took responsibility and address your mistakes.

[@mikeboyer2100]

Kat just have to say how much I enjoy your videos. I am a 70 yo guy and have had a fear of spiders my whole life. Whenever I would see someone holding a T, I would say Helllllllll NO and Yuch!!!! Could not understand why anyone would want one. About a month ago I just stumbled on a video from Exotics Lair and before I knew it was watching his and looking for others and found yours. I had no idea about the colors and patterns on the various Tarantulas or how easy they are to keep. So interesting to observe their habits and behaviors. Now I hear myself saying all the time....WOW...What a beautiful F*&K%$G spider. It is hard to believe but I actually would like to have one. Unfortunately wifey says NO. Lol. Talked her into lots of stuff over the years but don't think it will work this time. Keep it up.

[@alexpayne1364]

That tarantula felt her life flash before his setae covered legs

[@alexpayne1364]

Couldn’t say seen cause they do not

[@SarahG1183]

I appreciate your transparency and sharing that with us. I will say i was right there with you going OH SHITTT! I think a lot of people here were but it's ok! Just wondering - If you wanted to use tongs do you think that kitchen ones would be a better grip? (then just dedicate them to tarantula land) I thought the new enclosure looks bomb! and the colouring of Brewha (? spelling) just perfect. Love the foxy ears!

[@nomad_five7637]

I've had 2 mishaps with my Hapalopus sp columbia (large) pumpkin patch sling. First one was when I was attempting to feed it in it's 50 dram vial. I looked down to talk to my cat (yes, I talk to her) and accidentally smacked the enclosure with my tongs. The enclosure flew off the shelf 4 feet down to the floor. I expected to see a sling with an exploded abdomen. But I had to dump the substrate out before I found it, and it was walking around like nothing happened. The 2nd time was when I was holding up it's current enclosure, a small temporary betta tank. I was holding it by the handle on the top when the lid popped off. Again I freaked out, but after a few minutes I saw the tarantula walking around on the floor. I then put it in a temporary container while rearranged it's enclosure.

[@2257turtle]

I have to be honest, when tarantula's kick hairs it scares me a ton so I probably would of got scared and accidentally did that too T.T. I'm glad shes ok!

[@Evavassilieva]

Oh sweetie!! Don’t feel guilty about an accident!!! It was an accident and you know this kind of thing just happens! We all know how much you love your Ts and the most important thing is that the tarantula is ok! So, forget about it and just go ahead! You made a wonderful enclosure for her, maybe one of most beautiful seen so far! Much much love to you and your stunning tarantulas ❤️🕷 You are THE BEST ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤🤍

[@tarantulakat]

happy to hear from you always!

[@Evavassilieva]

@@tarantulakat ❤️❤️❤️

[@katiemcbain4342]

I have been there with you girl! What had happened for me was that I hadn’t seen my jumping spider sling in a few days. I went to look around her enclosure to see if she was alright. I lifted up a crystal to check if she was underneath, and she was! She was healthy and alive. Somehow my grip on the crystal slipped and she narrowly missed it by jumping. It was horrifying!! I cried from the panic lol. I no longer use anything heavy in my enclosures! It’s okay Kat, a lot of us have been there!! Im so glad both of our girlies are okay and that we have learned that it happens sometimes. We now know that we just have to see it as a learning experience to improve our husbandry, and to move forward by doing our best to avoid further accidents! Thank you for sharing so we can all learn with you! You are not alone in the guilt & anxiety when these things take place haha! It’s super scary. So much love to u and ur babies from one spider momma to another! 🌱🕷❤️

[@colostomybaguette6122]

almost had a spooder pancake

[@AlienChicken]

This video has big mercury in Gatorade vibes

[@P0pBitch]

Hey Kat! Did you see the new arrival tarantula enclosures for aboreal T’s at tarantula cribs? The “clear edition” how much more transparent do you think it is compared to the regular treehouse enclosures?

[@sianieb114]

My heart 🙄 im so glad she was ok

[@tinchytarantula]

Awesome 💗

[@chloesmom1608]

Okay but how did megan get mew into that cat sweater? 😂

[@jodilynn9514]

“Thank you Hanna Montana” 😂😂😂

[@ClaudiaO96]

Good Morning!! From Australia.

[@tarantulakat]

good morning Claudia!

[@didisaythat4230]

I've seen this happen on soo many channels you can never be too careful. Invest in a pair of "longlockers" it's adjustable vicegrips and they will save your Ts as well as make your life easier.

[@kerfee7776]

tips: don't panic immediately and don't get so much afraid of them urticating hairs... always avoid panicking.

[@ShadowLink9999]

Glad all is well. I cringe every time I see someone picking up large or awkward objects with their tongs. Glass water bowls anyone? Amirite! 😁 Anyway, as someone suggested, locking hemostats are a good thing to have. Also a long pair of needle nose pliers if you can't find that.

[@TuberoseKisser]

Yeah, I would pick up my plastic water cups and one time I spilled the entire thing on one of my tarantulas because the tweezers decided "yeah good grip isn't my thing"

[@kennybolt4337]

I use 2 tongs at a time to move stuff from inside the enclosure because my tarantulas have wild feeding responses haha. Brachypelmas are the worst for hair kicking. Idk what is worse honestly, that genus or Nhandus.

[@spotsandstripes2]

Try a Theraposa sp. 😬😂

[@kennybolt4337]

@@spotsandstripes2 My strimi is a sweetheart! She never kicked at me yet in the year I had her

[@spotsandstripes2]

@@kennybolt4337 it’s more that they lace their entire enclosure in hairs to deter predators.. that combined with popular belief (well earned) that they are the the worst. You will never forget the day you get haired 😁

[@Cookie4811Mau]

Rugrats: Season 3 episode 19.. spike runs away, his parents try getting him a "replacement pet". One of those was a tarantula they "Defanged" so it couldn't bite and I know it's a cartoon but I was genuinely offended. I wonder how many people thought they could get "defanged" spider🙄🙄🙄

[@GlitzyWitch]

Oh my gosh, my heart stopped, I'm glad she's OK. It's awful when you accidentally hurt your babies, the amount of times I've kicked or tripped over my kitties because they sneak behind and through my legs as I am walking, proper scissor effect as they're trapped between each ankle, I feel awful after. Like I say, so glad she's OK though. You didn't look out of focus either 💜

[@COOPERSCICHILDS]

Respect o close call