Quote Originally Posted by Scooby4
Keep in mind hedgehogs are nocturnal creatures. They also normally live in England under hedgerows. Hence the name "hedgehog". They are treated like nuisances there. So keep in mind the weather conditions found in England/Europe and try to keep the hedgehog into that temperature range. It isn't that far off from what we have here.

Most hedgehogs that are pets are not the wild english hedgehogs, which are not often kept as pets. They are usually the African pygmy hedgehogs. While they are also nocturnal, they are not accustomed to the colder Northern climes.

I hope your hedgie is okay, and am glad he is at the vet's!