new hedge hog

[Karen]

Hedgehogs are wild animals, they are not pets. I don't recommend getting a hedgehog as you may not be able to give it the proper diet and probably won't be able to get good vet care for it. Hedgehogs are nocturnal wild animals, they aren't like hamsters, they aren't cuddly and fluffy. I haven't got a clue where you'd get one from, I hope you don't get one. Please if you want another pet consider visiting your local rescue centre and seeing what they have there. Read about the animal thoroughly before you get it. Hamsters, mice, rats, chinchillas, rabbits etc can be kept as pets, I really don't think hedgehogs should be kept as pets.

These are not the hedgehogs you in the UK have wild in your garden, they are usually African Pygmy hedgehogs, and are far different critters, as they have been kept as pets for generations (hedgie generations, anyway).

[Flatcoatluver]

We don't have hegies in are area for pets, what do they look like when there domesticated???? they sound like a awsome animal!

[dab_20]

they look like a regular hedge hog. but friendlier.

i will get a pic soon, my camera battery is dead.

[BitsyNaceyDog]

These are not the hedgehogs you in the UK have wild in your garden, they are usually African Pygmy hedgehogs, and are far different critters, as they have been kept as pets for generations (hedgie generations, anyway).

I was just about to say the same thing.

African Pygmy hedgehogs make great pets. They are much easier than chinchillas IMO.

[dab_20]

yes, that is the kind of hedge hog i got. a little male 7 month old salt and pepper african pygmy hedge hog. what a sweetie he is too so if you want a small pet-easy to take care of-no smell (unless you dont clean the cage) get a hedge hog! of course some are little buggers to tame, so have alot of patience.

[luckies4me]

Hedgehogs ARE domesticated. They have been bred for many years, come in all sorts of colors, are tame critters that can make fabulous pets. I've owned hedgies now for about ten years and will always keep the little critters. They are great pets! If you have any questions about care etc. just ask me. I've had tons of experience with them.

Also, they CAN be cuddly. Flower cuddles with me all the time. Sometimes we even fall asleep together. If your hedgehog is tame enough they will keep their quills layed flat, meaning you won't get poked.

[megannlizzy]

Hi as far as food i was told cat food can be given as a treat i have been looking into them for months now will be getting one after xmas. I know their diet is simular to an iguana "which i own" but was told its a little more diffucult. They need the greens veggies and fruits like an iguana. along with meal worms and different kinds of animal protien. I know the sell hedge hog food at pet stores and they should be given that along with the other things i mentioned. I have heard good stories of people owning them and also heard horror stories. That goes with any pet tho, if taken care of right and loved on alot they can be wonderful pets, "same with an iggy" I know if fed the right food and housed just right they can live very long, i am 90% sure i will be getting one. They are just to cute, also will be rescuing it. as i did all my animals, good luck check out thihttp://netvet.wustl.edu/species/exotic/hedgehog.htms page

[dab_20]

thanks. hes gotten used to us and is really nice. i know what i am doing now

[jesse_3]

I'm glad that you have gotten the hang of it!

We don't have hegies in are area for pets, what do they look like when there domesticated???? they sound like a awsome animal!

Here is a pic of my RB Pepper:


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