I Want A Hedgehog
Do You Want A Hedgehog?
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do hedgehogs get along with other household pets?
-Yes! Hedgehogs may get along with all sorts of animals including cats, dogs, turtles, birds etc. Of course, close supervision may be neccessary.
- What do hedgehogs eat?
-Dry cat food is the main staple for a hedgehog. Hedgehogs also need extra protein, so they should be fed mealworms (or other insects) or lean cooked meats like chicken or turkey.
-Hedgehogs can also be fed many types of raw fruits and vegetables as well as applesauce and corn on the cob but we do not recommend lettuce, nuts, grapes, or citrus fruits.
- How much should you feed a hedgehog?
-Hedgehogs can be free fed dry cat food and will eat approximately one tablespoon of food twice a day. They also need a small quantity of protein each day in addition to the cat food.
- What's the average life span for a hedgehog?
-The average is 3-6 years.
- Are there any diseases that a hedgehog can contract?
- There is one known genetic disease called " Wobbly Hedgehog Syndrome." If your hedgehog would contract this rare disease in the first year, a full refund or replacement would be warranted.
- Should my family choose a male or female hedgehog?
- Hedgehog temperaments do not depend on gender. Pogstar testing is a more accurate representation of personality.
- In which states are hedgehogs illegal?
- Hedgehogs are illegal in Maine,Arizona,California,Georgia,Hawaii,and Pennsylvania. We will
not ship or sell hedgehogs to customers in these states.
