Comments on: Do Hedgehogs Make Good Pets?

By: Meg

Meg — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 09:33:04 +0000

In reply to Robin.

Hi Robin, thanks for sharing these important facts.
I know some states have placed strong laws against trading exotic animal and so, hedgehogs are illegal.
Regards,
Margarita.

By: Meg

Meg — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 09:21:05 +0000

In reply to Ken Hobart.

Hi Ken, thanks for your input.
I agree. Hedgehog are, in many countries, considered exotic animals, therefore they should be treated as such. I’ve been working on the site to reflect this fact and to avoid supporting the illegal commercialization.
Regards,
Margarita.

By: Robin

Robin — Mon, 24 Jun 2019 04:24:39 +0000

The hedgie here in the states are an African pygmy derivative and are bred as pets. Wild hedgie don’t exist here. I understand that in England and other European and African countries they are wild and should be assisted to stay so.

My hedgie is amazing and fun and would die here in the winter. I think its like the difference between wild and domestic sheep.

I wish we did have wild hedgie.

By: Ken Hobart

Ken Hobart — Mon, 25 Mar 2019 22:45:34 +0000

If you love wild animals do not keep them imprisoned as pets. They are not toys. Support them to live a natural life in the wild where they belong. Your hedgehog might appear to learn to love you but what choice does it have?

By: Ralph Hentall

Ralph Hentall — Fri, 28 Sep 2018 20:52:08 +0000

Do not make hedgehogs pets. These are wild creatures. Enjoy them in the wild; that is, in your garden. Think it a privilege that they come to be fed. A good cat food is all you need. The will get all the green nutrients winter and summer by foraging. Study them and learn by watching their behavior.

By: Maxine Easey

Maxine Easey — Tue, 24 Apr 2018 05:22:28 +0000

Hi. I’m glad to see someone providing such a valuable service. There’s a lot to know about loving and caring for a hedgie. When I lived in England, they ran wild there. In 2 years I only managed to see 2.
We adopted a rescue dog after returning to the USA, and she was a complete joy until cancer on her spine took her from us. I managed to get my son’s hedgie after that due to his traveling for work. I had 3 great years with Steve. They have unique characters, just like people.. He teased about coming out to play, he was litter-trained, he played games, and I miss him every day & night. He really was great! He just made the 5 year life span before becoming sick. A recommended vet whose staff all treated Steve like any other pet – using hands, not gloves; talking to him like any other pet, had to tell me he had cancer all over inside him. It’s the main killer of hedgies. I had 2 more days with him, w/ pain meds, and we played a lot. Took him back to be cremated. I have his ashes, too. Always look for a vet who treats your hedgie like the pet he/she is. One we saw always wore big gloves, spoke only to us and with talking and soothing. They do need your time, and will poop when running in their wheels each night. It’s smelly, but natural, and messy. Remember, they can’t get you when they’re hungry or thirsty. YOU have to LOOK OUT FOR THEM. Steve loved turkey burgers! Have fun!!

By: kristin dina plowes

kristin dina plowes — Fri, 19 Jan 2018 10:56:17 +0000

These are wild animals and better to care for the wild environment than one, solitary hedgehog

By: Meg

Meg — Thu, 04 May 2017 17:45:53 +0000

In reply to angela shrout. That makes me so happy to hear Angela!

By: angela shrout

angela shrout — Fri, 07 Apr 2017 01:30:26 +0000

I just got my hedgehog and thanks to you i have more helpful information on her care than anywhere else thank you

By: Brittany salla

Brittany salla — Thu, 02 Feb 2017 06:44:22 +0000

Hi
I was reading about the hedgehogs and I want one really bad if you can help me find one I will be so happy. I live in United States.
To be more specific McCreary County Kentucky. Thank you Jennifer Eldredge