When you are looking for an exotic pet that would be beneficial for your family, there are many different options that are currently available. Whatever pet you choose, you should take the time to be well informed about. Read the rest of this entry »
There are sixteen different species of hedgehog, found throughout Europe, Asia, Africa, and somehow New Zealand. Many people find these animals adorable, with their small faces, soft bellies and unusual spikes. As pets they have a reputation for being low maintenance, which appeals to many potential owners. If you think this may be the right pet for you, consider the following advice. Read the rest of this entry »
The African Pygmy Hedgehog is truly a delightful animal. You may think, okay, it is a rodent, and now in the world could it be an interactive pet?
Well, firstly, it is not a rodent! Secondly, let me tell you from experience, that African Pygmy Hedgehogs are actually extremely intelligent and loving. Read the rest of this entry »
In my opinion, every pet you have should be cleaned at some point in time. When I clean out the cage for my African Pygmy Hedgehog, Kokonut Kreampuff, every week, she also gets a bath.
She wouldn’t voluntarily go into a small pool of water and clean herself off…She’s more concerned with trying to get under her blanket to sleep, so I have to give her a push in the right direction. Plus, it is just too cute! Read the rest of this entry »
My hedgehog loves treats!
I feed her 2 different staple foods, and then supplement her diet with different fruit, vegetables, nuts and seeds.
Sometimes, I consider those supplements as treats, but when I really want to treat her, and give her some great nutrition while I’m at it, I give her meal worms and crickets. Read the rest of this entry »
I own an African Pygmy Hedgehog…It’s the 2nd one I’ve owned, in fact. Read the rest of this entry »
Did you know the hedgehog makes an interesting pet? Actually, the hedgehog is quite a fascinating little creature that makes an interesting pet. There are some areas where they are illegal so before you decide to make this your next pet you might want to check your local laws.
Originally from Africa, hedgehogs can live up to about 4 years in the wild and nearly 10 in captivity. Their diet consists of insects so if you have lots of those little critters around a hedgehog might be a much appreciated addition to your family.
Their backs are covered with rows and rows of short, prickly spines and yet their bellies are soft and covered with fur. I can’t say that I actually want the experience of touching one to find out how true this is so I will just believe it to be so.
One of the best parts of the hedgehog is their compact size. They are about 5 – 8 inches in length and weigh practically nothing. No wonder they weigh so little; with a natural diet which includes insects, slugs, snails, worms and, occasionally, small vertebrates and fruit wouldn’t you weigh practically nothing? In captivity their diet often consists of commercial cat food, hard boiled eggs, and chopped up fruit and vegetables with mealworms or crickets as a treat. Again, is it any wonder they are so light? Similar to a teenager, they don’t especially crave being touched and seem to enjoy their independence. Yet, underneath that prickly exterior and under the right circumstances some good loving can work wonders for their disposition. Read the rest of this entry »
Hedgehog a mammal. A hedgehog — a well-known small animal on appearance, whose back and sides are covered by short dark needles. We look a photos.
The area of distribution of an ordinary hedgehog covers Europe (including Ireland and Britain), caucasus, Transcaucasia and Asia Minor.