Hedgehogs – both wild and pet hedgehog advice
Hedgehogs are some of the most mysterious and intriguing creatures in nature. While they often remain hidden away in their burrows, they are known to display some fascinating behaviors, one of which is self-anointing. Self-anointing is a behavior in which a hedgehog will groom itself by licking, chewing, and foaming at the mouth. This behavior…
There are a number of very good Youtube channels which feature hedgehog live streams. These are a few of my favourites. NatureTec This is probably the most well-known of all the hedgehog live streams. It is located in Recke, Germany and is run by Thomas. It has 3 live cams featuring hedgehogs as well as…
Owning a pet can be quite special. By bringing an animal into their life, a person is signing up for a lifetime of love and joy, but with that comes plenty of responsibility for the animal’s welfare. It is possible to keep a pet hedgehog outside but this depends on the climate in the area…
Most caring new owners of pet hedgehogs, or potential owners, naturally will want to know do hedgehogs need shots or need any other regular treatments. Hedgehogs are not known to carry any diseases, such as rabies, nor are they susceptible to any diseases that are prevented by giving them shots or vaccinations. So there is…
Hedgehogs are fast becoming the pet of choice for many individuals today. Perhaps you have been looking into getting one for yourself as a pet. If this is the case, then it is best that you find out everything there is to know about owning a pet hedgehog, as any good pet parent would. An…
Are you curious about those spiky little creatures? Are you wondering, “Are hedgehogs rodents?” This seemingly simple question opens up a fascinating animal classification and characteristics world. Hedgehogs, often mistaken for rodents due to their size and appearance, belong to a different family. Let’s delve into the intriguing differences that set hedgehogs apart from rodents.…