How to Raise Hedgehogs

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Before you get your hedgehog

   While this guide will give you a detailed summary of what you need to know, this is by no means the only guide you should look at.
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   Step 2: make sure you thoroughly research hedgehog care.

   It is often better to get a hedgehog that is around six to eight weeks old, especially if you have children in the house.
   
   Younger hedgehogs will be able to get used to being handled better than some older ones.
   
   Make sure the breeder handles the baby hedgehogs from a young age. , Look for healthy looking skin and quills, and a generally healthy look about it.
   
   If possible, get a veterinarian’s opinion before bringing the hedgehog home. , Hedgehogs are fine living alone, and may get into fights if they are kept in the same place. ,, Do not use cedar shavings, as these can cause respiratory problems.
   
   Also do not use pine shavings as they can cause skin irritations.
   
   Care fresh and aspen shavings are good to use.
   
   Lay about 2–3 inches (5.1–7.6 cm) of bedding at the bottom of the cage. , This takes time, but it can be done. ,,
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   Step 3: Find a reputable breeder.

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   Step 4: Make sure the hedgehog you pick is healthy.

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   Step 5: Keep hedgehogs in different cages

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   Step 6: especially two males.

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   Step 7: Make sure that the cage is at least 3 square feet

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   Step 8: more if possible.

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   Step 9: Use something absorbent as bedding.

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    Step 10: Place a litter box in one area of the cage

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    Step 11: and train your hedgehog to use it.

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    Step 12: Provide a small house or nest box for the hedgehog to sleep in.

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    Step 13: Add an exercise wheel to the cage.

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