by Millermeade Farms | Apr 24, 2014 | Bedding
Fleece Fleece is relatively inexpensive and can be found most places where fabric is sold. The anti-pill varieties may last longer and wear better than traditional fleece. Keep in mind that fleece is made from spun plastic. Plastic does NOT absorb liquid...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 7, 2013 | Bedding, Cages & Accessories
The Pine Debate Popularity Pine shavings and related products are by far the most common bedding material used in the pet industry. Pine shavings are easily accessible, are processed and packaged by numerous pet supply companies, and are sold at almost every store...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 7, 2013 | Bedding, Cages & Accessories
Pelleted Newspaper Products Pelleted newspaper products are generally made from recycled newspaper. Purina’s Yesterday’s News is a popular pelleted kitty or ferret litter. Second Nature Dog Litter is similar to Yesterday’s News, except that it is cheaper. It is...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 7, 2013 | Bedding, Behavior & Personality
Why Might Hedgehogs Eat Their Bedding? Curiosity—Hedgehogs are inquisitive by nature and often attempt to learn about their environment by tasting and smelling. Baby and young hedgehogs are very prone to eating new brands or types of bedding. Hedgehogs that eat a...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 6, 2013 | Bedding, Cages & Accessories
Corncob Bedding Corncob is relatively inexpensive, but care must be taken to keep the cage clean and dry. Corncob bedding has a tendency to retain liquids and it molds very quickly. Many molds are respiratory toxins. Frequent cleaning can decrease the potential of...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 6, 2013 | Bedding, Cages & Accessories
Advantages of Using Fabric Cage Liners Various types of fabric are good options for people with allergies or hedgehogs with bedding sensitivities. Many owners like the fact that fabric bedding is recyclable (washable) and stores easily. Fabric is less likely to...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 6, 2013 | Bedding, Cages & Accessories
Type Unfortunately, we have yet to find the perfect bedding to use with our hedgehogs. Almost every hedgehog owner and veterinarian has slightly different recommendations and opinions. Keep in mind no bedding manufacturer is going to label their product as inferior or...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 4, 2013 | Bedding, Cages & Accessories
VIDEO.: Avoid these bedding options Cedar Shavings One doesn’t have to search very hard to find numerous warnings and studies showing the dangers of using cedar for animal, reptile or bird bedding. NEVER use cedar shavings because they contain a toxin called...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 24, 2014 | Health
Respiratory Infections can quickly become life threatening if not treated at the first signs of illness. Respiratory infections can be viral or bacterial in nature. Respiratory disease can range from a mild upper respiratory problem to a severe pneumonia. (Midwest...
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by Millermeade Farms | Nov 13, 2013 | Care, FAQ, Health
Care When should I take him to the vet for a well pet visit? We recommend a well pet visit within the first month of coming home. If you are having any transitional stress issues we recommend as soon as you notice a problem. Check our Facebook page for quick answers...
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by Millermeade Farms | Nov 11, 2013 | Diet, Health
Many veterinarians will agree that one of the most common medical problem seen in captive hedgehogs is obesity and obesity related problems. Cause Diet A few hedgehog enthusiasts discourage limiting a hedgehog’s food and claim that hedgehogs will not over eat....
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