Balling Up

Balling Up

Last Updated on August 21, 2022. First Line of Defense When a hedgehog senses danger, or is uncertain about something in its environment, its first line of defense is to ball up.  The orbicularis muscle, which runs around the edge of its body, makes this classic... Read More
Burrowing

Burrowing

Last Updated on February 5, 2024. Natural Instinct Hedgehogs sleep during the day in any dark places that they can find. In the wild, they may hide from other animals in vacated burrows, under rocks, or in thick vegetation.  They typically dig their own shallow... Read More
Digging

Digging

Last Updated on February 28, 2024. Instinctual Habit In the wild, hedgehogs dig dens in the ground, both for protection from predators and as shelter from the elements. Hedgehogs have powerful forefeet and claws designed specifically for digging. While digging habits... Read More
Elimination Habits

Elimination Habits

Last Updated on August 25, 2022. VIDEO.:  Tip to avoid being pooped on 😉 Baby Hedgehogs Young hedgehogs are especially prone to releasing their bowels on their handlers. When you first get your hedgehog, expect to get pooped on! Hedgehog babies typically get better as... Read More
Explore Mode

Explore Mode

Last Updated on August 25, 2022. In the wild, hedgehogs are always exploring their surroundings for food and shelter. Pet hedgehogs are shy and tend to take some time to uncurl and explore their surroundings. Sudden movements and noises tend to startle them and make... Read More
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