by Millermeade Farms | Sep 2, 2013 | Health
Last Updated on November 8, 2022. Anesthesia is an induced state of unconsciousness in animals. Veterinarians may anesthetize your hedgehog to examine it thoroughly or during a procedure that requires the hedgehog to remain still. Anesthesia is also necessary for...
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by Millermeade Farms | Nov 13, 2013 | Care, FAQ, Health
Last Updated on March 1, 2024. 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...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jan 4, 2016 | Health
Last Updated on November 1, 2022. We all have bacteria in our stools. There is normal “bad” bacteria and “good” bacteria in our digestive system and therefore stool. This is normal biological flora. The “good” bacteria keep the...
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by Millermeade Farms | May 17, 2013 | Care, Health
Last Updated on October 19, 2022. Hedgehogs and Bathing Many hedgehogs love to play in warm water and will enjoy themselves during bath time. Other hedgehogs may not like the water at all, but bathing a dirty hedgehog is necessary for the overall wellbeing of the...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 11, 2013 | Dry Skin
Last Updated on November 1, 2022. In order to treat the dry skin, it is necessary to understand potential causes of the problem. Several factors may contribute to the dryness, but the problem will not be completely eliminated without treating the specific problem....
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by Millermeade Farms | May 21, 2013 | Health
Last Updated on November 1, 2022. Overview Bowel movements and elimination habits are a key indication of the digestive and gastrointestinal health of your hedgehog. Hedgehogs have a simple stomach and no cecum A cecum is where food would ferment The colon is smooth...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 13, 2013 | Dry Skin
Last Updated on November 1, 2022. Treatment Overview The first step in treatment is to look at a clean, completely dry hedgehog. Our Bathing Articles describe an oatmeal bath, how to bathe your hedgehog, dead skin removal, and simple skin care tips. Various owners and...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 6, 2013 | Health
Last Updated on November 8, 2022. Overview Healthy eyes should look clear and bright. To help prevent eye damage keep your cage clean and free of sharp objects, including bedding. The sooner a veterinarian sees your hedgehog’s eye problem, the better chances you have...
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by Millermeade Farms | May 21, 2013 | Health
Last Updated on November 1, 2022. Hedgehogs have 4 toes on the rear feet and 5 toes on the front feet as in the Atelerix species. The nails on the front feet may need to be trimmed more frequently than the rear feet to prevent them from curling into the foot and...
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by Millermeade Farms | Nov 30, 2015 | Dry Skin, Health
Last Updated on November 1, 2022. Some hedgehog owners have found that food additives or supplements may also help improve skin quality. We suggest using food additives or supplements only under veterinary supervision. The following information is a summary of...
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by Millermeade Farms | May 25, 2013 | Dry Skin
Last Updated on November 8, 2022. Overview Small amounts of fungal spores can be found on the skin of healthy humans and animals. An overgrowth of fungus can cause infections and dry skin. Fungal infections and bacterial infections may be found at the same time....
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by Millermeade Farms | Nov 11, 2013 | FAQ, Health
Last Updated on November 8, 2022. Do hedgehogs require vet visits? We suggest a well pet visit two to four weeks after taking your hedgehog home and annual well pet check ups. We suggest calling local veterinarians to find out: Do they treat hedgehogs? How much is a...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 11, 2013 | Health, Monitoring Health, Physical Characteristics
Last Updated on November 8, 2022. Natural Longevity Hedgehogs typically live two to three years in the wild. The most common cause of death in the wild is due to predation rather than age. Various resources report a relatively wide range in the maximum life...
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by Millermeade Farms | Sep 2, 2013 | Diet, Health, Insects, Treats
Last Updated on October 29, 2022. Symptom The loss, or lack of appetite, is medically referred to as Anorexia. The first sign of illness is often loss of appetite. It is important to get your hedgehog checked out right away by a veterinarian, if you cannot easily...
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by Millermeade Farms | Nov 30, 2020 | Activity Levels, Health
Last Updated on November 18, 2021. VIDEO.: hedgehogs sleep a lot Question from a Facebook Post: Hey all my hedgehog friends and family just a quick question for ya I give a lot of my attention to my hedgie but she still sleeps a lot of the time and I feel she’s...
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by Millermeade Farms | May 27, 2013 | Behavior & Personality, Health, Physical Characteristics
Last Updated on August 25, 2022. In the Wild European hedgehog species hibernate in the wild when the temperature becomes too cold. They spend the warmer months building fat reserves to sustain them through their periods of inactivity. In the wild, African hedgehog...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jul 23, 2013 | Health, Hedgehogs As Pets
Last Updated on November 8, 2022. Introduction We are often asked about allergic reactions and hedgehogs. Many potential customers want to know whether or not hedgehogs are good pets for someone who is allergic to cats and dogs. A quick search on the internet will...
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by Millermeade Farms | Nov 11, 2013 | Dry Skin, Health
Last Updated on November 8, 2022. The most common reason that hedgehogs see veterinarians is for skin conditions. Pruitis (Itchiness) Scratching can cause redness or damage to the skin, which could lead to secondary infection. Scratching frequently often causes self...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 6, 2013 | Dry Skin
Last Updated on November 6, 2022. General Information The information below is not meant to scare you but to make you aware of this common problem. With proper diagnosis and treatment mites can be eradicated with little more trouble than a minor inconvenience....
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 11, 2013 | Health, Monitoring Health
Last Updated on November 6, 2022. Pet hedgehogs depend on us to provide quality care throughout their life and to recognize any potential health concerns. You should visually inspect your hedgehog everyday while handling your them and looking for any signs of change...
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