by Millermeade Farms | May 28, 2013 | Accessories, Cages & Accessories
Hide Outs Hedgehogs sleep in burrows or other dark places in the wild. Almost every small animal will find a warm, cozy place to sleep and hide in order to stay warm and avoid predators. Most breeders believe it is beneficial for the hedgehog’s well being to have a...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 5, 2013 | Accessories, Cages & Accessories
Words of Caution Many heat sources are available through a variety of outlets. We are yet to find the perfect heat source that will work under all conditions. Anything that plugs in has potential to short out and cause a fire, overheat and cause burns, or fail to...
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by Millermeade Farms | May 28, 2013 | Cages, Cages & Accessories
Benefits Heat emitters are possibly the best option as a direct heat source. The benefits of the ceramic bulbs compared to traditional heat bulbs are that they do not emit light (only heat) therefore they produce more heat per watt than a traditional heat bulb that...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 27, 2013 | Cages & Accessories
FREE ROAMING Free roaming is used by some enthusiasts and is acceptable, provided that you have ensured your hedgehog’s safety in every aspect. We recommend saving it only for supervised playtime. For the best outcome for you and your hedgehog, it is best if free...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 8, 2013 | Diet
Any time your hedgehog is not eating it is cause for concern. Be sure to read our Help! Hedgehog is Not Eating article to try and determine the cause of your hedgehog to stop eating. VIDEO: My hedgehog’s not eating Soft Food Diets Hedgehogs that have dental problems...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 6, 2013 | Cages, Cages & Accessories
Cage Selection Choosing a cage is one of the most important decisions you will have to make for your pet. Your hedgehog’s home and environment are one of the keys in determining the quality of life and longevity of your pet. You should discuss cage recommendations...
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by Millermeade Farms | Aug 30, 2013 | Cages, Cages & Accessories
Noise Level Some hedgehog enthusiasts recommend keeping hedgehog cages in areas that are not high traffic areas, so as not to disturb the sleeping hedgehog. Others recommend that keeping the hedgehog in a busy area of the house allows the hedgehog to become accustomed...
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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 | Apr 24, 2013 | Accessories, Cages & Accessories
Dust Bath and Sandbox Dilemma Hedgehog enthusiasts sometimes wonder whether or not a hedgehog actually needs a dust bath. Many hedgehogs have been observed dust bathing in a variety of “dusty” things including spilled chinchilla dust, broken down pelleted...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 28, 2013 | Accessories
What You Will Need ½ Roll of Bounty Big, Jumbo or Other mid-size Bounty Roll Paper Towels 1 Container (we use Rubbermaid 3qt #6) or Dollar General’s Sun Oxygen Cleaner bucket or a large ice cream bucket 2 cups of disinfecting solution Procedure Cut a roll of...
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