by Millermeade Farms | Nov 11, 2013 | Dry Skin, Health
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 trauma Other Causes for Scratching...
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by Millermeade Farms | Oct 24, 2013 | Health
Zoonosis is the ability for an animal to pass a disease to a human. Anthroponosis is the ability for a human to pass a disease to an animal. At this time, this is the list of reported diseases that have been passed to humans from a hedgehog; however, some of these...
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by Millermeade Farms | Sep 5, 2013 | Behavior & Personality
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 vary between species, the...
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by Millermeade Farms | Sep 2, 2013 | Diet, Health, Insects, Treats
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 determine the reason for the change in...
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by Millermeade Farms | Sep 2, 2013 | Care, Hedgehogs As Pets
Maintenance Requirements Most hedgehog owners agree that hedgehogs are relatively easy to care for and maintain. Fresh food, water, and regular cage cleaning are their basic requirements. One must be careful not to take the hedgehog’s easy care for granted. A hedgehog...
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by Millermeade Farms | Sep 2, 2013 | Diet, Insects, Treats
Food Many hedgehogs have developed fatal liver problems due to a diet of too much fat. For many years, cat food has been the default food for domestic hedgehogs but many cat foods are too high in fat and low in protein to be healthy food for hedgehogs. Over time,...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jul 23, 2013 | Health, Hedgehogs As Pets
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 uncover a variety of answers to this...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jul 19, 2013 | Physical Characteristics
Size The average hedgehog weighs approximately ½ to 1-¼ pounds and most are the size of a softball or slightly larger when they are rolled into a ball. Some adult hedgehogs have a slightly larger build and can weigh up to 2 pounds (the size of a small guinea pig)...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 27, 2013 | Accessories, Cages & Accessories, Wheels
Environmental Enrichment Wild and free ranging animals have lots of natural exercise and stimulation. Numerous studies have shown that animals in zoos, animal parks, labs and private homes benefit from exercise and environmental enrichment. Thirty minutes outside of...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 17, 2013 | Appointments
The first thing we will do when you come is that we will give you an orientation to the nature of hedgehogs and how their uniqueness is important in the way you handle your new pet. We do have a chairs but be prepared to sit on the floor to handle the hedgehog babies...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 17, 2013 | About Our Babies
Our Best Effort to Produce Quality Pets We do everything possible to produce quality animals that are destined to become wonderful pets. We use quality food, caging, and bedding as well as use our human resources to provide quality care. Our diverse bloodlines come...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 13, 2013 | Dry Skin
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 breeders treat simple dry skin...
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