by Millermeade Farms | Jun 6, 2013 | Health
Genital Irritations It is important to watch for any signs of irritation and clean this area as soon as an irritation is detected. Hedgehogs are very low to the ground and so both male and female hedgehogs can get bedding stuck to their genital area. Clumping cat...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 5, 2013 | Bonding, Dry Skin, Handling
The Process of Quilling There are times when a hedgehog will shed large numbers of quills and replace shed ones with new ones. This process is called quilling. The quilling process is different from the replacement of spines that are lost individually. Quilling is a...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 21, 2013 | Purchasing a Hedgehog
Time Spent With Your Breeder The time you spend with your breeder is one of the most important parts of purchasing a hedgehog. An experienced and knowledgeable breeder will give new owners a great deal of handling and care advice. A good breeder’s handling...
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by Millermeade Farms | May 27, 2013 | Behavior & Personality
Naturally Shy and Nervous Hedgehogs are probably the biggest scaredy cats of all animals that breeders have worked with in critter careers. They are easily scared anytime they see, hear, smell, or sense something through their sense of motion detection. That naturally...
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by Millermeade Farms | Sep 2, 2013 | Health, Monitoring Health
The following is a list of things to observe both in selecting a hedgehog as a pet and as a way to identify potential problems with your pet. Eyes Check their eyes to make sure they are bold, clear, round, and bright. The eyes should be wide open. The eyes should not...
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by Millermeade Farms | Jun 11, 2013 | Purchasing a Hedgehog
The following is a list of things to observe both in selecting a hedgehog as a pet and as a way to identify potential problems with your pet. Eyes Check its eyes to make sure they are bold, clear, round, and bright. The eyes should be wide open. The eyes should not be...
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by Millermeade Farms | Dec 21, 2013 | Pricing and Payments, Purchasing From Us
Costs to Expect Food: The minimum food that we suggest purchasing with your hedgehog is currently $18.00 (Spike’s Ultra Plus). This food should be enough to last two months if not longer. Refer to our Diet Recommendations guide for reasons why we feel keeping...
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by Millermeade Farms | May 21, 2013 | Hedgehogs As Pets
According to Lianne McLeod, DVM, former About.com Guide, “African pygmy hedgehogs are pretty well-equipped to defend themselves from other pets and seem to tolerate other pets quite well.” A huffing and puffing ball of prickles may intimidate some cats and dogs,...
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