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Hibernation and Estivation

by Millermeade Farms | May 27, 2013 | Behavior & Personality, Health, Physical Characteristics

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 species may go into a dormant... Read More

Temperature Requirements

by Millermeade Farms | May 15, 2013 | Care

Thermo-Sensitive Hedgehogs are very sensitive to temperatures when compared to dogs or cats. They do not cope well with sudden changes in temperature. We have found that warm room temperatures are better than cool room temperatures. Hedgehogs that get too cool can go... Read More