by Millermeade Farms | Jun 7, 2013 | Behavior & Personality, Communication
Hedgehogs use a wide range of sounds to communicate. Listen carefully and observe your hedgehog’s behavior to clearly understand what your pet is trying to communicate. Some hedgehog vocalizations can be described with more than one word. Some sounds require little or...
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by Millermeade Farms | May 27, 2013 | Behavior & Personality, Handling
Understanding Huffing, Puffing, Clicking and Popping When you first pick up your hedgehog, it may have its spines erect, and it may make some defensive noises. Huffing and puffing is a way for a hedgehog to say, “I’m big and bad.” It is a sign that your hedgehog is...
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by Millermeade Farms | May 25, 2013 | Handling, Steps To Handling
Hand Washing It is always a good idea to practice proper hand washing techniques before and after handling your hedgehog. Proper hand washing can help to protect your hedgehog from potentially dangerous bacteria or other substances on your hands. Hand washing protects...
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