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Our hogs are all litter box trained. We have babies Available in December our November babies are gone!
We specialize in breeding and raising hand tamed baby African Pygmy Hedgehogs in Texas. Our babies make the best pets we operate very small scale and we are the only breeders with USDA breeder.
Hedgehogs available. Pedigrees available to USDA licensed breeders. Transport available at additional cost via KD or ME transports. Lesser Hedgehog Tenrecs. DNA sex confirmed. Shipping available at additional cost via KD or ME transport.
Located in NC. USDA licensed breeder. Hedgehogs are often described as exotic pets simply because they are less common than dogs and cats and they are even referred to as wild animals. If a domesticated animal is understood to be a species selectively-bred under human-controlled conditions for generations to meet human needs, a hedgehog can and should be considered as such. African pygmy hedgehogs are also exposed to humans from a young age likely making them tamer than a true wild animal.
Hedgehogs are not legal in Hawaii, which has stringent laws against nearly all exotic pets and even strict quarantine requirements for incoming dogs and cats. Hedgehogs are illegal in:. Environmentalists worried about hedgehogs escaping into the ecosystem and doing damage need look no further than their neighboring states where the pets are legal and the complete absence of any problems. Unfortunately, exotic pet owners face a form of discrimination due to the lesser popularity compared to dogs and cats of their animals.
Hedgehogs are unique and interesting because of their quills, a feature most mammals do not possess. These attributes may intimidate some people but unlike with porcupines, these short spines are mostly harmless and hedgehogs can be handled taking into consideration their temperament. Hedgehogs will roll into a ball when scared and can attempt to prick you when being defensive, but properly tamed pets will be inquisitive and friendly.
Like many other small pets, hedgehogs are nocturnal so they might not make the best pet for a child. They are solitary and prefer to live alone. The standard recommendation for the minimum size enclosure for a hedgehog is a two by four feet long cage designed for small mammals. When choosing an enclosure, keep in the mind that hedgehogs are relatively active small animals and will be spending most of their lives in the cage.
Unfortunately, not all hedgehogs run on wheels, so this will factor into their space requirements as well. Some wheels are offered with holes because hedgehogs tend to use the bathroom while wheel-running which can get very messy. Avoid sharper-textured bedding that can be potentially injurious. Also avoid pine bedding that is not kiln-dried and cedar bedding because some research has shown it to have a toxic affect with long term use in some small animals.
A good bowl to choose for a hedgehog would be a heavy ceramic bowl that the animal cannot tip over. It is not recommended to use hamster-type water bottles that attach to the side of the cage for hedgehogs as owners report that they drink less, likely due to the fact that drinking in an elevated position is unnatural for them. Some owners have also reported broken teeth and tongues getting stuck in these types of water bottles.
A reputable breeder that has been selling pet hedgehogs for a while is the ideal place to get a hedgehog. When you buy from them you have a low risk of genetic health issues and a trusted resource you can turn to if you have questions.
This is where word of mouth comes in. There are a bunch of great hedgehog forums out there where owners will share their experiences with different breeders and recommend ones they trust. If you would rather stay local this is what we prefer doing then compile a list of the breeders in your area and ask around. See what kind of credentials and experience they have, and see if anyone else has bought from them too. This is a good way to establish a relationship and also begin forming an early bond with your hedgie.
Pet stores are a popular place for people to buy hedgehogs. We would say that the majority of pet stores are not a good place to purchase these animals simply because of their lack of experience and commitment to the species. For most of them, hedgies are just another product to sell. There are definitely some stores out there usually local who specialize in exotic pets and have a good amount of knowledge about this species.
However, identifying them can be a major challenge. While this does come with downsides, it can be an incredibly rewarding process. Addison IL. Open today. If you are coming to Morning Star Hedgehogs to pick up your little one, board or get a spa treatment for your little one , please be sure to come to the correct address.
Some GPS' are directing people to my neighbor's address! They are retired and a bit annoyed with all the visitors! Powered by GoDaddy. Find out more. All appointments are curbside. How will this work? Happy, friendly, healthy hedgehogs for the pet community is our goal. All our hedgehogs have a special place in our heart. We sell to the pet community NO breeder sales except those breeders we have a working relationship with Sorry we do not ship our babies. Not Certain a hedgehog is for you?
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Our Babies Lodi, NJ. Janda Exotics licensed breeder. Kingsbury, TX. KyTy Critters licensed breeder. Kansas City, KS. If you are able to obtain a hedgehog, come back and visit our website for your cage, food and accessory needs. We have the largest selection anywhere!
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