Hedgehogs are small spiny mammals that eat insects, frogs, berries, and even worms.
Unlike porcupines, their spines are fixed on their back so when they roll in a ball, they are prickly all over.
But hedgehogs are easily kept as pets because…
…they only roll into a ball as a last resort. They get along well with dogs and cats, and can be fed ferret or cat food; many pet stores even have hedgehog mixes.
Hedgehogs can be kept in a large cage, and need access to water, food, and a place to hide. And get a plastic (not wire) wheel because hedgehogs love to exercise!
Or…you can train a hedgehog to use a litter box and let it roam around a contained area of your house. But be warned, they will chew through electrical cords and gnaw on the soft wood of furniture.
- they are hypoallergenic
- they are small
- they are quiet
- they don’t fetch or play games
- they may bite when upset
- they live only 3-5 years
Below, check some different types of hedgehogs, and answer the question at the end…
