Other Pets

Hedgehogs consume quite a variety of different foods in their diet. But poop? Really? Do these spiky mammals actually consume their own feces? If so, why? Here is what you need to know. So, do hedgehogs eat their own poop? Hedgehogs have been known to eat their own poop. This is particularly likely when they…

You may have heard stories of hedgehog mothers eating their young, often choosing the weakest hoglets in the litter. But is there any truth in it? And does this often happen among these spikey mammals? Here is what you will want to know. So, do hedgehogs eat their young? Hedgehogs have been known to eat their…

There may be several different circumstances where you may need to feed a baby hedgehog. You could be an owner, a breeder, or attempting to support one that has been abandoned. But what do they eat? What are the best foods at this stage of their life? Here is what you should know. So, what…

Hedgehogs are one of the few mammal species that are classed as true hibernators. This incredible feat of evolution is an incredibly beneficial survival instinct. It helps hedgehogs survive the cold winter months when food is scarce. But what about hedgehogs kept as pets. Can, or should, they enter hibernation too? Lets’ find out!   So,…

Seeing a wild hedgehog is exciting. And they’re adorable. So much so that you may be considering keeping one as a pet. But, is this advisable, safe to do, or even going to work out? Here is what you are going to need to know. So, can you keep a wild hedgehog as a pet? Strictly…

The small, industrious hedgehog is unique in many ways. They have a range of features, such as their quills, that set these mammals aside from us humans. But what about teeth? Do they share these calcified structures? Do they use them when eating? Let’s find out! So, do hedgehogs have teeth? Hedgehogs do have teeth –…

Hedgehogs are interesting animals, to say the least. Some may even say they are peculiar. Besides, they have a wide range of traits, tendencies, and characteristics that make them truly distinctive. Naturally, we begin to question what they have and if we share any such things in common with them. Here is what you will…

Most of the time you will see a hedgehog on their own in the wild. As pets, we are often advised to only get one. Naturally, it leads us to question whether these small mammals get lonely? Do they need companions or the company of others to truly thrive? We explain all here today. So,…

Feeding hedgehogs can be confusing. Besides, their diverse natural diet they consume in the wild is hard to replicate. But what about chicken? Can this, or should this, be fed? Here is what you need to know… So, can hedgehogs eat chicken? Hedgehogs can eat lean cuts of cooked chicken. They can do so fairly regularly,…

Hedgehogs need to consume quite a lot of protein in the diet, between 28% to 35%, in fact. So naturally, you may be wondering whether they can drink milk? Besides, it contains decent amounts of proteins and other important vitamins and minerals. But is this a good idea? Let’s find out! So, can hedgehogs drink…

Whether you are a current resident or looking to migrate to Australia, the thought of a pet hedgehog may appeal to you. But can you actually do so? This is what you need to know. So, can you own a hedgehog in Australia? It is illegal to own a hedgehog as a pet or import them…

We all buy too much bread. There almost always seems to be too much leftover each week. But can we feed some bread to a hedgehog? Is it safe or beneficial for them to eat? Here is what you should know. So, can hedgehogs eat bread? Hedgehogs should not eat bread. They are not equipped…

Feeding a hedgehog can be tricky. Besides, they are opportunistic feeders in the wild – consuming many insects that come their way. Replicating these foods is undoubtedly a challenge. Naturally, you may be wondering about dog food. It is a typical high protein, after all. Can you; should you feed it. Let’s find out! So,…