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The team at Heavenly Hedgies has over 20 years of direct, hands-on experience with hedgehog care. Our information is derived from that personal experience, authoritative reference material, and alliances with proven leaders in the hedgehog community. Because of this, we confidently share hedgehog facts about lifestyle, health, nutrition, origins, breeds and supplies. We even provide fun hedgehog-related activities like puzzles and trivia quizzes.
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The Hedgehog Penis: Structure, Habits, and Disorders
We've had timid questions asked about many aspects of the male hedgehog penis. We skirted the topic in our article Exploring The Male Hedgehog. The focus of that piece was to explore all the nuances of a male…
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Hedgehog Grooming
Hedgehog grooming is important to keep up with your hedgehog's lifestyle. Because your hedgehog is…
Hedgehog Bath Time Tips & Tricks
Hedgie In An Open Sleigh Jigsaw Puzzle
This hedgie in an open sleigh will be the last holiday-themed jigsaw puzzle for the…
Hedgehog Care Facts That Are Wrong
There are many hedgehog care “facts” floating around the internet and getting perpetuated without substantiating…
Hedgehog Anointing Explored
A Critter Nation Hedgehog Cage Makeover
We thought we would share our Critter Nation hedgehog cage makeover with all our loyal…
Are Hedgehogs Rodents?
If we've heard it asked once, we've heard it a thousand times! “Are hedgehogs rodents?”…
Help! My Hedgehog Bites Me!
Imagine you're cuddling your hedgehog. You're sharing some quality bonding time – so you thought….
Presents for Hedgehogs and Hedgehog Lovers
It's that time of year when our minds shift to gift-giving. For us, choosing presents…
Hedgehog Teefers Jigsaw Puzzle
We love a hedgie's toothy grin. So, when we came across this picture of Hendrix,…
Can Hedgehogs Climb?
Metabolic Bone Disease in Hedgehogs
Micro fractures, joint abnormalities, weakening bones, reduced movement, inability for blood to clot, and muscle…
The Need For Ethical Hedgehog Breeders
Hungry Hedgehog Jigsaw Puzzle
This sweet hedgie that's licking their lips is Pixel, owned by Sarah Dion. Whatever it…
The History of Hedgehogs as Pets
In order to explore the history of hedgehogs as pets, we must look back to…
Hedgie Burrito Jigsaw Puzzle
For our jigsaw puzzle this week, we thought this adorable hedgie burrito would be cute…
Hedgehog Emotional Support Animal
A hedgehog emotional support animal is a real thing that is certified by doctors. Because…
Do Hedgehogs Hurt?
How Do I Care For An Orphaned Baby Hedgehog?
Hedgehog Ear Infections
Don't be surprised if you find yourself facing hedgehog ear infections with your little ouch…
What Is A Hedgehog?
A Female Hedgehog Jigsaw Puzzle
This week's jigsaw puzzle is of a female hedgehog, named Opal, who has beautifully captivating…
Can I Give My Hedgehog CBD Oil?
Happy Holidays Hedgehog Jigsaw Puzzle
It's the last weekend before Christmas and Lola is our featured Happy Holidays Hedgehog for…
Heavenly Hedgies Jigsaw puzzle
This Heavenly Hedgies jigsaw puzzle may look familiar. It's the feature picture for the article…
Hedgehog Quilling Symptoms And Tips
How to Litter Train a Hedgehog
Learning how to litter train a hedgehog can help avoid many of the common illnesses…
Can Hedgehogs Eat Wet Cat Food?
How to Feed a Baby Hedgehog
Sweet Girl Hedgehog Jigsaw Puzzle
Our hearts melted when we saw this sweet girl hedgehog. How could we not make…
Hedgehog Teeth And The Need For Dental Care
With almost all animals, oral hygiene is frequently overlooked. We don't believe that it's out…
The Hedgehog Penis: Structure, Habits, and Disorders
We've had timid questions asked about many aspects of the male hedgehog penis. We skirted…
Do Hedgehogs Carry Diseases Harmful To Humans?
Diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans are called zoonotic diseases. And if…
Hedgehog In Autumn Jigsaw Puzzle
This week we have an especially cute little one. Since the season has turned, we…
How Do I Get My Hedgehog To Take Liquid Medicine?
A reader wrote Quilly and asked, “How do I get my hedgehog to take liquid…
Have A Very Hedgie Christmas Jigsaw Puzzle
Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring…
Why Would My Hedgehog Stop Running On Their Wheel?
Most hedgehogs love running on their wheels! So when her hedgehog stopped, Amanda wrote us…
Hedgehog Litter Types Compared
With so many hedgehog litter types out there, it's difficult to pick the right one…
Hedgehog URI Symptoms
Hedgehog URI symptoms can become life threatening if not treated properly. If the following information…
Hedgehog Illnesses and Symptoms
Hedgehog illnesses and symptoms have been a topic of research since the African Pygmy, Algerian,…
A Hedgehog Happy Birthday Party: Ideas & Recipes
It may sound kind of corny, but us hedgie parents often look for great ways…
Hedgehog Stare Down Jigsaw Puzzle
When we saw the picture of this hedgie with attitude, we just had to make…
Where To Buy A Baby Hedgehog
Which States Allow Hedgehogs as Pets
Who could blame anyone that wants a hedgehog? I mean, c'mon! Who wouldn't want to…
Hedgehog Lifespan and What Impacts It
Let's explore the average hedgehog lifespan as a domestic pet. While pondering whether to commit…
Is There Anything I Can Give My Grumpy Hedgehog Who's Quilling?
Why Do Hedgehogs Poop So Much?
It’s not unusual for people who are considering getting a pet hedgehog to ask, “Why…
Can Hedgehogs Eat Raisins?
Stocking Stuffed Hedgehog Jigsaw Puzzle
We're even closer to the holidays and when we saw this stocking stuffed hedgehog, our…
How Often Do Hedgehogs Have Babies?
The Best Hedgehog Cage Heater System
What Can My Hedgehog Eat From Thanksgiving Dinner?
When holidays roll around, it's perfectly natural for hedgie parents to want to include their…
A Baby Hedgehog: From Birth to Weaned
A domesticated baby hedgehog has an unstable life, from their birth until the time they…
Hedgie In A Dig Box Jigsaw Puzzle
Hedgehogs like to have fun too! We can't think of too many activities that are…