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 hedgehog. However, in this article we’ll be getting down to specifics about male sexual organs and more […]
The Hedgehog Penis: Structure, Habits, and Disorders Read More »
With almost all animals, oral hygiene is frequently overlooked. We don’t believe that it’s out of negligence, but rather, out of sight is out of mind. How many hedgie parents are going to actually risk hedgehog bites by fidgeting with their hedgie’s mouth? So unless an issue becomes glaringly obvious, we tend to leave well
In order to understand whether CBD oil for hedgehogs is safe and effective, we need to establish a basic understanding of what CBD is AND what it is not. We also need to cover how CBD is processed through a hedgehog’s body, distributed, and utilized. Once these things are understood, we can begin to explore
CBD Oil for Hedgehogs – Is It Safe and Effective? Read More »
Diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans are called zoonotic diseases. And if you’re wondering, “Do hedgehogs carry diseases harmful to humans?” – yes and no. Yes, it is entirely possible that hedgehogs can transmit certain diseases they may be carrying to humans. At the same time, that does not mean they are
Micro fractures, joint abnormalities, weakening bones, reduced movement, inability for blood to clot, and muscle tremors are all symptoms of metabolic bone disease in hedgehogs. To us, it looks a lot like wobbly hedgehog syndrome because it similarly renders their limbs immobile, reduces nerve communication that leads to becoming paralyzed, and increases the risk of
If you’re living with a blind hedgehog or if your hedgehog is in the process of going blind, it can be a little unsettling as a hedgie parent. In the various hedgehog groups, you can sense the caretaker’s anxiety when their quill baby loses vision. Although it’s not a widespread problem among hedgehogs, it does
You need effective hedgehog dry skin solutions if your quill-baby is constantly scratching. It’s maddening to some hedgehogs and they’ll scratch until they’re raw! The focus of this article is not on dry skin caused by parasites, fungus, or bacteria. Those are medical issues that need treatment by a qualified veterinarian. So before proceeding with
Don’t be surprised if you find yourself facing hedgehog ear infections with your little ouch mouse. Let’s face it. Hedgehogs can be a little quirky at times. So some of their strange behaviors seem…well…normal (for a hedgehog at least). One day you may notice that they’re periodically shaking their heads (like a dog out of
Hedgehog URI symptoms can become life threatening if not treated properly. If the following information leads you to believe your hedgehog has an upper respiratory infection, then please make an appointment with your exotic veterinarian as soon as possible. There can be many reasons your hedgehog has this. Additionally, we’ll reveal some things you can
Sometimes hedgehog UTI symptoms may be a sign of something else. A urinary tract infection (UTI) can effect any part of a hedgehog’s urinary tract, including the bladder, urethra, and kidneys. Most hedgie UTI symptoms can be treated with antibiotics, so it is important for your vet to determine what bacterial strain is present. If
