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How much is a 1 year old hedgehog?

How much is a 1 year old hedgehog?

Typical costs: Hedgehogs range in price from $125-$250, depending on the hedgehog’s age, color, and temperament. Some breeders offer hedgehog starter kits for around $75 that include a cage, wheel, a hiding place, water bottle, feed bowl and food, and some shavings.

How big is an 8 week old hedgehog?

In captivity hoglets put on weight much more quickly than in the wild. Weight guides given are for wild hedgehogs, hand reared hedgehogs can weigh 500 or 600gms at 8 weeks.

Is a hedgehog a good first pet?

So do hedgehogs make good pets? Absolutely! Pet hedgehogs will thrive and be a bundle of fun if you understand what they need and give them proper care. The same can be said for any domesticated animal.

What should I look for when buying a hedgehog?

Some basic things to check for are: * clear eyes: They should not be crusty, sunken, or swollen. The hedgehog should appear alert and aware. * clean fur and quills: The hedgehog may have self-anointed here or there, that is not a problem, but it should not be filthy all over.

How expensive is owning a hedgehog?

The average cost to buy a hedgehog can run between $100 to $300. The cost will depend on the age of the hedgehog, how friendly they are, and their coloring. The cheapest hedgehogs will be either salt and pepper or cinnamon and “pinto” hedgies will be in the mid-price range.

Should hedgehogs be out in daytime?

Not usually no. Hedgehogs are nocturnal, which means they shouldn’t really be seen out in daylight hours. Some of the exceptions to this are pregnant females gathering nesting materials just before she gives birth, or a new ‘Mum’ taking a break from the nest to get food and water while her young sleep.

How old do hedgehogs have to be before you can breed?

So, before you decide to buy one, check with local authorities to see if special permits are required – or if the animals are permitted at all. Don’t breed females too early. African hedgehogs can begin to reproduce sometime between two and three months of age, but females shouldn’t be bred before they are at least 6 months old.

What should you know before buying a hedgehog?

Here are 10 things you should know before you bring one home. Laws vary. Don’t breed females too early. Be careful with new mothers. House them alone. Avoid shavings in bedding. Give them hiding spots. Watch the temperature. Hedgehogs eat plant and animal foods. Watch your hedgehog’s weight. Hedgehogs get scared.

Where to buy hedgehogs in limited pet stores?

Where to Purchase Hedgehogs can be found in limited pet stores, through brokers at flea markets or animal sales, or they can be purchased directly from breeders When buying animals, I recommend that you check out the source. Observe the health of the animals, the seller’s knowledge, and their reputation and experience.

How long do hedgehogs live in the wild?

Most hedgehogs live for four to seven years, and proper diet, housing, social interaction and medical care are extremely important to maximize their overall quality of life. Please note that they are nocturnal and will sleep most during the day.