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Join Date: Oct 2010
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I will be getting a hedgehog in a month or two. He/she will be my first hedgehog
![]() Ive done my research and know the basics for caring for one. Any advice? Thanks ![]() I will post pictures when I get the little guy or gal |
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Richfield, MN
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Welcome to HHC! I would recommend reading the stickies in each section of the forum and LizardGirl's book is full of great information. http://www.hedgehogbook.webs.com/
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Join Date: Aug 2010
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Some things I'm learning:
- Shallow sink water gets them used to water and easily cleans their feet - Play with their feet, it makes it easier to cut their nails when necessary - Mugs are great for anchoring down fleece so they don't dig and hide under - If you weigh your hedgie, they're least fidgety when they're asleep (and first wake) - Let the hedgie poop after it wakes up unless you want to deal with the mess on you - Poop is sometimes easier to clean if you leave it for a few hours and let it dry, especially true for the wheel: it just "falls off" if I lightly brush it with a paper towel. - Wheel cleaning is easier when I let the poop dry them brush it off with a paper towel, rinse it with warm water and let it sit for a minute or so, then a soft sponge with dish soap to make sure it's clean. - I let my hedgie sniff my fingers so she gets comfortable with me... then I do it again but with a kibble (treat) to associate my scent as a good thing That's all that comes to mind right now... good luck and post pictures! ![]() |
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