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shmurciakova · 04-27-2013, 09:37 AM

When I got my new hedgie, which was from a pet store, she did not eat for a few days after coming home.
I agree, a vet visit is definitely in order, not only for the mites, but just to make sure everything is OK including her teeth. I would be a bit reluctant to go straight to syringe feeding. She is probably just scared. You could also try giving a few other types of food, some like watermelon for example....You can also give Pedialyte if you think she is dehydrated.
How did you find out about this hedgehog?
-Susan H.

04-27-2013, 09:37 AM	#6 (permalink)
shmurciakova Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Sugar Grove, VA Posts: 496	Re: Adopted an abused hedgie, seeking advice. When I got my new hedgie, which was from a pet store, she did not eat for a few days after coming home. I agree, a vet visit is definitely in order, not only for the mites, but just to make sure everything is OK including her teeth. I would be a bit reluctant to go straight to syringe feeding. She is probably just scared. You could also try giving a few other types of food, some like watermelon for example....You can also give Pedialyte if you think she is dehydrated. How did you find out about this hedgehog? -Susan H.