* Brillo found his forever home with lovely people! Woot! *

* December 21st, 2023 *

Shortly after her arrival, Gwen gave birth. We had no idea she was pregnant, but she had four babies during the night. Quite a surprise for her foster mom to wake up to. Unfortunately, one baby didn’t make it, but the other three are doing well so far. Gwen is a VERY protective mom, and she’s telling off everyone who comes near her babies. Understandable, after everything she has been through. She just wants to keep her babies safe.
If they stay healthy as they grow, the babies will be available for adoption when they are 8 weeks old.

Welcome to Ladybird, little hedgehog babies!

* January 30th, 2024 UPDATE!*
We have genders and names! Meet Brillo (female), Urchin (male), and Thistle (female)! The adorableness is off the charts with these little ones.
They continue to do well in their foster home, and they’ll be available for adoption soon!

* UPDATE February 20, 2024 *
Gwen did a great job raising her babies and now they’re all ready to find their forever homes!
Brillo, Urchin, and Thistle are very curious hedgies. They have been handled a lot since their birth, but at times they take after their mom who can be quite shy. The babies would do well with someone who has a lot of time to spend with them to help them overcome their shyness.
Brillo, Urchin, and Thistle like to run in their wheels and they enjoy time outside of their cage to explore.
Something to note that may surprise someone who has never owned a hedgehog before – Hedgehogs will poop while they run in their wheels. It can get very messy and very smelly, so potential adopters will need to be prepared to clean the wheel every day, and also be sure the hedgehog’s feet and underside stay clear of stuck-on poop. Having them walk around a sink with a small amount of warm water helps loosen up stuck on feces for easier cleaning.

A few hedgehog basics:
– they are nocturnal, and rarely come out during the day
– they require a large, solid bottom enclosure (not wire bottom)
– they need an extra large wheel (solid running surface, not wire)
– fleece bedding, or a soft paper based bedding (such as Carefresh brand) are best
– they need a constant heat source such as ceramic heat emitter (a heat lamp without the light)
– curled up in a soft cuddle sack is a hedgie’s favourite place to sleep
– their diet includes hedgehog specific food mixed with a high-quality dry cat food, and snacks like mealworms, egg, and apple
– they require a veterinarian who is experienced with “exotic” pet care

Hedgehogs are not a “starter pet.” Potential adopters are encouraged to extensively research hedgehog care before making the decision to bring one home.