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Hedgehog Heating
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| 04/15/08 04:01pm |
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Ratsnakedude View Profile |
Message To: FireSkinkGirl In reference to Message Id: 1704339
Good luck and may the force be with you! |
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| 04/15/08 05:31pm |
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Dragongirl6 View Profile |
Message To: Ratsnakedude In reference to Message Id: 1704450 Hedgehog Heating
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| 04/15/08 08:55pm |
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Samantha k View Profile |
Message To: Dragongirl6 In reference to Message Id: 1704729 Hedgehog Heating
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| 04/16/08 12:37am |
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MissG View Profile |
Message To: Samantha k In reference to Message Id: 1705069 Hedgehog Heating
Use an indoor rabbit cage. If the room hedgie will be kept in stays about 65 degrees fahrenheit then that should be fine. On cold night I give my hedgehog a microwavable heat mat, called Snugglesafe and this goes inside her box (it’s just a wine box) and under her bedding. It keeps her warm thoughout the night. |
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| 05/09/08 03:53pm |
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Animalfreak123 View Profile |
Message To: FireSkinkGirl In reference to Message Id: 1704339 Hedgehog Heating
http://www.caresheet.com/hedgehog.html i hope it helps!! Hedgehog Caresheet General- When frightened, a hedgehog will roll tightly into a prickly ball so be sure to avoid sudden movements and loud noises. To pick up your pet, scoop it up gently from the rear and hold it underneath. When it feels safe, it will unroll and let you pet it. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Housing- A roomy solid bottom cage with a secure lid is ideal for hedgehogs. Take care to place the cage away from drafts, in an area between 65-80 degrees F. An under-cage heating pad may be needed to maintain a warm area. Cover the floor with safe bedding such as Aspen shavings or Carefresh. Hedgehogs frequently will use a litter box placed in a corner. They particularly appreciate a half log, tube or wood nesting box. A solid type exercise wheel will encourage your hedgehog to be active, but avoid wire wheels, like wire floors they can injure hedgehogs’ feet. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Diet- Hedgehogs are omnivores. You can provide a balanced diet by combining commercial Hedgehog food and a good quality cat chow, such as Science Diet. Your pet will also enjoy the addition of a few mealworms or crickets and a small amount of mixed fresh fruit and vegetables, chopped up. Teach your hedgehog to use a water bottle and fill it with fresh water daily. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cleaning- Remove soiled litter daily and replace all bedding three times a week. Remember to wash, rinse and dry the cage bottom, food dishes and water bottle each week. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Health- Locate an exotics veterinarian to treat your hedgehog and be alert for signs of illness or injury such as: lack of appetite; diarrhea; scaly skin or broken quills, drooling; sneezing or wheezing; lumps, bumps or wounds; limping or lethargy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Warnings- Pine or cedar shavings contain harmful oils and should never be used for a hedgehog. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fertility- Hedgehogs reach sexual maturity at around two months of age. They should be housed alone to avoid fighting. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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Hedgehog Heating