Hey guys. I am thinking about getting a hedgehog and I was wondering if anyone knew any tips or things I should know before I get one. They are so cute....
If you can't keep it in a warm, quiet, environment, don't get one. Anything below 75~ will send it into hibernation, which is fatal for domesticated hedgehogs. Also, they have shit awful eyesight and rely mostly on hearing and smell. If there's loud noises often, it'll constantly be scared shitless.
Also, they shit. A lot. Especially when they run, so you'll be cleaning out their cages often if you want to be a good owner.
You also probably need to consider that you'll need to get it out just about every day or else it won't warm up to you.
source: my shitty sister had one and never took care of it, so I became its primary caretaker after a while.
Correct me if I'm wrong though.
can confirm constant night noises and poopiness
don't do it if you are not some surly forester