Hedgehog Cages and Hedgehog Housing: Smooth-walled enclosures are best. They should be high enough
to prevent escape. Aquariums (20 gallon or preferably larger) are
acceptable. Wire caging is not recommended as hedgies get their feet
caught easily. Bedding can be newspaper or recycled
pelleted/absorbable material. Avoid cedar shavings. Bedding must be
kept dry and changed frequently. AF must be kept at 75-850 F using an
undertank heater/heating unit, heating pad on low on one section to
provide a heat gradient. Accessories may include a cut-out box,
plastic log, or flower pot to hide under. Toys may include exercise
wheels specially constructed for hedgies (can be constructed out of
wooden 12" popsicle sticks and cross stitch circle; axle is a thin
dowel, spokes are lengths of plywood 1" X 0.5". Hedgies fall through
wire rodent wheels. Cage accessories should be cleaned frequently.
Some hedgies enjoy a pan or shallow tub of warm water for swimming.
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Hedgehog Housing
