Hedgehogs need a balanced diet that includes protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Here’s a list of the best foods for them:

1. High-Quality Hedgehog Food

  • Specially formulated hedgehog kibble (available at pet stores)

2. High-Protein Cat or Dog Food

  • Dry or wet cat food (high in protein, low in fat)
  • High-quality dog food (small kibble size)

3. Insects & Protein Sources (Great for snacks/treats!)

  • Mealworms (live or dried)
  • Crickets (gut-loaded for extra nutrients)
  • Boiled chicken (plain, no seasoning)
  • Scrambled or boiled eggs

4. Fruits & Veggies (Small amounts as treats)

  • Apples (no seeds)
  • Bananas
  • Berries (strawberries, blueberries)
  • Carrots (cooked, soft)
  • Sweet potatoes (cooked)

5. Avoid These! 🚫

  • Dairy (hedgehogs are lactose intolerant)
  • Raw meat or raw eggs
  • Nuts & seeds (choking hazard)
  • Citrus fruits (too acidic)
  • Chocolate, onions, garlic, or anything sugary/salty

A well-balanced diet keeps hedgehogs happy and healthy!

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It’s an amusing little critter with many curiosities and oddities that make them all the more adorable. They are tiny enough to fit in your hand when they are small and if you are the sort who stays up most nights then a hedgehog may be the pet for you. Hedgehogs wouldn’t be what you would consider as the typical family pet, and have some special traits, characteristics and habits which do not make them suitable for some owner situations. So, it is vital to be aware and ready for some of these characteristics even before you think about purchasing a hedgehog. Find out everything you need to know about the hedgehog in this handy book and get to learn about its origins, behaviors, physical characteristics and also get to learn how to feed and care for them. Hedgehogs General Info, Purchasing, Care, Cost, Keeping, Health, Supplies, Food, Breeding and More Included!




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