Are hedgehogs supposed to be cold?
The temperature of the room should stay between 72 – 80 degrees Fahrenheit at all times. With 74 – 78 degrees is the ideal temperature for a pet hedgehog. Hedgehogs can die from both cold and heat extremes. If a hedgehog is too cold they will not be as active and will be more grumpy and huffy when handled.
How do I know if my hedgehog is too cold?
Signs of hedgehogs in danger of being too cold are decreased activity, decreased appetite, sneezing (as opposed to puffling). So, if she’s not on her wheel and exploring at night, eating her food and turning down mealworms and other treats, check the temperature in her enclosure!
Do hedgehogs like Coldwater?
When it comes to hedgehogs, liking water is one thing, and swimming is another. Cold water will make them lethargic and in a worse case scenario, make them so cold, they could end up going into hibernation when they leave the water.
What temperature do hedgehogs need to live in?
“ Hedgehogs are most comfortable between 74° and 76°F, which is 23° to 24°C. If the temperature gets too low, your hedgehog may ball up and try and go into hibernation, which could be fatal.
What temperature is too low for hedgehogs?
Hedgehogs need their enclosure to be kept between 21 – 25 degrees Celsius. The temperature should never drop below 18 degrees Celsius or rise above 28 degrees Celsius. If a Pygmy hedgehog gets too cold, she may attempt to hibernate.
Can you overheat a hedgehog?
Hedgehogs are susceptible to heat stroke if they become overheated by extremely high temperatures. They seem to thrive with an environmental temperature of 70º – 85ºF (21º – 29ºC).
How do you warm up a hedgehog?
The easiest way to guarantee your hedgehog has a warm place to stay is by placing a heating pad underneath or in its cage. Our recommended heating pad is the K&H Small Animal Heating Pad. We have been using this brand of heating pad for years with our hedgehogs.
Are hedgehogs noses supposed to be wet?
The eyes should not be watery or sunken, dull, or have any discharge. The hedgehog’s nose should be moist and clean. It should not be dry, bubbly, or running.
Why are my hedgehogs eyes closed?
Eye Troubles Since hedgehogs have protruding eyes, they are susceptible to injury and irritation. Signs of eye irritation including holding the eye shut, pawing at the eye or tearing.
How do you tell how old a hedgehog is?
You can’t really tell the age of a hedgehog just by looking at it. Masks often fade when they get older, but some of them fade more than others so it isn’t a good way to tell.
What do you feed a 6 week old hedgehog?
Hoglets should be fed with a milk substitute such as Esbilac which contains all the fats, vitamins and minerals they need. Under no circumstances should you give them cow’s formula which will kill them. Goat’s milk with Goat’s colostrum may be used for a short period of time if nothing else is available.