Natural hedgehog enclosure

Take a tour through our example bioactive hedgehog enclosure, and find out how you can build your own! We've broken it down into sections on the enclosure, substrate, cleanup crew, heating/lighting/humidity, and plants/extras.

We provide a complete guide to owning a pet hedgehog, including information on their breeds, lifespan, care, feeding, supplies needed and more.

Once you’ve decided that a hedgehog is for you, the next step is to set up the ideal environment and fill the cage with everything that your hedgie will need to stay happy and healthy. Hedgehogs typically live 3-7 years, so it’s important to give your new pet the best start possible. That’s exactly what

You'll have no trouble finding gerbil, guinea pig, or hamster cages at the pet store, but there are few enclosures designed with hedgehogs in mind. This has prompted some owners to adapt existing cages to their needs or to get creative and come up with alternatives to traditional cages. What is a good cage for

As insectivores, hedgehogs love foraging for bugs in their native woodland habitat and can smell their prey 3 inches below the ground. To mimic this in captivity, hedgehog cages often include dig boxes (a tray/box filled with nesting material and treats), but are these necessary? Do hedgehogs need a dig box? Domestic hedgehogs benefit from

The most important thing about a hedgehog's environment is making sure the heater system is correct within the cage.

A basic rule for hedgehog bedding is to ensure it is absorbent and safe, and in this post, we’ll list our top 10 picks of the best hedgehog bedding based on reviews to help you narrow down your search.