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The
Basics
Articles on basic care and considerations for new or prospective owners. Articles pertaining to health, nutrition, and veterinary care. Articles and pictures about hedgehog breeding, growth, and development. Articles for people who already own a hedgehog or want to know more than just the basics. Learn more about hedgehog colors! Wondering where to buy a hedgehog? Start here! Where to purchase hedgehog supplies and collectibles. Meet the hedgehogs of Hedgehog Valley! Meet the other critters that call
or have called Hedgehog Valley
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The Hedgehog Primer
The Hedgehog Primer is a practical guide to the care of pet hedgehogs, based on sound knowledge and experience. This book is for beginning and experienced hedgehog enthusiasts alike, providing a firm foundation to keep your hedgehog happy and healthy! At 82 pages, this 8-1/2" x 11" book is full of excellent information. Inner photographs are in black and white. Publication date 3/03, ISBN 1-59196-211-0. List price $10.95. Please contact us to purchase.
I. An
introduction to hedgehogs
A.
What kind of animal is a hedgehog?
B.
What species are these hedgehogs?
C.
The history of hedgehogs in the pet trade
D.
Are hedgehogs good pets?
E.
Where do I find a hedgehog?
F.
Why are hedgehogs expensive?
G.
How do I choose a pet hedgehog?
1. Gender differences
2. Temperament
3. Health
II. Getting
ready for a pet hedgehog
A.
Housing
B.
Environment
C.
Feeding
D.
Exercise
E.
Bedding
F.
Cage accessories and toys
G.
Check your attitude and expectations
H.
Finding a veterinarian
I.
Finding the right hedgehog for you
III. When
hedgehog comes home
A.
Handling hedgehogs
B.
Common adjustment difficulties
C.
Understanding behavior/communication
D.
Behavioral issues
1. Biting
2. Quilling
3. Self-anointing
E.
Hedgehog hide and seek (“hedgie-proofing”)
IV. Keeping your
hedgehog healthy
A.
When to take your hedgehog to the vet
B.
Common medical problems
1. Mites
2. Respiratory infections
3. Tumors and abscesses
4. Fatty liver
5. Dental issues
6. Obesity
7. Ear problems
8. “Wobbliness”
9. Fleas
C.
Cleanliness and bathing
D.
Communicating with your veterinarian
E.
What to keep in your hedgehog care/first aid kit
V. Beyond the
basics
A.
Travel with hedgehogs
B.
Hedgehogs and other pets
C.
Hedgehogs in public settings
D.
Hedgehog colors
E.
The hedgehog community
1. International Hedgehog Association
2. Showing your hedgehog
3. Online communities
F.
Preparing for a pet sitter
VI. Breeding
hedgehogs
A.
Introduction to the perils of breeding
B.
Licensure
C.
The many hats of a hedgehog breeder
D.
Breeder ethics
E.
From beginning to babies
1. Choosing breeding stock
2. Putting them together
3. Pregnancy
4. Infancy
5. Toddlerhood
5. Weaning
F.
Hand feeding
G.
Predicting adult color from baby color
VII. Making
things for your hedgehog
A.
Hedgebag
B.
Craft foam tubes
C.
Storage tote cage
D.
Fleece blanket
E.
Storage blocks playpen
G.
Toys from “trash”
VIII. Resources
A.
Bibliography
B.
Recommended Readings
C.
Internet Resources
IX. Index
X. Apendices A.
Hedgehog’s Journal B.
Additional Photos C.
Acknowledgements Antigone Means Iola, KS All information on this web site is copyright of Hedgehog Valley. You may view/print the web pages for your personal use. You may also provide a link to these pages without prior approval. No one is allowed to re-post the information from Hedgehog Valley Web Site, including pictures, to any other web site, without the approval of Hedgehog Valley. Copyright 2002
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