Why Choose a Hedgehog as a Pet? Hedgehogs are ideal for people who prefer low-noise, low-space pets. They are generally quiet, independent, and do not require constant attention. Their unique ...

Hedgehog breeder and trainer Jennifer Crespo, of Gardner, Mass., holds Circus, a one-year-old pet hedgehog. Nocturnal, and living primarily on insects in the wild, hedgehogs are increasingly becoming ...

Hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, and even rats have long dominated the market as preferred picks for pint-sized pets. But there's another miniature mammal that's starting to gain popularity in the pet ...

African pygmy hedgehogs have grown popular over the years, especially with how often they show up online. But there’s more going on behind that image. In 2019, the CDC linked several Salmonella cases ...

Hedgehogs are unique and low-maintenance pets but they still require proper care to stay healthy and happy. Owning a hedgehog can be somewhat expensive as they do require large enclosures. However ...