Hedgehogs (Complete Pet Owner’s Manuals)

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Welcome to the world of hedgehogs, where delightful spiky companionship awaits you!

Uncover the secrets of these captivating little creatures and embark on a journey to becoming a confident and caring hedgehog owner with Hedgehogs (Complete Pet Owner’s Manual).

You’ll learn: 

Comprehensive Care Guidelines: This definitive manual provides step-by-step instructions to ensure your hedgehog’s health, happiness, and well-being. From selecting the perfect hedgehog to creating a comfortable home, you’ll learn everything you need to be a responsible and loving hedgehog parent.Nutritional Expertise: Discover the optimal diet for your hedgehog’s unique nutritional needs. Our expert recommendations will keep your pet nourished and energized, promoting longevity and overall vitality.Habitat Setup Made Easy: Design the perfect hedgehog habitat with ease! Learn how to create a cozy and stimulating environment that fosters your hedgehog’s natural behaviors while maintaining a clean and safe living space.Health and Wellness Insights: Understand your hedgehog’s behavior and body language, enabling you to detect signs of illness and prevent health issues. Our invaluable health tips and first aid advice will ensure your hedgehog receives the best possible care.Building Trust and Bonding: Forge a meaningful connection with your hedgehog through our tips on handling, socialization, and interactive play.Grooming and Hygiene Tips: Learn how to groom your hedgehog effectively and maintain their hygiene to keep them feeling fresh and comfortable, promoting a healthier, happier pet.Common Myths Debunked: Separate fact from fiction with our myth-busting section, addressing misconceptions about hedgehogs and offering valuable insights into their behavior and care.

Join countless happy hedgehog owners who have turned to this indispensable guide, and make your hedgehog’s life extraordinary!

From the Publisher

About the Author

Sharon Vanderlip, DVM has a Bachelor of Science degree in zoology from UC Davis and a degree in veterinary medicine. Dr. Vanderlip has provided veterinary care to exotic, wild, and domestic animals for more than 30 years. She has published in scientific journals and has authored more than 20 books on pet care. Dr. Vanderlip has kept African Pygmy and European Hedgehogs as pets and has cared for numerous hedgehogs in her practice.

Information and advice to help you take good care of your African Pygmy Hedgehog

With a special chapter: Understanding Your Hedgehog

African Pygmy Hedgehogs are extraordinary animals. Bright eyed, curious, and covered with quills, these charming little creatures make delightful and unusual pets. Hedgehogs have unique behaviors, abilities, adaptations, and personalities. They also require special care and handling. If you have fallen under the spell of these sweet-faced, prickly pets, this book will take you on a fascinating journey into the secret life of one of the world’s oldest, most primitive, and interesting animals.

Step-by-step directions for everyday care Informative and attractive sidebars Filled with handsome full-color photos

This book is chock-full of useful information and color photos. Here’s a quick look at some of the information you’ll find:

Understanding your hedgehog

The African pygmy hedgehog’s instincts, senses, behaviors, and communication reflect millions of years of ancestral development that have allowed it to survive to this day. The better you understand your hedgehog, the more you will appreciate and enjoy him. In this chapter you’ll learn all about:

The hedgehog’s sense of smell, taste, hearing, sight, and touchBehaviorBody languageVocalizations

Accommodations for your hedgehog

African pygmy hedgehogs are not demanding pets. There are many things you can do to make sure your hedgehog has everything he needs to be healthy, content, and safe in your home. In this chapter you’ll learn about:

Housing considerations, options, requirements, and conditionsBedding materialExercise wheels and ballsTravel kennel

Feeding your hedgehog

African pygmy hedgehogs are eager eaters! Although some are particular about their food preferences, most are easy to please. By feeding a variety of nutritious foods, in the right amounts, you can keep you hedgehog healthy and prevent obesity. In this chapter you’ll learn about:

The hedgehog digestive system and feeding habitsWhat to feedHow much and how oftenFeeding tipsPotentially harmful foods

Health issues

The most important health care you can give your hedgehog is preventive health care. Preventing problems is much easier than treating problems. Some problems cannot be prevented, but if you detect them early and treat them immediately, your hedgehog has a much better chance of recovery. In this chapter you’ll learn about:

Keeping your hedgehog healthyWhat to look for and what to do if your hedgehog is sick

This chapter contains a useful, quick-reference Health Chart that identifies health problems, details the symptoms, and explains what to do in each case.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sourcebooks; Illustrated edition (April 1, 2010)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 104 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0764144391
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0764144394
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.5 x 0.26 x 7.88 inches