Hedgehog Care: The Basics

[@audreygagnon9923]

My boyfriend and i are moving into an apartment where we can't have our dog (it was my family dog so she's simply going back to my parent's, so no worries) and we both never lived without dogs in our lives (or simply pets) i'm allergic to cats so I can't have one, and a hedgehog is my boyfriend's favorite animal, so we're thinking about getting one, once we're fully established in our new place! I'm doing lots and lots of research and your videos are great! Thanks a lot! And i'm really happy about adopting a little spiky friend! A great plus is that we both work till late at night so our schedule fits with a hedgehog lifestyle, we stay up late most nights! 😊😊 can't wait!

[@lilvinylman]

upsate?

[@lilvinylman]

update **?

[@peytonsizemore5425]

1:59 - 2:00 lol And I wish my hedgehog was that social and friendly... he seems like he's always grumpy and all I can think is that he may never be sociable with people.

[@alewxb1527]

My Hedgie is probably one of the moodiest you have ever seen so I relate to this 😂😂

[@clttaurus]

perfect timing! i'm getting my hedgie next saturday. thanks so much ily!

[@lilyenames2340]

Nicole Alexandra were did you get your hedchoge

[@schlacdaddy]

Hi you might have gotten yours already but I got mine on the website maplespricklepatch and I just got it today it is amazing and loving and the breeder is great!🙂

[@rowenbatts4930]

Yay!

[@dalialevitt1042]

JAMI AYALA ily=i love you

[@rowynnbourdier6283]

Congrats!

[@elijahclark6093]

My wife and daughter are on their way to adopt our first hedgehog right now. Your videos have been instrumental in helping me to know what we need to do. I know theres a lot to learn along the way but after watching half a dozen of your videos I feel like I may be ahead of the game. So thank you :)

[@sarahbourke378]

I am getting one❤

[@michaelmason9653]

My getting my first hedgehog its a babe can u do a video of what i need to take of it x

[@ToriLynnPPH]

+Michael Mason Already have one! :) Check out the link in the description, there's a playlist with all my care videos :)

[@krisaanes5677]

I'm getting a Hedgehog today so thank you so so so so much for making these videos

[@volleyball4883]

Updates??

[@larb8746]

Hi we are thinking about getting one // doing lots of research on hedgehogs. This video was helpful thanks. I have to COMMEND you on your patience through out the video, with the constant moving of that hedgehog . You either have incredible patience or a TON of love for it. Amazing how you kept calm through the entire video . Very impressed ps what age do you recommend the baby be before re homing ?

[@ToriLynnPPH]

I'm used to it, hedgehogs are naturally pretty squirmy and don't appreciate having their movements restricted :) Hedgehogs can go home at around 6 weeks old when they are weaned from their mothers. You don't want one any earlier than that, but older hedgehogs are fine too! :) Both of my boys were slightly older when I got them.

[@aaannntttiiimmeeemmbbbbbee5971]

Lar B same I'm getting my hedgie on Monday to Wednesday

[@slynnel19]

I'm getting a hedgehog next month, thanks so much for all your hedgie vids, I feel well prepared 😄

[@fantasyanimal3183]

me 2 :D

[@c.aiitwyeth]

Samera Lesher how is the hedgy :3

[@slynnel19]

CrazyPotato He's great! His name is Gizmo and he loves bananas 😄 he can me very sweet or very grumpy at times but I love him so much!

[@viviana8914]

Samera Lesher same

[@bobx5400]

Samera Lesher I am going to get one next week

[@martinbradstreet5728]

On behalf of all those who own, looking to own, or simply just curious about the Hedgehog, and are looking for some good answers, thank you so much for all your hard work making these most informative, thoughtful videos looking to help any possible would-be & future Hedgehog owners and *enthusiasts (*I add "enthusuasts" because I think you have to be just that to take on the monetary and care responsibilities that owning such a pet entails; i'm not implying that they aren't worth it, though - they're so very cute and unique! But they need your love, and lots of your time!)! I'm not a Hedgehog owner - they are illegal to have as pets in the state of Pennsylvania, to start, and the closest thing I have to a Hedgehog is my Hedgehog-Beanie Baby, Buggles! Buggles keeps me young-at-heart, and is really a buddy herself. No, no...of course there is no comparison between owning the Beanie-Baby vs. the real thing. I know! Except both are terribly cute!!!! Buggles gets credit, however, for sparking my curiosity about the Hedgehog, quite seriously, and the more i've researched the lovable little companion, the more fascinating I find these animals. Upon and since finding your channel, Ms. Tori Lynn, I have learned so very much from your expert videos. I find you A#1 on this topic!! Your Hedgehog Care videos are jam-packed with tons of knowledge about the small mammal, and I thank you for the plethora of information on the topic! You really go above and beyond to help your audience - especially any future Hedgie owners who will/would be applying what they learned from you (we surely hope so, anyways! :) - in arming them with information! You - already what i'd consider an expert - probably still conducted a little research & double-checking, and almost-definitely, some considerable planning, in finding the right kind of information across this expansive topic, drawing up your best answers - and finally organizing it all! - to present to your audience, from their myriad list of, seemingly, every possible type of question about the Hedgehog, along w/ owning/homing it as a pet, of course* (* The latter serving as a plenty-expansive topic in itself!). Wow! So many people have so many varied concerns and things to consider for their own unique lifestyle & degree of limitation in having & keeping such an *exotic animal (*One, not necessarily demanding but one that requires some serious responsibility from their owner(s), as they are non-indigenous to our North America, and have some critical requirements such as temperature - 72-80 ° Hedgie cage temp. is necessary!) as the Hedgehog is, at least for us Americans, that your undertaking here as one informing & preparing those who are considering one (or more!) as a possible pet can be a daunting, and delicate matter! Understanding that fact, you do a tremendous job in your coverage of information, of any eventualities, of the ins and outs of Hedgehog ownership & care; you even touch on improbable yet possible dangers to a pet Hedgehog in the domestic environment & proactive solutions to those matters, and much, much more!! You explain everything well, and, while you're very honest about the cost, and the serious responsibility, attention & work required as a Hedgehog pet owner and/or foster parent - and that's quite justified - you're not discouraging to the viewer, either! You come across, simply, in preparing others for the role as successful, happy pet-parents, if getting a Hedgehog is, decidedly, right for them, after all their assessments (Drawing on your knowledge given here, in part!) are made. Well done!! And a great big, thank you, from animal lovers like me who especially appreciate you!! Very Sincerely, -Martin & Buggles P.S. I know this video is from many years ago, and you may or may not even be into owning Hedgehogs any longer, but I just watched most of the Hedgehog Care (and more!) segment on your channel, and, well, a "thank you" was due nonetheless! You did a great job. While I watched, I just kept thinking of all the diligent, hard work you must've put into these presentations!! So, people are still watching these videos, and appreciating your work! Thanks again, Tori Lynn!

[@pageinthebook5081]

I appreciate your videos between yours and a few others I feel prepared for my new hedgie at the end of this month.

[@rachelkeaton7607]

Your hair!!! ♡♡♡♡ love it!

[@ToriLynnPPH]

+Rachel Keaton Thank you ❤️

[@leighdnorth]

I get my first little hogglet next week! I have been studying your playlist, it has been soooo helpful! Thank you

[@kyarahburchell4578]

Hey there! I'm a huge huge fan! I love your videos! I was just wondering what kind of night cam you use? And does it connect to your phone? Thank you so much and thank you for all the information!❤🦔❤🦔❤🦔❤🦔❤🦔❤🦔

[@AChicJustBeatU]

Love your videos! I am researching hedgehogs to ensure I am ready to be a hedgehog parent. Your videos have been so helpful. You look super cute in this video, love the glasses.

[@jazzieleigh]

Your hedgehog is so cute! I want one like yours. ❤

[@Ermwhothefart]

I’m adopting my hedgehog this Sunday and I can’t wait. She’s so precious, two years old. She looks like a little pinecone.

[@vixtion9180]

The first video in the playlist time to binge watch

[@finne0n]

This is a great video. I'm doing research for when mine is old enough to come home, and the tip about freezing bedding is super useful. I had no idea!

[@mariasmith207]

I like your Hedgehog videos I am getting one next year Your videos really help me thanks

[@ToriLynnPPH]

+Maria Smith Happy to help!

[@mayacampbell5155]

Thank you so much for all hedgehog related videos. You are so helpful and my hedgehog is doing amazingly

[@37ameileen]

I really want one! They may take alot of time and patience but there personality and cuteness make up for it

[@getoffmylawn6205]

I’m currently looking into buying a hedgie for myself from a very trusted local breeder. I’ve been binging your care videos and they’ve been super helpful! I feel well informed and prepared to take on one of these spiky babies, thank you so much for these

[@CyberDiver91]

Man, glad to find these videos. A couple years ago, I did some research into taking care of these little guys and decided then wasn't the best time to bring one home. Now that I have a much quieter home, I'm considering getting one again. This is good to know, it sounds like you've had more than the two you've shown so far. Blaze and Draco seem to be pretty happy with you!

[@yivonne1422]

Your videos have been so helpful in deciding if and when to get a hedgehog! I’ve wanted one for the longest time but for now, Im waiting until I have my own home (hopefully in these next couple years). I’ve have been doing research so I can prepare and the only thing that keeps popping in my head is how my two toy poodles would be with the hedgehog and vice versa. Do you have any problems with yours?

[@lilybailey4511]

💜this! Helpful vids! Has helped my boys and I out! The pet shop we got ours from never even mentioned the cage temp and hibernation.

[@vivianna5773]

Tysm! This really helped looking forward to getting my hedgehog ❤️

[@koperski92]

I absolutely love your videos. Thank you for sharing them with us. I am looking at getting a Hegehog and feel so much more prepared after watching your Playlist. Please keep making videos! They are great 👍

[@obx_fanpage22]

this helps a lot because i’m getting a hedgehog next saturday!!

[@maddymoon7064]

Great video, as usual! :D (as I was watching this, I was holding my hedgie hehe) I really enjoyed this video. I bet this will help so many new hogmom/dads out there! xxxx

[@generalviolet9806]

Getting a hedgi soon and am very thankful for how much your vids have taught me

[@annierennaker5767]

Only 2 weeks until I get my hedgie! Can't wait thanks for your lovely vids!

[@M1_1SHR00M]

I might be getting hedgehog next month

[@funwithme2518]

Thank you so much I have a hedgehog picked out named Ollie from a breeder you have helped ,me so much

[@MarineBioLo]

I love seeing his lil leggies kicking at the bottom of the screen 😂

[@isabellaxo9245]

I loved this Video a lot I'm getting my baby hedge hog In a few weeks and this vid gave me really good tips thanks

[@Audrey-ug7jg]

I just got one yesterday, I've been waiting for this specific hedgehog for almost a month. (put a deposit on her on oct. 7 and finally got her nov 3rd!) she's only 7 weeks old and your videos really helped! Im pretty much adjusted with her.

[@Audrey-ug7jg]

I do have a quick question though, I think she's due for a bath but Im afraid to bathe her because she's so small and i just want to be sure theres nothing specific i should be careful about.

[@ToriLynnPPH]

+Audrey Just use a little water so she doesn't get any in her nose and ears. By that age they can be bathed the same as adults :)

[@Audrey-ug7jg]

PugPibbleHedgie okay good! thank you. you might be seeing more questions from me in the future, because I'm still trying to get the hang of taking care of her.

[@MrEijha]

Audrey

[@autumngrace0398]

Tori: *explaining about hedgehog basics Also Tori: *twist and turns poor Draco*

[@sophiaschueren9409]

10:36 is too cute 🥺🥺❤️❤️❤️

[@leahblackwood2109]

Such a sweet voice!!!

[@fallon_leibrock]

Thank you so much for the info on hedgehogs PugPibbleHedgie!!! I'm getting my hedgehog on Friday the 18th

[@lonewolf-sp6xz]

Thank you so muchh!! Ur videos are very useful... I just adopted a hedgehog and I know how to take care of them well😄🤗👍💖

[@jiaruigu1103]

Thanks for the tips! 😄

[@ryangreene2103]

I'm your new fan I like to listen to your or videos how to take care of hedgehogs and I'd like to watch them too

[@kayleighdufrene9896]

Hi Tori, where did you buy your fleece you use for bedding? Also, your cuddle sac? I want to buy the right one for my boy. Thank you :)

[@maryooma_217_]

I already have a hedgehog 🦔 and ur videos rly Help so thank u sooo much u are amaizing

[@hayleythebratplayzz6466]

Where did you get your hedgehog

[@averybeaulieu3634]

Hi, this might sound dumb but is it just the regular craft store fleece?

[@mike64ls65]

Avery Bug yes you can also put pee pads underneath the fleece to make it more absorbent

[@clairebunch9999]

I am getting a hedgehog thanks a lot for the video

[@ciara6279]

Can you do a video explaining mites, symptoms, and prevention? Thanks!

[@Lydia-f2g]

What kind of cat food do you recommend? My friend and I are wanting to put our money together and then convince our parents to letting us get one. I've done a tone of research and your videos are awesome!!

[@cathyjerome1662]

Can we use salmon oil for skin care ?

[@familyobringer8299]

Hi my name is Gianna and I really want a hedgehog and I have to work for the money to buy her and can you make a video where the like the toys and cage supplies video?

[@shiestyproductions7031]

i made an impulsive decision to buy a hedgehog which ive been thinking about for a very long time but i crammed in alot of your videos in a short period of time and all of them have been very helpful! ive had my hedgehog home for about 12 hours now and weve been bonding alot, unfortunately his pervious owner didnt keep up with his toe nail trimming, any tips for 3 month old hedgie thats still a bit nervous of me ?

[@mom2fourctplus1]

Hi Tori Lynn, I got my sweet baby girl hedgehog about a week and a half ago from an amazing breeder. I have been watching your videos and they're amazing and incredibly helpful. I was wondering if I can ask you a question because you are very knowledgeable. I was cutting my hedgehogs' nails yesterday for the first time and cut the quick of her back nail a bit. It bled and I put cornstarch then flour on it to stop the bleeding. She didn't seem that upset by it but I noticed that she didn't go on her wheel last night. I feel absolutely terrible!!! Do you know about how long it'll take to heal and have any ideas for comfort? Thank you in advance and for your videos. You have beautiful pets! Sincerely, Allison

[@kazukinoo]

Ok I'm a little late but what kind of hedgehog do you have

[@staceymartin3303]

Can a hedgehog live with a humidifier? I have nose bleeds

[@ToriLynnPPH]

+Stacey Martin Yes :)

[@staceymartin3303]

Thanks!😄

[@lockec3269]

Stacey Martin me too

[@noah-rj9zv]

Stacey Martin same

[@noah-rj9zv]

PugPibbleHedgie thx also

[@averydowning2776]

My birthdays coming up in January and I want a hedgehog soo bad so I’m just gonna watch all your videos😂

[@crustynarwhal8456]

Yay I’m doing everything correct!!!

[@bean_sprout4597]

👍

[@volleyball4883]

Great! :)

[@christianlebron6502]

I'm getting one this Saturday and this video is really helpful

[@katelynhicks332]

I might get a hedgehog tmrw and I’m soo excited

[@kweenbee20]

Phew u saved me, I'm getting one in the morning

[@UniquelyMary]

Love your vids I had a hamster are they alike ?

[@TAkTiX94]

I wild hedgehog came up to me in a park, and as I approached it it didn't ball up. The park was very busy with people, dogs etc so I picked him up. He didn't mind at all I'm very shocked because we found one before in our yard in SA and it didn't let us toach it at all and always balled up. This little one is very friendly. Do you think it will be difficult for him to adapt to home life after being in the wild? He is bigger than yours by quite a bit? Thanks for the cool video it's very informative.

[@ladyhyacinthzthewhitesorce1668]

babe is it ok to put coconut oil capsule to prevent mites and how many times in a week ty babe

[@goaway73]

My wife and I just bought a 9 month old today for our daughter and oh yeah it's painful at first DON'T GRAB both you and your hedg will not be happy lol but after 2 or 3 times I figured out gently is key and were getting to know each other a little at a time. He seams to panic when I held him . Could be because were both a bit nervous of each other. But as with my bearded dragon ill learn how to better handle and when not too . Awesome vid very educational for a guy like me

[@Ace-08]

Just got a hedgehog... on thr first night she leapt over my 19cm tall plastic container and dissapeared for 2 days before we fond her under the piano... idk what she ate for 2 days but i gave her a bath and she just curling up all night didnt move... i hope she is ok... any tips?

[@star-vs8qn]

10:09 lmao he's just flailing down there

[@isajunqueira9165]

what do i do when i travel ?? can i live them alone

[@stranger.things.edits1317]

HELP! I’m hopefully getting a hedgehog do they make much noise at night ! I need to know please tell me if you know

[@reneecook2972]

Have you liter trained your hedgies? If so, what brand of litter should be used?

[@Jezebel066]

Very good video. Not sure my 13 yr old will still want one when she finds out some of this stuff...

[@Adi_kookie]

I have a bin cage, I want to change her house for another one but idk which , and also want to go with fleece bedding but idk if I should

[@SmallPaws-gb8bu]

Hi I know nothing about hedgehogs but I want to so can u use a heating pad

[@26ShannonC]

Stupid question. On all the KZbin videos that I watched but hedgehogs. None of them have specified if they bite or not.

[@Jkh486]

Wait so if you are heating lamp, so what do you do at night

[@pepper9242]

Sorry-so should I use fleece bedding?

[@robertdunow]

What skincare do you use for your hedgehog, ty.

[@weijessica6749]

When do I need to trim my hedgehog's nails? Like when how long have they grown? Also, just for curiosity, what's the problem of them having nails that are too long?

[@ToriLynnPPH]

+Wei Jessica I typically do my boys nails once a week. When the white bit of the nails seems a tad long, I snip it off. It's all person judgement. The issue with them being long is that hedgehogs tend to rip them off, which causes bleeding and opens them up for infections. They also will make their nails start to grow funny when they start to curl. Some hedgehogs even have their nails grow straight back into their paws, which is painful for them and can also cause infections.

[@andreadickson1218]

Love your videos!! I've been watching them the past few days now to prepare for getting my hedgie!! I got her last night! Thanks for making these videos!!

[@debbievold5107]

I want one so bad. How much did hedgie cost?

[@zebadab8417]

Wow she is sooooo nolegable about hedgehogs!!!😄😄

[@lxsrivera62]

what if your room is normally 73-74 degrees Fahrenheit? is that ok?

[@avafermaint5808]

I do use gloves but its a temporary thing and i only use them when pulling him out of the cage i think he actually likes the gloves as well so thats a plus for me

[@sloan5751]

I just adopted a hedgehog. Almost 2 years old. He wasn't well taken care of. He's too skinny and he bites and is very skittish because the previous owner was allergic. I'm gonna make sure he has a good life from now on and I know it will take time but any pointers would be helpful!

[@simplyjenna4066]

i have a heating bad, but it’s under the cage and a blanket or even a couple blankets. his cage is a plastic container cage. will he be okay??? i feel the heat everyday and it isn’t too hot

[@funwithme2518]

Which critter nation cage getting a hedgehog and don't know which one ? Where did you get yours and what's the model Love your videos you've helped me soooo much with getting supplies thank you

[@angelabernal7713]

Thx a lot ily I'm getting a hedgehog thursday🙈❤️! He is 8weeks old and his name is comet

[@scottcaslick3763]

Hi Tori. When can you start feeding the hedgehog mealworms? Mine is 6 wks old. Thank you.

[@avacassidy1345]

I'm thinking of getting one this year or next and I'm just starting high school but when I go to college my sister would be taking care of it because I know they can live to like 5

[@katew2772]

Hi! First of love your vids! SOO helpful! What edible oil/moisturizer do you recommend?

[@ToriLynnPPH]

Coconut oil is my favorite, it seems to work the best for us! Vitamin E oil is my second favorite!

[@419waywardkid5]

I first held one today and I thought that constant running around was normal so now I'm not so worried about bonding (much like I was with my chameleon) 😂 but luckily I'm getting one and my roommate (who's had several) is gonna help so let's hope for the best lol

[@ryzing_pheonix_games8659]

When you use fleece what do you use to wash them with anything special?

[@maddy-it7im]

I love your hedgehog videos. hopefully if all goes well, I'll get a hedgehog next year❤

[@Scarlett_LPS]

Im hoping to get a hog next month, has anybody got any tips to help know when to spot a dodgy breeder?!

[@user-yv7st6dj6b]

My hedgie lives in a wire cage however the cage comes with a base very high so he can’t climb but either way he’s not a climber awesome video btw!

[@Jkh486]

How about paper shred for bedding

[@karltv9565]

Hi Tory. I am new lover of hedgehog and I only own one. I was wondering if you could help me with my concern. How often should I groom/bathe my hedgehog? Thank you.

[@petsforlife6617]

I’m getting a hedgehog in Friday yay I’m so excited

[@user-je7my8ig6j]

is it okay to change the cage at 5 am?

[@mike64ls65]

Yeonu Cho yes they are nocturnal so yes that is a great time you

[@ghostoligist7112]

You have probably been asked this before, but I have a question that's really worrying me. I'm getting my hedgehog early july, and while I won't have school until early september, I want to know if you think my hedgehog will be okay alone in my house from 7 am - 3:30 pm, or at latest 5:30 pm. Please answer, and thank you in advance!

[@ToriLynnPPH]

+Moustached Panda Hedgehogs are nocturnal, it'll be asleep while you're gone :)

[@ghostoligist7112]

Oh, thank goodness! Thank you for answering!

[@GoldenGummybear]

Can you use a guinea pig cage for a hedgehog cage?

[@ToriLynnPPH]

As long as your hedgehog doesn't climb and you can heat it properly. Wire cages are difficult to manage because they do not hold heat well.