Problems With Pet Hedgehogs

There’s no doubt that it’s fun and exciting to take care of a hedgehog. However, these positive feelings are not all that you can feel once you have a hedgehog beside you. Challenges will be a part of your journey. Here are some of the possible struggles you will face when adopting a hedgehog:

• Nocturnal. This means that he will mostly be more active during the night than during the daytime, a total opposite of the natural sleep-wake cycle of humans. Therefore, finding time to bond with your pet might be more challenging. Use your free time during the night, as this is where your schedules can meet if you work during the day. 

• Active. Expect that your pet is in his most active state during the night. Make sure he’s far from you if you don’t want to hear the sounds he makes at night. His enclosure must have a wide space to do whatever he wishes freely. 

• Possible disease carriers. This might be the greatest challenge you’ll face when adopting a hedgehog. Check your pet regularly to ensure he’s free from any disease that might infect you and your family, such as Salmonella. 

Any sign of an illness exhibited by your pet should be brought to the attention of your veterinarian near me Cedar Rapids, IA.