A Spiky Ball of Love — the African Pygmy Hedgie

About this episode

Dr. Dan Johnson discusses the appeal and care of African pygmy hedgehogs.

#348: Dr. Dan Johnson explains the appeal of African pygmy hedgehogs, noting their quiet nature, small size, low maintenance, lack of odor. He recommends scattering hedgehog kibble in a tray with ping-pong balls and other objects for foraging enrichment — along with small pieces of every imaginable fruit or vegetable.

People in this episode

Host: Tracie Hotchner

Guest: Dr. Dan Johnson

Topics covered

• African pygmy hedgehogs
• pet care
• foraging enrichment
• low maintenance pets
• small pets

Keywords

• African pygmy hedgehog
• pet care
• foraging
• hedgehog kibble
• low maintenance

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