How to Raise Hedgehogs
  • 1. What is the ideal temperature range for a hedgehog's environment?
A) 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit
B) 30-40 degrees Fahrenheit
C) 90-100 degrees Fahrenheit
D) 50-60 degrees Fahrenheit
  • 2. What type of bedding is NOT recommended for hedgehogs?
A) Cedar shavings
B) Paper-based bedding
C) Fleece liners
D) Aspen shavings
  • 3. Hedgehogs are primarily which type of eaters?
A) Herbivores
B) Carnivores
C) Omnivores
D) Insectivores
  • 4. What is a common health problem in hedgehogs?
A) Feline Leukemia
B) Canine Distemper
C) Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy
D) Wobbly Hedgehog Syndrome (WHS)
  • 5. How often should a hedgehog's cage be cleaned?
A) Monthly
B) Never
C) Daily Spot Cleaning, Weekly Deep Cleaning
D) Only When it Smells
  • 6. What is the best way to handle a hedgehog?
A) Throw a blanket over them
B) Pick them up by their legs
C) Grab them by the quills
D) Gently scoop them up from underneath
  • 7. What is a sign of a healthy hedgehog?
A) Excessive quill loss
B) Alert and active behavior
C) Constant sleeping
D) Refusal to eat
  • 8. What is a good source of enrichment for hedgehogs?
A) Small amounts of sugar
B) Running wheel
C) Still Water Bowl
D) Loud Music
  • 9. What should you do if your hedgehog is quilling?
A) Apply harsh chemicals to their skin
B) Provide a warm bath and soothe their skin
C) Pull out the loose quills
D) Ignore it; it's not painful
  • 10. What is the scientific name for the African Pygmy Hedgehog?
A) Atelerix albiventris
B) Erinaceus europaeus
C) Mesechinus hughi
D) Paraechinus aethiopicus
  • 11. Hedgehogs are naturally which of the following?
A) Arboreal
B) Nocturnal
C) Diurnal
D) Crepuscular
  • 12. What type of veterinarian should you take your hedgehog to?
A) Equine veterinarian
B) Large animal veterinarian
C) Small animal veterinarian specializing in dogs and cats
D) Exotics veterinarian
  • 13. What is a common insect to feed hedgehogs?
A) Ants
B) Bees
C) Mosquitoes
D) Mealworms
  • 14. What should you avoid feeding your hedgehog?
A) Cat food (high quality)
B) Cooked chicken
C) Grapes
D) Boiled eggs
  • 15. How often should you bathe a hedgehog?
A) Monthly
B) Weekly
C) Daily
D) Only when necessary
  • 16. What is a sign of dehydration in a hedgehog?
A) Increased appetite
B) Sunken eyes
C) Excessive energy
D) Glossy quills
  • 17. What is a common sign of mites in hedgehogs?
A) Decreased appetite
B) Increased activity
C) Excessive scratching
D) Weight gain
  • 18. What is the average lifespan of an African Pygmy Hedgehog in captivity?
A) 1-2 years
B) 3-5 years
C) 15-20 years
D) 8-10 years
  • 19. What is 'anointing' in hedgehogs?
A) A sign of illness.
B) A self-anointing behavior where they create a foamy saliva and spread it on their quills.
C) A way to attract a mate.
D) A method of cleaning their quills.
  • 20. What should you NOT use to clean a hedgehog's cage?
A) Bleach
B) Pet-safe disinfectant
C) Warm water
D) Vinegar
  • 21. What is a good source of protein for hedgehogs?
A) Lettuce
B) Crickets
C) Carrots
D) Bananas
  • 22. What is a characteristic of a healthy hedgehog poop?
A) White and chalky
B) Firm and dark
C) Runny and green
D) Yellow and foamy
  • 23. What is hibernation to a hedgehog?
A) A sign of happiness
B) Necessary for good health.
C) Good if the hedgehog is overweight
D) Generally harmful in captivity.
  • 24. What is the minimum cage size for a single hedgehog?
A) 2 square feet
B) 1 square foot
C) 4 square feet
D) 3 square feet
  • 25. What type of cat food is generally recommended for hedgehogs?
A) High-quality, grain-free
B) Any type of wet food
C) Inexpensive dry food
D) Food with fish as a primary ingredient
  • 26. What is the gestation period for a hedgehog?
A) 21 days
B) 90 days
C) 35 days
D) 60 days
  • 27. What is a group of baby hedgehogs called?
A) Hoglets
B) Kittens
C) Pups
D) Calves
  • 28. What is the purpose of a hedgehog's quills?
A) Flight
B) Defense
C) Attracting mates
D) Camouflage
  • 29. Why is it important to keep a hedgehog's nails trimmed?
A) For aesthetic reasons
B) To make them more comfortable
C) To improve their balance
D) To prevent them from getting caught on things
  • 30. Can hedgehogs be litterbox trained?
A) Only if they are trained from birth
B) No, they are incapable of learning
C) Only male hedgehogs can be litterbox trained
D) Yes, with patience
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