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