*From diet to habitat to handling, the Hedgehog Education Hub is your guide to keeping your prickly friend happy and healthy. Learn about enrichment, bonding, and signs of good health - all curated to help you care with confidence.
Chewy editorial team proudly presents a collection of 12 fascinating and delightful behaviors that showcase exactly why hedgehogs hold such a special place in the hearts of their pet parents.
These tiny, spiky companions are full of personality and surprise, often displaying quirks and instincts that are as endearing as they are unusual.
Unlike more traditional pets, hedgehogs bring with them an entire world of curious habits - from their solitary nature and bug hunting enthusiasm to their distinctive huffs, puffs, and snuffles that reveal how they are feeling.
Perhaps the most enchanting of all is their "anointing" ritual, where a hedgehog will discover a new scent, lick it excitedly, and then spread the resulting foamy saliva across its quills with remarkable concentration.
It is just one of many charming mysteries that remind us how unique and instinct driven these little animals truly are.
They are also known for their hilarious tendency to wedge their heads into small objects, their fondness for supervised bath time swims, and their surprising natural resistance to mild snake venom - a fascinating evolutionary trait rooted in their wild ancestors.
Caring for a hedgehog requires love, patience, and a bit of creativity, but the reward is a one of a kind bond built on trust, quiet moments, and shared discovery.
Chewy editorial team is honored to help you learn more about these extraordinary animals so you can create a happy, enriching life together.
Every snuffle, shuffle, and curious glance from your hedgehog is a reminder that even the smallest companions can leave the biggest imprint on our hearts.
