What should I do if my Hedgehog becomes ill?

What should I do if my Hedgehog becomes ill?

A great habitat, the correct foods, and proper care go a long way in keeping a hedgehog healthy. Unfortunately, even with the best care injuries or illness may occur. If your pet becomes ill, it is always recommended that you seek advice from a veterinarian. Below are some of the common injuries and illnesses that effect hedgehogs.

Why do hedgehogs roll in dead animal carcass?

Similar to how a dog will roll in a dead animal carcass or feces to mask its own scent (to sneak up on predators), a hedgehog may be doing the same. The difference is that a hedgehog is using the smell to hide from potential predators.

Why do hedgehogs have a smell on their back?

The difference is that a hedgehog is using the smell to hide from potential predators. Another theory that falls in line with self-defense is that the hedgehogs think they are putting a toxic mixture on their back. Hedgehogs are highly resistant to most toxins and are one of the few animals in the wild that can safely eat giant toads!

What kind of illness does a hedgehog have?

Symptoms can be lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting, or coma. Respiratory infection is often caused by a hedgehog’s home being too cold. Symptoms can be loss of appetite, lethargy and heavy or noisy breathing. Hedgehogs may get a skin disease often caused by mites.

What should I do if my Hedgehog is sick?

Ear infections, obesity, allergies, enteritis, osteoarthritis, and other ailments can all occur in your hedgehog. Therefore, an annual physical examination is recommended to keep your hog as healthy as possible for as long as possible. If you suspect your pet is sick, call your vet immediately.

Why does my Hedgehog have an URI infection?

Hedgehog URI symptoms could also be caused by a specific parasitic infection like lungworm, but as you can see below, there are actually twelve reasons for a hedgehog upper respiratory infection, and counting. Most importantly, an upper respiratory infection may lead to death if not caught early enough, so get to a vet as soon as you can.

What kind of health problems do hedgehogs have?

Ear infections, obesity, allergies, enteritis, osteoarthritis, and other ailments can all occur in your hedgehog. Therefore, an annual physical examination is recommended to keep your hog as healthy as possible for as long as possible.

Similar to how a dog will roll in a dead animal carcass or feces to mask its own scent (to sneak up on predators), a hedgehog may be doing the same. The difference is that a hedgehog is using the smell to hide from potential predators.