Hedgehogs
September 20th, 2011
Owning hedgehogs as pets is getting to be more common now than ever before. They have the cutest expression on their faces and they look like a bowl turned upside down. Their quills are not barbed or as sharp as a porcupines. They have soft fur on their bellies and face. They do have tails but they are mostly pulled back under the quills.
The life expectancy of a hedgehog is about 4 to 6 years of age and they can grow between 4 to 9 inches in length. Muscles running around their bodies allow them to roll up into a ball when they feel they are in danger.
Pet hedgehogs communicate through body language and sounds. For instance, if they purr or whistle, this is a sign of contentment. Puffing, snorting or sneezing conveys uncertainty or displeasure. They usually hiss when they are scared. Being very curious, they love to sniff to become familiar with the odors around them and to feel more comfortable with their owners.
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