Some people do not recommend giving tuna or any other fish to hedgehogs
. However, besides possibly making their poop smelly, there seems to be no problem with letting hedgies eat tuna. For hedgehogs, the protein-fat ratio in their meal is essential.
Can hedgehogs eat canned sardines?
Generally speaking,
all fish commonly available on the market are safe to feed to hedgehogs
. i.e salmon, whitefish, sardines, cod, mackerel, trout, etc.
What food is toxic to hedgehogs?
- Grapes.
- Raisins.
- Tea Tree oil.
- Chocolate.
- Avocado.
- Garlic.
- Potato.
- Egg yolk.
Is fish poisonous to hedgehogs?
Consumption of a lot of fish protein will travel through a hedgehog's digestive tract very quickly resulting in fishy smelling hedgehog poo
. This was once thought to be proof hedgehogs couldn't digest fish but this has long since been shown to be untrue.
Can hedgehogs eat tuna cat food?
Tuna-based cat food can be provided to hedgehogs
as hedgehogs eat fish in the wild. But, do remember that you could face some smelly poops. Do also check the amount of proteins in them. Some tuna-based foods can exceed the 35% protein mark, which is not suitable.
Can hedgehogs scream?
Like screaming, it's also a distress call. But whereas
screaming indicates the hedgehog is in pain
, the quacking noise is made when the problem isn't quite so serious. Hedgehogs might make the quacking noise if they are stuck in something. Young hedgehogs also tend to make this noise if they are hungry.
Can you give a hedgehog a banana?
Fruits: Dried fruit should be avoided, but a small amount of fresh fruit can be offered to your hedgehog as treats.
Apples, bananas, berries, and melons are popular choices among hedgehogs
. Vegetables: Fresh tomatoes, fresh green beans, and cooked squash are some options that your hedgehog may enjoy.
What veggies can hedgehogs eat?
- Arugula.
- Spinach.
- Dandelion greens.
- Asparagus.
- Carrots.
- Broccoli.
- Sweet potatoes.
- Radish.
Should you feed hedgehogs every night?
Hedgehogs are lactose intolerant so milk can make them very ill and should never be offered. Instead,
put out a dish of fresh water each night
. Hedgehogs are active during the night, so the best time to put out food is just after dusk, when they are starting to search for food.
Do hedgehogs eat cheese?
Hedgehogs are lactose intolerant.
Milk and cheese will give them bad diarrhoea and can lead to serious illness as well
.
Do hedgehogs eat salmon?
They thrive off of live insects and need a healthy dry cat kibble to stay nourished.
Adding unseasoned high protein and low sodium foods such as fresh salmon, eggs, and chicken breast can tickle your hogs taste buds
, but all they truly need are insects in addition to their kibble.
Are dried mealworms OK for hedgehogs?
We DO NOT recommend feeding dried meal worms to hedgehogs
, they contain almost no nutritional value and can harm their health. The x-ray of the entire hedgehog shows the effects of feeding large quantities of mealworms, she had severe metabolic bone disease.
Is it OK for hedgehogs to eat bird seed?
Whilst
small amounts of bird seed are fine for a hedgehog (in fact they really enjoy it) if eaten in large quantities it can be bad for them and cause issues
. The main issue that you should be aware of in hedgehogs that eat bird seed is Metabolic Bone Disease.
What pet food can hedgehogs eat?
High quality, poultry-based cat biscuits
seem to be the number one choice among hedgehog owners. Poultry-based dry cat food high in protein and low in fat needs to make up the majority of a hog's diet. Moist cat food, insects, fruit & veg, boiled eggs and baby food are used to supplement a pet hedgehog's diet.
Can hedgehogs eat bread?
What not to feed hedgehogs. The following foods should be avoided when feeding hedgehogs: Bread and milk (hogs are lactose intolerant so milk can make them ill.
Bread has little nutritional value
)
Do hedgehogs eat fish in the wild?
Registered. It's more that fish has been known to cause extra smelly poops than anything else. It's not necessarily bad for them, but
it's not something a hedgehog in the wild would normally eat
. But as an ingredient in kibble, it's fine if you're OK with potentially dealing with smellier than normal poop.
What does it mean when a hedgehog clicks?
Clicking (Popping)
A hedgehog makes this
aggressive sound when trying to defend itself
. A scared or irritated hedgehog might make this sound. Never intentionally provoke your hedgehog to make this sound. It is best to avoid behavior that elicits this sound from your pet.
What does it mean when a hedgehog sneezes?
Hedgehogs easily develop
respiratory infections
, especially when they are young. For example, bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, are common. Signs of a respiratory infection might include sneezing, a runny or crusty nose and eyes, and raspy breathing, wheezing or coughing.
How do hedgehogs communicate?
Hedgehogs are fairly vocal and communicate
through a combination of grunts, snuffles and/or squeals
, depending on species. Hedgehogs occasionally perform a ritual called anointing.
Can hedgehogs have peanut butter?
Peanut butter isn't the best choice of a treat for hedgehogs
. The sticky texture and the high-fat content make peanut butter a treat that should be avoided or only given sparingly.
Do hedgehogs like to chew on things?
Anything he can chew on, push around, or forage in is fair game
. Just be sure your hedgie's toys don't have loose pieces or string. Don't give your hedgie anything that has dangling string on it, as he could get his little feet caught, which could cause a serious injury.
What do hedgehogs drink?
In terms of water, hedgehogs ingest
water from their prey and natural sources like dew and puddles
. Ponds also provide a water source so it's important to ensure garden ponds have sloping sides or an exit ramp so ‘hogs don't fall in and get stuck.
Do hedgehogs eat chicken?
Hedgehogs can eat chicken
, in fact, they can eat a variety of lean meats since they are a great supplement to their regular commercial food. Chicken is high in healthy proteins that hedgehogs need, you just must ensure you are properly cooking the chicken and only offering lean cuts.
Can hedgehogs have cucumbers?
Hedgehogs can definitely eat cucumbers
, but we would not suggest you make them a regular part of the diet because cucumbers are mostly carbohydrates and water. They also do not contain any nutrient in any sufficient amounts. So, you can provide them sometimes but not often.
What do hedgehogs play with?
Many hedgehogs love to play with
ping pong balls, lattice bird or cat balls, or small balls with bells inside
. Make sure the balls are not sturdy and not easily chewed or damaged. Another version of the plastic ball is a ferret treat ball. As the hedgie pushes around the ball a treat will come out.
