How much do hedgehogs cost in Tennessee?
Typical costs: Hedgehogs range in price from $125-$250, depending on the hedgehog’s age, color, and temperament.
How much are pygmy hedgehogs?
Instead of buying your spiny pet from a store, look for a reputable breeder. Look for someone who breeds for sound temperament and handles their young regularly. Young hedgehogs are easier to hand tame if you can get one at 6 to 8 weeks of age. The average price can range anywhere from $75 to $250.
Do pygmy hedgehogs need to be in pairs?
Hedgehogs are solitary animals, they must be kept on their own, that means one animal in one enclosure. Males will often fight to the death and, although less likely, females can also do this. A pair will continuously mate and destroy litters one after another.
What is the cheapest hedgehog?
The cheapest hedgehogs will be either salt and pepper or cinnamon and “pinto” hedgies will be in the mid-price range. The most expensive hedgehogs will tend to be blonde, black or white. Breeders will tend to charge more than a pet store.
Are pygmy hedgehogs smelly?
Hedgehogs are naturally pretty odorless animals. This means if you remove any environmental factors, they’ll never make much of a stink. This isn’t to say you won’t smell anything if you get close to them, but we would never consider it a “bad” smell. Instead, it’s more of a comforting organic scent.
How long do pygmy hedgehogs live?
The average lifespan of an African pygmy hedgehog in the wild is 1-4 years, and 5-10 years in captivity (provided diet and husbandry are optimum).
Does PetSmart have hedgehogs for sale?
Unfortunately, PetSmart does not sell hedgehogs in-store or online as of 2021, however, PetSmart does sell a range of products for hedgehog owners. Customers can visit local breeders and animal shelters to buy hedgehogs but should make sure their state does not restrict hedgehog ownership.