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Feeding Your Hedgehog

· Hedgehogs,pet care
animal hospital Dallas, GA

Your hedgehog is more than a fancy guinea pig or hamster. He is a unique pet requiring special feeding care. Your hedgehog is an insectivore so he would prefer to eat insects. Since this is impracticable for most people, feed him a few tablespoons of commercial dry hedgehog food instead. Hedgehogs are lactose intolerant so don’t give him dairy products such as dried milk or cheese. Your hedgehog may enjoy unseasoned meat but cook it well. You may have access to farm-raised insects marketed as pet food that you can feed your hedgehog. Never feed him insects from your yard since they could be tainted with poisonous chemicals and insecticides. Your hedgehog may enjoy small bits of fruit as an occasional treat. Limit fruits to three times per week to avoid digestive issues and remove uneaten fruit daily to prevent decay. Never feed him grapes or raisins, which can be toxic. Contact your animal hospital Dallas, GA to learn more click here. https://thearkvet.net/