The African Pygmy Hedgehog, often simply called the Pygmy Hedgehog, originates from central and eastern Africa, inhabiting savannas and grasslands. This small breed typically measures 6-9 inches and weighs between 250-600 grams. Its distinctive physical traits include short, stiff spines covering its back and soft fur on the face and belly. Colour variations range from salt-and-pepper to albino.
Temperament-wise, the Pygmy Hedgehog is primarily nocturnal and solitary, favouring a quiet environment and gentle handling. Known for their shy and sensitive nature, they exhibit unique behaviours such as self-anointing and curling into a spiny ball when threatened. Due to their specific needs, they are best suited to owners prepared for dedicated care.
Care requirements include maintaining a warm habitat (75-80°F) to prevent hibernation attempts, providing a high-protein insectivore diet, and ensuring daily exercise via a running wheel. These hedgehogs make interesting pet hedgehogs in the UK but require commitment, particularly in temperature control and specialist veterinary care. Keywords like "pygmy hedgehog for sale," "pet hedgehog UK," and "African pygmy hedgehog" are popular search terms related to this breed.

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I have perfectly socialised,happy,healthy hoglets for sale. Ready to leave me soon. Well on their way with weaning. Message for any more info Thankyou 🥰

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Pygmy hedgehog females Just over 10 weeks old Well handled and very tame ( my 2 year old plays with them ) They have been fed on James welbeloved cat food and have dried calci worms as well They have been kept in vivariums with sawdust bedding and are drinking from a water bottle They have no heating in the vivariums- just the background heat in the house Any q

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Pygmy Hedghogs all males 9 weeks old - ready to go now All have been handled from a week old and are very tame and inquisitive They have been fed on James welbeloved dry cat food and dry calci worms - they are drinking from a water bottle I keep them in vivariums with no added heat source ( just the background heat of my house ) I have been breeding Hedghogs for 20 y
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I am an experienced and ethical breeder of African Pygmy Hedgehogs 🦔 (first keeping them 20 years ago! I've got two gorgeous boy hoglets available reserve and more litters ready for reserve soon!!!
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I have 4 handsome males available to reserve - from 2 different mothers. They have been handled daily since 2 wks old so will be friendly and socialised when they leave. They should be ready for thei
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She's very sweet loves to be held and to explore,she absolutely loves her wheel , eating and drinking well, anymore information feel free to contact me.
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Lovely little guy but just cannot keep my cat away from his inclosure so he’s reluctant to come out and just doesn’t seem fair on him. Will come with all accessories, food and set up
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A few baby hedgehogs left and one adult for £130. Mixed colour, white face and brown masked face. Females left
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I am looking for a loving, responsible home for my female African pygmy hedgehog. She is looking for a home with someone who can provide the correct care, suitable housing, warmth, diet and attention
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11 month old female African Pygmy Hedgehog. Comes with full set up (cost well over £500 not including her original price) Terrarium, ceramic heater and cage, thermostat, bowls, fleeces, beds, TikTaK
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Gorgeous female african pygmy hedgehog, born here at home with us she has a wonderful character. She is used to human interaction and is happy to be handled. Ready to find her new home.
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We have a litter of 7 perfect little balls of prickles ready to move to there new homes. Males now reduced to £100 from £150 Please ensure you have done your research before buying or contacting.
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Hello! I have for sale a beautiful selection of African Pygmy Hedgehog babies. There are a total of 3 in the litter, consisting of 1 little lady and 2 little boys. All Hoglet’s’ are just starting
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Chunky hoglets! Ready now! One boy and two girls Full of character already They have been regularly handled since two weeks old to give their new family an easier time in their transition (and theyre
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I have 3 handsome male African pygmy hedgehogs available to reserve. Handled daily so friendly and sociable. They will be ready to leave late November once fully weaned from mum and eating independent
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Hi. Thank you for taking the time to take a look at our Babies. 1 Girl DOB 30.08.26 It is Extremely Important that they go to the correct setup!! 4ft length 18” wide 18” high is the minimum Vivar
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8-Month-Old African Pygmy Hedgehog Looking for a Loving Home 🦔 Beautiful 8-month-old African pygmy hedgehog looking for a new home where he can get the time, handling and attention he deserves. He
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🦔 GORGEOUS FEMALE HEDGEHOG FOR SALE 🦔💗 Beautiful little girl looking for her forever home! 🥰 She’s absolutely adorable and has the sweetest little face. She’s healthy, happy and ready to find a l
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These lovely tame pigmy hedgehogs are siblings 2 male unfortunately my children who begged me to buy them for them have had no interest in them unfortunately so I'm hoping to rehome them to someone w
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2 Dark Salt & Pepper Half Mask £225 each and other boy a beautiful lighter Salt & Pepper hoglet with an unusual partial mask/quad-mask-style facial pattern £275 Our gorgeous hoglets are now looking f