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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Beautiful babies ~ Adorable African Pygmy Babies available to reserve with a £50 deposit. All are being handled regularly & socialised In a busy family home, ensuring they’ll make wonderful, frien
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Hi we have some lovely Hoglets in nest- I’ve been breeding for around 9 years now focusing on temperament and health. All Hoglets will be ready at 8 weeks as long fully weaned. Litter 1 11/05/26 He
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Ready now, We currently have 2 beautiful hoglets available, 1 boy and 1 girl. The girl We have been keeping hogs for over 14 years and these hoglets are from pedigree registered parents that have full
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I am an ethical breeder of African Pygmy Hedgehogs and began keeping these gorgeous animals 20 years ago! I regularly have hoglets available and I breed a variety of colours! Please note: THE PHOTO
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We have one female in the nest who will be ready around the 20th June. I also have another girl (yellow) that is available now. There is a non refundable deposit of £50 to secure your hog of choic
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Bert is a African Pygmy hedgehog who is 6 months old. Bert has been handled since birth but adults and children so is very comfortable with human contact and loves been picked up and cuddled. Bert enj
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I have a few hoglets available to reserve from my last litter born on the 10th April All are currently weaned, eating solid foods, exploring and independent. I am happy to provide videos or pictures
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Now reserved. I do have new litters due soon. I have available to reserve 1 very handsome boy. They are being handled daily so will be sociable when they leave . Subject to weaning and eating indepe
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I am an ethical breeder of African Pygmy Hedgehogs and began keeping these gorgeous animals 20 years ago! I regularly have hoglets available and I breed a variety of colours! Please note: THE PHOTO
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Hi. Thank you for taking a look at our Beautiful APH. We have 3 Boys Born 10.04.26 and a Boy & Girl Born 23.04.26 1 half mask Boy with faint stripes, Available 2 half mask Boy Available. 3 half m
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Hi I have very cute baby APH for sale. They are growing daily and being cuddled and passed about several times through the day. They are very happy and content and mum is feeding them perfectly. They
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We have this beautiful girl available. She is super super friendly, full of energy but can be a bit shy at times. She is 2.5 years old. She loves her exercise wheel and eats well on cat biscuit, chi
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We are on FB. We also make Beds, Tunnels, Pouches so on. We have sets of Toys, Forage, Bath sets. You can purchase our yummy for their tummy food mix. We have a Beanie (Albino) Girl available. DO