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.
Pygmy Hedgehog
We have been breeding these beautiful animals for 14 years now, and they make a great addition to any family. At the moment we have a few slightly older hoglets at a reduced price as seen in my other advert £200/£250 We have 2 gorgeous grey and grey pinto females READY NOW £250. We have a litter of 5 hoglets, 3 males and 2 females. 1 AVAILABLE. Gorgeous brown male We hav

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Beautiful Shadow the hedgie. Used to young children, dogs and cats. Comes with her lovely enclosure- includes cosy hedgehog home packed full of soft, warm bedding (some left over), her large wheel, two bowls, her balls, toys, tunnel, funky purple tree and food - high quality hedgehog biscuits & mealworm packs. She’s friendly once she gets to know you. Is hand tame, can b
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Please take a moment to read the whole advert I have three beautiful baby hedgehogs for sale Hog 1 boy - sold Hog 2 girl Hog 3 girl -sold They are use to being handled and fed on good quality kibble
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We have a beautiful litter or Pygmy Hedgehogs ready to leave in the first week of June. Boy 1 - Reserved Boy 2 - Available Girl 1 - Available Girl 2 - Reserved Girl 3 - Reserved Girl 4 - Reser
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Rehoming my beautiful 1 year old Pygmy hedgehog. She is very friendly once bonded. Loves her food. Cute , cheeky little pet and very loveable. I really want her to go to a good home who can look afte
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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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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
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Beautiful babies ~ Adorable Pinto African Pygmy Babies available to reserve with a £50 deposit. They will be ready to leave for their forever homes at the end of April - early May. All will be hand
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Hi We have beautiful hedgehogs for sale now. They are ready to join their new homes too. Female 250£ Male 220£ Born 27.01.26 Beautiful colours and patterns. So friendly too. Message me if yo
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We currently have 2 beautiful hoglets available, 1 boy and 1 girl. Ready to go in the next few days. The girl We have been keeping hogs for over 14 years and these hoglets are from pedigree registered