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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Hello, I have a beautiful APH lady for sale. She’s not a fan of being woken up during the day, but she relaxes quite quickly. If you catch her while she’s awake during the evening, she’s much more

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We have been breeding these cute little ones for over 14 years now and they are a great addition to the family. We have 1 female dark grey/black. 9/10 weeks old. Details in my Facebook page/ Sue's Hed

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I have a mixed sex and colour litter of hoglets. Pale faced and dark faced pinto. Three weeks old. Still feeding off mummy and will start weaning next week. They can only leave me when they are fully

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1 boy only left for price advertised he is 20 weeks now I also have a younger litter available for slightly more . I have a stunning reverse pinto with black back line , some snowflakes and black spl

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I have a 7 week old girl looking for her forever home she was born on 6-12-25 and can leave to her new home on the 1-2-26. Happy to provide more photos of her. All of our babies are handled daily fr

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**ALL BABIES CURRENTLY RESERVED BUT MORE IN THE NEST TO BE READY MARCH** I have a few hoglets available to reserve from my last litter. All are currently weaned, eating solid foods, exploring and ind

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African Pygmy Hoglets Now Available — Ethically Bred, Fully Lineaged, and Exceptionally Tame Three beautiful African Pygmy hedgehog hoglets are now ready to reserve: • Girl A — Algerian Black, quad-
Pygmy hedgehogs in the UK typically cost between £60 and £400, depending on the breeder and specific individual. Many breeders offer African pygmy hedgehogs for around £250 to £300, often including starter care kits with essentials like food and bedding.