Do hedgehogs need their nails clipped?
Hedgehog nails grow fast and need to be trimmed every 2-4 weeks (every hedgehog is different) otherwise you risk serious vet bills. Hedgehog nails curl under and if not trimmed, the nail will curl into their skin and cause serious problems with their feet.
How do you clip a hedgehogs claws?
If the hedgehog keeps rolling up in a ball every time you grab its paws, try filling up the sink so that it has to swim. Allow 2-3 minutes of supervised swim time while the nails soften and become easier to clip. Gently grab one of the hedgehogs paws, hold it firmly, and clip the nails.
Can you shave a hedgehog?
In short, NO, you SHOULD NOT trim hedgehog quills!
What happens if you cut a hedgehog’s nails too short?
Unless you really cut the whole nail off, don’t worry about it, it will heal. And just leave the hedgehog alone for a bit too.
Can you cut a hedgehog’s quills?
It is not advised to cut or trim the hedgehogs quills, as this could upset and distress the hedgehog. Plus it’s not something naturally owners would do and therefore it’s not recommended. Don’t worry too much about the hedgehogs quills as they are not poisonous and the hedgehog can’t shoot the quills out.
Can you file hedgehog nails?
They are super easy to reach into the bath to trim even the grumpiest gal’s nails. If I’m worried about the quick I just clip a little bit at a time. “Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.”
What’s the best way to trim Hedgehog’s nails?
Techniques We use baby nail clippers to trim hedgie nails. After a bath is usually the easiest time to trim nails because the nails are softer and the hedgehog is more relaxed. One method is to hold the hedgehog in your hands, grab a paw and let someone else trim the nail.
What’s the best way to bathe a hedgehog?
You can make a homemade oatmeal soak by placing a handful of oatmeal in cheesecloth or panty hose and hold it under the warm, running water. Squeeze the oatmeal to release the milky colored emollients in the water. Oatmeal soaks are great for dry skin. Most tear-free baby shampoos are safe to use on your hedgehog.
What’s the best way to pick up a hedgehog foot?
A firm grasp is good but pulling and tugging could be dangerous. Another method is to put your hedgehog on a screen or aquarium lid. Hold the screen at an angle and the hedgehog will grip the screen to hang on. This will make it easier for you to pick-up a foot.
What kind of shampoo to use on a hedgehog?
Squeeze the oatmeal to release the milky colored emollients in the water. Oatmeal soaks are great for dry skin. Most tear-free baby shampoos are safe to use on your hedgehog. Our favorite is Aveeno oatmeal baby shampoo but other breeders prefer Johnson’s and Johnson’s lavender baby wash.