Adding a hedgehog to the family? Here’s what you need to know about housing and feeding your prickly new friend. When it comes to cages, the bigger the better. Your hedgehog needs a minimum of two to three square feet of floor space. You can use just about anything for a cage — wire cage, aquarium, plastic cage, or even a plastic storage bin — provided there is enough ventilation. Wire floors and walls can cause problems if the spacing is too big, allowing your hedgehog to escape. You can line the cage floor partially or totally with outdoor carpeting. … Continue reading →