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Mealworms, MBD, and Calcium Deficiency - Mostly Myth or Serious Risk?

Mealworms, MBD, and Calcium Deficiency - Mostly Myth or Serious Risk?

"Help! Someone told me that feeding my hedgehog mealworms will cause MBD!" We're here to break down the facts and ease your fears about mealworms and calcium deficiency.
2023 Hedgehog Food Brand Comparison

2023 Hedgehog Food Brand Comparison

What is the best hedgehog food? We've compiled details on the main brands available this year, so you can compare and reference all in one place.
Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure, Part 5: Safe Plants and Accessories

Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure, Part 5: Safe Plants and Accessories

An overview of recommended plants, how to care for them, and more!
Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure - Habitat Inspiration

Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure - Habitat Inspiration

During the summer of 2021, Nathan and I traveled to Kenya and Tanzania with the goal of experiencing the natural habitat that our Atelerix albivent...
Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure, Part 2: Substrate

Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure, Part 2: Substrate

   If you search online, you'll find countless opinions on the "ideal" ratio of substrate components for an arid / semiarid bioactive enclosure. Th...
Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure, Part 3: Clean-up Crew (CUC)

Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure, Part 3: Clean-up Crew (CUC)

Your CUC (cleanup crew) are the team of microorganisms and small invertebrates that live in the substrate in order to help break down organic wast...
Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure, Part 4: Lighting, Heating, etc.

Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure, Part 4: Lighting, Heating, etc.

I'm so happy to say that equipment for maintaining temperature, lighting, and humidity conditions in enclosures have gotten so much more accessible...
How to Build a Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure

How to Build a Bioactive Hedgehog Enclosure

Take a tour through our example bioactive hedgehog enclosure, and find out how you can build your own! We've broken it down into sections on the enclosure, substrate, cleanup crew, heating/lighting/humidity, and plants/extras.
Why we love BSFL <3

Why we love BSFL <3

What are the best hedgehog treats, and why are they dried BSFL? Not only do hedgehogs love them, but they're healthy, sustainable, and affordable.
Hedgehogs and Salmonella - CDC Call 11/19/20

Hedgehogs and Salmonella - CDC Call 11/19/20

Hedgehogs, salmonella, and the CDC... what you need to know. On November 19th 2020, a call was held to discuss the current state of the salmonella ...
Hedgehog food with small kibble size next to cat food kibble

Let's talk kibble size!

Why does kibble size matter, and how does it impact a hedgehog's oral and dental health? What is Hedgehog Precision doing to help?

Which Formula to Feed?

Use these guidelines to choose which of our staple diets is the best fit for your hedgehog. We are more than happy to offer personalized recommendations if you reach out to us!