Top products from r/Hedgehog
We found 55 product mentions on r/Hedgehog. We ranked the 116 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Prevue Pet Products Multi-Color Small Pet Playpen 40090,13-Inch
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 8
9 panels each. Wire spacing : 3/813" long by 9" high panels create a 36" Diameter play areaIdeal for Hamsters, mice, Gerbils or other small animals
2. Kaytee Comfort Wheel Giant 12 Inches
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 4
Can be free standing or attached to wire cageFor pet rats, chinchillas, and hedgehogsEncourages healthy exercise12" DiameterColors varyTIP: To keep your Comfort Wheel running quiet, place a few drops of vegetable oil on the wheel hub where the wheel spins.
3. Guinea Habitat Guinea Pig Cage by MidWest, 47L x 24W x 14H Inches
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 3
Provides 8 square feet of living area for Guinea Pigs as recommended by veterinarians and breedersDurable, leak proof, washable and easily removable PVC lined canvas bottom allows for easy care and maintenance while providing traction and protection for Guinea Pig's sensitive feet; No divider panel ...
4. Zoo Med ReptiTemp 500R Remote Sensor Thermostat
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 3
UL approved6 foot remote probeHandles up to 500 watts combined load
5. The Hedgehog: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
6. Etekcity Infrared Thermometer 774 (Not for Human) Temperature Gun Non-Contact Digital Laser Thermometer-58℉ to 716℉ (-50 to 380℃), Standard Size, Yellow & Black
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
Better accuracy: The distance to spot ratio is 12: 1, meaning the laser grip 774 can accurately measure targets at greater distances compared to most other Thermometers; for best accuracy, the distance between the thermometer and object of measurement should approximately be 14. 17 inches (36cm)Targ...
7. K&H Pet Products Electric Small Animal Heated Pad Tan 9 X 12 Inches
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 2
Animal heating pad great for most small animals, including rabbits, ferrets, chinchillas, guinea pigs, chickens and peepsThermostatically controlled to automatically respond to temperature changes to warm to your pet's normal body temperatureChew resistant features like steel encased cord, pre-dril...
8. BYB 100W 110V Ceramic Infrared Heat Emitter Brooder Coop Pet Infrared Lamp Bulb, White
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
☀ Perfect for high humidity terrariums; lasts up to 10,000 hours☀ Use only with a porcelain socket (E26 socket). To avoid scald, please wait at least 1 hour of cool down after turn it off☀ Voltage: AC 110-120V; Power: 100w; Material: Ceramic, Metal, NiCrAl☀ This non-light emitting heater bul...
9. Guinea Habitat Plus Guinea Pig Cage by MidWest w/ Top Panel, 47L x 24W x 14H Inches
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
Provides 8 square feet of living area for guinea pigs as recommended by veterinarians and breeders; Assembled product dimensions (Lenght x Width x Height): 47 x 24 x 14 inchesFully removable wire mesh top to protect your guinea pig from predators; The multi access folding top and divider panel with ...
10. BN-LINK Digital Heat Mat Thermostat Controller for Seed Germination, Reptiles and Brewing Breeding Incubation Greenhouse, 40-108°F, 8.3A 1000W ETL Listed
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
✓ EFFORTLESS HEATING SETUP: Simply set the temperature probe, plug-in the controller, and use the large 3-button interface to choose your desired temperature setting. Digital display supports units in both Fahrenheit and Celsius. Note: the controller is designed to have a 2-3 degree buffering zone...
11. AmazonBasics Small Animal Cage Habitat With Accessories - 42 x 24 x 20 Inches, Large
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Large small-animal habitat for pet rabbits, guinea pigs, or chinchillasIron wire upper frame and PP plastic base; large top and front openings for easy inside accessIncludes non-drip water bottle, hay guard, and balcony with access ramp and tip-proof food dishHide-away space underneath balcony for p...
12. MFR BACKORDER 080615 Humilac Spray by Virbac (8 oz)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
13. Living World Ergonomic Food Dish, for Small Animals, Green, Small, 4.22 oz, 61680A1
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
Green, ceramic, non-porous, bacteria-safe water and food dishErgonomically slanted for easy access to small animal food or waterBase heavy to prevent tipping over in your pet’s small animal cageSuitable for small animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs and gerbils4.22 oz. (120mL); 3.5 inche...
14. iPower GLHTMTCONTROL 40-108 Degrees Fahrenheit Digital Heat Mat Thermostat Controller for Seed Rooting Germination Reptiles, Fermentation and Brewing, Black
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
PROFESSIONAL RELIABILITY: Digital temperature controller for heat mat in colder or warmer environments. 1 Year manufacturer warranty. Package include: 1 pack iPower digital heat mat thermostat controllerVARIETY OF USES: Heat mat thermostat provides constant customized temp for Seed Germination, Root...
15. Inkbird ITC306T Only Heating Thermostat Plug Pre Wired Temperature Probe Digital Timer Controller Aquarium Heater Seed Germination Reptile Hatching Greenhouse No Cooling Control
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Only Heating, NO Cooling !!! Temperature Control Mode: On/Off Control. Please note it is only heating controller without cooling function. Both of the plugs can control the heating. But totally could not over 1100W.Dual time cycle setting during 24 hours, can be set different temperature from day an...
16. Fluker's Repta-Clamp Lamp 8.5-Inch Ceramic with Dimmable Switch
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Rated for up to 150 wattsThe perfect lamp for reptiles that like to bask.Equipped with a dimmer that allows you to control the heat/light.
17. AmazonBasics 4 Cube Grid Wire Storage Shelves, Black
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
4-pack of interlocking wire storage cubes for neat storage and tidy display (each cube measure 14x14x14)Includes 20 plastic corner connectors and 16 grid panels made of powder-coated steel wire; no tools required for set-upModular design allows for multiple stacking options; 10-pound weight capacity...
18. Zilla Premium Reflector Dome, Black 8.5"
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
Powder-coated black on the outside and reflective white on the inside for added luster and long lifeLarge 8.5" size fits a wide varitey of incandescent, fluorescent and ceramic heat emitting bulbsTopped with a ceramic socket that lasts under high heat6-Foot power cord with an in-line on/off switchA ...
19. Hedgehogs (Complete Pet Owner's Manuals)
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
Barron s Educational Series
20. Lixit Nibble Bowl Small
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
THE PERFECT SIZE: The Small nibble bowl is perfect for Mice, Dwarf hamsters and HamstersLOWERED FRONT: The bowl features a lowered front and raised back for easy access.EASY TO CLEAN: The nibble bowl is easy to clean and is dishwasher safe.PROTECTED SIDES: The smooth edges minimize damage caused by ...
Another male? Aspen is ok though carefresh or better yet (and certainly cheaper in the long run) fleece. You can just go to a Joann's or walmart or any hobby/sewing store and buy some fleece. Toss it in the wash as needed with an extra set in reserve. Cat food is what you should transition him to, high quality. I do blue buffalo cat food personally. It will last you a VERY long time. Hedgehog food is never as good for them as it should be. I will provide some amazon links for things you should probably get, the main one that you should but not quite have to if you have a room in the proper temp range is 72-80 degrees. Please come over to Hedgehogs Anonymous on Facebook request to join, then once you are in simply go to the files and take a look at them. I am a college student myself so I do my best to keep costs low though obviously start up costs will be high but after that its really quite cheap mostly (aside from possible vet visits).
Modular shelving can be the cage and gives him plenty of open room to roam and play around. This is the shelving I personally use and can vouch for. I have a 3x3 grid so 9 sq ft. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LGZOR6A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Here is the food I get for my Sophie. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KU55KD2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Heating set up, again this is only if you need it and can keep the temp in the right range naturally. I dont know where you live so I do not know what your winters are like but if you get temps in the 50s or lower I do recommend it. Another preventative measure is to put the cage a foot or so off the ground, will actually keep your temps a few degrees higher than on the ground.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002DHO6S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Ceramic Heat Emitter - Use this and NOT a heat light or something for reptiles, they need to have a period of darkness to be naturally awake 12/12 light on/off schedule All that the CHE does is emit heat, no light.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002CZ0J3E/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Thermostat with a temp probe. Plug the CHE lamp into this and it automatically turns the CHE on and off to keep the temp in the right range.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003H200QC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 The lamp part to plug the CHE bulb into.
Hide - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00068K132/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Mint Stick (it seems all hedgies love these things lol)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00O8Q5JTO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
food dishes
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0040B9NOY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
These are all the bare essentials aside from a wheel. I and most other people will recommend the Volcano View Hedgehogs bucket wheel or Carolina Storm bucket wheel.
I was just trying to be a thorough as possible without really leaving out anything. Again please join us over at Hedgehogs Anonymous on facebook. Everyone in the group absolutely loves helping everyone with a hedge. Any question that you may have can and will be answered fairly quickly. Most if not all members would recommend getting from a USDA certified breeder just so you know the full medical history of your baby and his parents. Its also generally cheaper as the cost from a breeder is generally around $200 though that depends on the coloring. I am by no means saying do not get him from your pet store you played with him at. I dont like pet stores having hedgehogs just because they are a more sensitive exotic animal that doesnt do well in a retail setting when you have to take care of hundreds of animals at once with high overhead. But if he is behaves well with you now then absolutely get him from there. He looks on the smaller side so hes pretty young.
Again please join us over at Hedgehogs Anonymous. Cant wait to see you and your baby on there. You could potentially take him home today with a cheap bin, simple fleece bolts and food and water dishs from what you have in your house and thatll last until the rest of your supplies are acquired.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/382631271838164/
Not to be a jerk, but on the subreddit information bar there is the 'care' section with Basic Care, Example Cages, Diet Basics, and Commercial Food Discussion that should get you started.
You'll want to read through What to expect from your hedgehog and ask your breeder what they use/recommend and where they get it from. If you're going through a pet store you'll likely get little to no information worth having.
For a basic run-down I'd recommend:
Please note that these are bare minimums and are the easiest to find, but not necessarily the best options. You might find your hedgie is an explorer and needs a bit more room, or you want to litter train your hedgie and you'll need some litter and a corner pan (please read up as hedgies have their own requirements for litter). You might find your hedgie is a runner and needs a Carolina Storm Wheel. Maybe your hedgie is a digger and fleece isn't going to work out (diggers tend to wreck their cages and flip food bowls if you're using fleece liners). You'll need treats, food, and make sure you have a vet that works with hedgehogs within an acceptable driving distance.
For my hedgie's room in the winter I use something like this. So I can make sure the room stays at 72 at all times.
Best of luck to you and your new hedgie. Once you get everything set up they're pretty low-maintenance, but if you don't start out right you'll risk your pet's health in the long run.
This is the problem hedgie I posted about a few days ago. I bought a new, larger enclosure for him and moved him into today. He was a bit grumpy during the move as I had to wake him up for it, but he's loving the cage so far it seems. The blue "ball" at the bottom of the cage is his hide...which he sleeps under. Underneath it is a pet safe Heating Pad to help regulate temperature in that hiding spot. It's designed for small animals so it only gets up to about 100 F or so (just over human body temp) and is under his bedding to keep him directly off of it. It's been enough to keep him warm in his previous enclosure which is nice. The cage is an Amazon Basics Small Animal Cage, Large which is a bit bigger than the previous enclosure. I've got to clean up his wheel and get it mounted for him, but after that he should be more comfortable than he was before. Hopefully this helps his attitude.
While their domain name is hedgehogclub.com, the organization's true name is the "International Hedgehog Association," a 501c3 charitable organization in the US dedicated to hedgehog welfare.
Please also add a link to the Hedgehog Welfare Society (hedgehogwelfare.org), an organization dedicated to helping hedgehogs in need.
In addition, the man who runs the largest hedgehog rescue in the country, the Flash and Thelma Memorial Hedgehog Rescue in Divide, Colorado, recently reviewed this care book and recommends it as the best currently available:
http://www.amazon.com/Hedgehogs-Complete-Pet-Owners-Manual/dp/0764144391/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_b/181-0741693-3084544
Oh boo they don't work for me either, sorry! Try this:
Digital Thermometer
Thermometers/Thermostats that measure a whole room aren't telling you the temperature of your hedgie's tub on the floor! Make sure it's between 70-80 degrees! (Ideal is around 73-77)
http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MD3MFA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
CHE Bulb 100-150watts
Non-light emitting heat bulb. Red/Blue/Black bulbs emit light which messes up your hedgie's circadian rhythm. Decide which wattage you want by thinking about how cold it gets where you live and how good your normal house's heating system is. If your house stays relatively the same temperature all year, go with a 100w. If it's especially cold, go with 150w. ALSO depending on how big your set-up is, you might need a second bulb and lamp - I use 2x150w bulbs in Winter for a Sterilite tub set up - It's more efficient than heating the whole room (my house is old!). I also suggest having a spare bulb on hand just in case - you don't want to get stuck if one blows!
http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B001F9CV7K/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Clamp Lamp
This is what your bulb sits in. The clamp means it can be affixed to the side of the cage quite easily - just make sure it's secure and won't fall in and land on your hedgie as they get VERY hot! As with the bulb, if you have a large cage, you might need two. Lots of owners will fashion a cover for their cage with a cooling rack and just rest the lamp on that. - like this: https://www.facebook.com/groups/382631271838164/permalink/527574797343810/?comment_id=582196128548343&offset=0&total_comments=6
http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002AQCXM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Thermostat
This is what keeps your hedgie's cage at a relatively even temperature even when it gets colder at night. The clamp lamp/s plug/s into it and it turns them on and off depending how hot the thermostat is set for. When you first set it up (and when there are big weather changes) you will need to use your digital thermometer to make sure the thermostat is adjusted correctly. I have the sensor for the thermometer and thermostat next to each other and not directly under the heating lamp.
http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002AQD9A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
im assuming the cage is directly on the floor? i would recommend getting a laser thermometer (theyre actually pretty cheap on amazon) so you can see how cold the floor of the cage really is. If you can, buy or build something that will raise the cage off the floor, which will allow the warmer room air to circulate under the cage. If you can bump up the room temperature too, that would be best. Once a hedgie has attempted to hibernate, they are more likely to again in the future. 74 is only one degree higher than the minimum recommended temperature of 73 so a higher temp (75-78) would definitely be safer.
My wife and I don't use heating pads. We have a dedicated enclosure for our hedgie and use central heat and air coupled with a heater and window unit to keep his temp at around 75°F. That being said, there are passive things you can do to help keep the room warmer. Blackout curtains help keep the room at a more constant temperature. Depending on the size of the room, a heater like this one can help stabilize it too. Heating pads can be useful, but if at all possible, it'll be safer to try and keep the ambient air temperature in the proper range.
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Also, depending on what kind of enclosure you're using, you might want to use a ceramic heat emitter with a temperature sensor on it and use a battery operated thermometer to measure temp near hedgie level. We used to have this set up and kept the thermometer on top of Odin's hut so we could get a reading from somewhat higher than where he'd be. Once it's dialed in, the CHE with the temp sensor will keep your hedgie comfy and warm.
For me it has been trial and error mostly, you kind of see what they prefer. Very amazing animals and the personality reflects them definitely. I've had Oli for 4 months now and have bought two cages, two wheels, and went through multiple different kinds of bedding.
Cage wise, I started with your first one, and realized shortly after Oli wanted more room.
This was what I have now, and I love it.
Guinea Habitat Plus https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001NJ0DQ8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_rVndzbSGFY140
Make sure you buy a large wheel, both the saucer spinners and silent spinners work great.
As far as bedding, I like the carefresh recycled cardboard. It's less messy and absorbs. My hedgie prefers the bedding, but that doesn't go for all.
carefresh Complete Natural Paper Bedding for Small Animals, 50 L https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PBM761S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_t2ndzbJMEF9Y5
I tried a fleece and he wasn't liking that because he had nothing to burrow in. Make sure you have places for your little guy to hide!
I don't know what kind of cage you have her in, but I ordered one of these dome lamps to sit on the top of the cage with a 100-150 watt bulb and have it hooked up to a temp controller. It works pretty well for what I have set up. I have it set on one side of the cage so he can adjust when he feels like it.
Just saw this, And here they are incase you ONLY have a phone.
This is THE hedgehog sub-reddit. If you are looking to own a hedgehog, want to trade information, or do a hedgie meet-up, this is the reddit for you!
If you engage in racism or species-ism you will be banned. God loves all of his creatures, but the hedgehog most of all. As is evidenced by him sending his one and only son, Sonic, to save the world from the evil Rebotnik. So play nice.
I want to own a pet hedgehog
What are these cute things?
What to expect from your hedgehog
Books
The Hedgehog Owner's Guide
Hedgehogs (Complete Pet Owner's Manual)
Book reviews
Care
Basic Care
Example Cages
Diet Basics
Commercial Food Discussion
Sites
The International Hedgehog Association
Michigan Hedgehog Owners Group
Forums
Hedgehog Central Forums
Chins-n-Hedgies Forums
Rescues
Flash and Thelma Memorial Hedgehog Rescue
Hedgehog Welfare Society
UK Hedgehog Information
St. Tiggywinkle's Wildlife Hospital Hedgehog Info Page
Rochdale Hedgehog Rescue
I really like this one. The tarp is super easy to clean and you can add expansions to the cage:
Guinea Habitat Plus Guinea Habitat Plus https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001NJ0DQ8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_pV7PybFGY70EK
Hi!
I can point you to the CHE setup I am using for my hog.
I use a Zoo Med clamp lamp ($20)
with a 100W CHE bulb ($11)
I have tried a couple of different thermostats. I currently use and recommend the Zilla reptile thermostat ($26). I like this one because (1) it has clear lights indicating when the lamp is on, and (2) the dial has clearly labeled temperatures so you can set it to something like 74 degrees and be happy. My previous themostat didn't have any temperatures labeled on the dial which was incredibly irritating.
Finally, and this is absolutely not necessary, I also use a Zoo Med reptile lamp stand ($20). My hog lives in a plastic sterilite bin and, after reorganizing my living room, I no longer have a good place to clamp the lamp to. The lamp stand allows me to clamp the lamp to the stand where I can easily slide the cage in and out to better access the hog.
Note: I don't know if its only my area, but for some reason Amazon's prices for all of these components are significantly less than all the nearby pet stores (e.g. a CHE bulbs at the two closest brick-and-mortar stores cost $30-$40 vs $11 at amazon)
We also use the Yesterday's News litter (and the Purina Beyond cat food, if you haven't got that part sorted out yet, but you would need to slowly transition him from his current food to whatever you are going to give him). We also just keep the wheel in the litter box because Heddie never outgrew pooping while she runs.
You'll definitely want to make sure that you have a heat source all set up, even though it's summer right now. We use a heat lamp that doesn't give off light and regulate it with its own thermostat.
Don't use gloves to pick him up, but you can use some fleece if he's stabbing you. It also wouldn't hurt to put a shirt you've worn in the cage so he can get used to your scent.
The toys you mentioned are fine to have in the cage, but don't leave tubes, just in case he gets stuck. That's better left to playpen time when you're nearby.
I would like to help. I've started going through HedgehogFan's link and will hopefully have a good list of reading material for people. I found this book to be a decent guide.
I'm decently busy myself, so I completely understand!
We bought one on amazon that will turn off the lamps at a certain temperature (give or take a specified threshold): https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01FTQ669S?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_pd_title
I was also super paranoid about the temperature and got two lamps, which has been really helpful...if only to prevent me from waking up in the middle of the night to check on him those first couple of weeks :) That one has two plugs controlled by one thermometer.
Embedding links: I've got this Zilla thermostat that works very well, along with this dome and I believe I've used this brand of CHE. Hope that helps get you started!
Zilla 11931 8-1/2-Inch Reflector Dome For Up to 150-Watt Bulbs, Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005SRVM2K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_eNFxDbWNQT4D5
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MXUT5RH?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E9IO6N0?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
These are links to the best heat to use the lightbulb comes with a thermometer and the thermostat connects to the light allowing you to set the temperature. ( If you're just interested in the thermostat it's the last link!)
Hello! We have a C&C (similar to a hamster cage) cage and these are the products we use to keep it warm:
stand
thermometer/switch that will click on and off to keep the temperature from getting to high or low
Ceramic heat emitter
Porcelain clamp lamp
You should also pick up a temperature gun because the thermometer switch isn't that accurate. Also, because the switch isn't great you may find yourself needing to adjust it every so often, but that isn't too big of a deal.
Depending on the size of your cage you may need to double this set up (we do for our 8 sq ft cage).
I would imagine that an aquarium may get to hot/not provide enough ventilation, but can't say for sure because I've never used one. It may also not provide enough square footage, but not sure about that either.
Also, be sure to check out /u/VolcanoView 's page on hedgehog care to get more info about temperature.
You should try to get this issue resolved immediately as you do not want your hedgehog to try to hibernate. See the section on hibernation in the link above.
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Dry, flaky skin during winter is completely normal. The best thing for it, in my experience, is a topical spray called Humilac. I've used it as a bit of a "miracle cure" for some really terrible cases of dry skin. Daily use for when dry skin is present, and you can also use it once or twice a week as a preventative.
The heating pad is really the best way to go.http://www.amazon.com/Heated-Resting-Small-Animals-Inches/dp/B000NVC7DO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382850356&sr=8-1&keywords=small+animal+heating+pad
http://www.amazon.com/Pet-Warmer-Watts-Small-Inches/dp/B001AZSR68/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1382850356&sr=8-2&keywords=small+animal+heating+pad
I have a few of the below bowls in the small size and definitely recommend them. They're $3 and have a lower lip on one side so my hedgie can easily access the goods
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0035H9FB0/ref=od_aui_detailpages02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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The 8.5 " is likely too small to run comfortably for a growing hedgie as the spoke in the middle of this model makes them arch their back. I had the smaller one, too, but then got this one:
Kaytee Chinchilla Giant Comfort Exercise Wheel, Colors Vary https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0010OR008/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_4GkXDbG2E8BS8
It's a 12" diameter and stands about 14" tall when on the base but can also be attached to a cage.
I know stuff! I'm surprised no one has responded in the last 3 hours, the wheels are really popular. I got one to replace my silent spinner because the silent spinner wasn't so silent.
Carolina Storm Wheel
Fence, I ordered 2 myself for a large play area
http://www.amazon.com/Midwest-Homes-for-Pets-171GH/dp/B001NJ0DPY/ref=sr_1_2?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1370931126&sr
This is what I'm rolling with. Hard to find space for it. Aspen bedding and carefresh aren't recommended as it can get stuck in the hedgehog's "plumbing" and cause infections. Its easiest to get fleece blankets like these at Ikea:
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/80089927/
Some people make pads out of them fit for the cage, a blanket folded with padding sewn in.
I wasn't sure about that wheel even though it was listed as a viable option on the list I was using. It does seem like it would take up more space in the habitat than a Comfort Wheel (this right?).
https://www.amazon.ca/-/fr/gp/aw/d/B003SZSVCI?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image :)
Amazon! I have two, and they link together to make a bigger space since I have two hogs. click here
I’m gonna advise against terrariums. Unless you live in a place that has very low humidity, and you’re house stays below 80, you’ll need a cage. Terrariums trap humidity, create a hot environment, and hold ammonia, all of which are bad for hedgehogs. Also if you went the terrarium route, you would be needing a 40 gallon breeder or a 55 gallon.
If you’re a little more handy, you could build a wooden Vivarium, and have large, hinged doors. Or you could assemble a c and c cage too. There are also some store bought cages the are pretty good.
South west guinea pig cage
https://www.amazon.com/Guinea-Habitat-Cage-MidWest-Inches/dp/B001NJ0DPY
Amazon basics pet habitat (large or jumbo)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07566MK5K/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1538472815&sr=8-1&keywords=amazon%2Bbasics%2Bpet%2Bhabitat&dpPl=1&dpID=41XZLg7n1AL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1
Kaytee my first pet home
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008MZML4S/ref=psdcmw_2975537011_t1_B007BNE1YA
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003SZSVCI/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_qB5oCb4GTJAT5
Here but I dont recommend it for any long term cage. Everyone ive talked to including myself has had there hedgies escape
Prevue Pet Products Multi-Color Small Pet Playpen 40090 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003SZSVCI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_zDUFDbFZA0KAP
This is a playpen that I have. I bought two of them and it's a decent amount of space for my hedgie to run around in
I dropped the link below. We bought three of them so the bigger playpen is two and then Potato's is one. They're really big.
http://www.amazon.com/Prevue-Pet-Products-Multi-Color-40090/dp/B003SZSVCI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1457223237&sr=8-1&keywords=small+animal+play+pen
This is her cage: Midwest Expandable Guinea Habitat - http://www.amazon.com/Midwest-Homes-for-Pets-171GH/dp/B001NJ0DPY
I just had the lamp on for 30 minutes and it was really warm...
Century Digital Heat Mat Thermostat Controller for Seed Germination, Reptiles and Brewing, 40-108°F https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I15S6OM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qPpvCb49PSBWM
This is the thermostat we use to control the heat, we have it connected to a regular ceramic heat lamp
It's a bunch of sets of these wire storage things. https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Cube-Wire-Storage-Shelves/dp/B0735CKD6R/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2ANC2Z91OT891&keywords=wire+cube+storage&qid=1556678618&s=gateway&sprefix=Wire+cube+%2Caps%2C126&sr=8-3 I assembled it in the configuration I wanted, then made a tray out of coroplast.
You need the CHE on a thermostat not a timer. Something like this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I15S6OM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_vNOSBb4AW0Y8J
Note that I haven't used this exact one, so can't speak on its quality. The wattage just depends on how big of an area it needs to heat and by how much.
Here's what I have in my 28"x28" C&C set up:
8.5" clamp lamp dome
100 watt ceramic infrared heat emitter
Thermostat (It's for reptiles, so I keep it on the very lowest setting for about 75 degrees. I also have a separate thermometer in her cage to make sure.
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