{"id":177206,"date":"2022-07-16T08:05:55","date_gmt":"2022-07-16T08:05:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/"},"modified":"2022-07-16T08:05:55","modified_gmt":"2022-07-16T08:05:55","slug":"how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How big is a full grown hedgehog?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_big_is_a_full_grown_hedgehog\" title=\"How big is a full grown hedgehog?\">How big is a full grown hedgehog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#Do_hedgehogs_make_nice_pets\" title=\"Do hedgehogs make nice pets?\">Do hedgehogs make nice pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_long_do_hedgehogs_live_as_pets\" title=\"How long do hedgehogs live as pets?\">How long do hedgehogs live as pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_hedgehog_to_be_fully_grown\" title=\"How long does it take for a hedgehog to be fully grown?\">How long does it take for a hedgehog to be fully grown?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#At_what_age_is_a_hedgehog_fully_grown\" title=\"At what age is a hedgehog fully grown?\">At what age is a hedgehog fully grown?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_big_do_African_pygmy_hedgehogs_grow\" title=\"How big do African pygmy hedgehogs grow?\">How big do African pygmy hedgehogs grow?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_big_should_a_hedgehog\" title=\"How big should a hedgehog?\">How big should a hedgehog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#Can_hedgehogs_be_cuddly\" title=\"Can hedgehogs be cuddly?\">Can hedgehogs be cuddly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#Do_hedgehogs_like_their_owners\" title=\"Do hedgehogs like their owners?\">Do hedgehogs like their owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#Does_a_hedgehog_make_a_good_pet\" title=\"Does a hedgehog make a good pet?\">Does a hedgehog make a good pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#Is_it_cruel_to_keep_a_hedgehog_as_a_pet\" title=\"Is it cruel to keep a hedgehog as a pet?\">Is it cruel to keep a hedgehog as a pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_long_do_hedgehogs_live_domesticated\" title=\"How long do hedgehogs live domesticated?\">How long do hedgehogs live domesticated?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_big_is_a_full_size_hedgehog\" title=\"How big is a full size hedgehog?\">How big is a full size hedgehog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_big_will_my_hedgehog_get\" title=\"How big will my hedgehog get?\">How big will my hedgehog get?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_big_do_baby_hedgehogs_get\" title=\"How big do baby hedgehogs get?\">How big do baby hedgehogs get?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_can_you_tell_how_old_a_hedgehog_is\" title=\"How can you tell how old a hedgehog is?\">How can you tell how old a hedgehog is?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#What_size_is_a_fully_grown_hedgehog\" title=\"What size is a fully grown hedgehog?\">What size is a fully grown hedgehog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#At_what_age_is_a_hedgehog_considered_an_adult\" title=\"At what age is a hedgehog considered an adult?\">At what age is a hedgehog considered an adult?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_big_is_a_full_grown_African_pygmy_hedgehog\" title=\"How big is a full grown African pygmy hedgehog?\">How big is a full grown African pygmy hedgehog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#Is_it_cruel_to_keep_a_pygmy_hedgehog\" title=\"Is it cruel to keep a pygmy hedgehog?\">Is it cruel to keep a pygmy hedgehog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_large_is_a_fully_grown_hedgehog\" title=\"How large is a fully grown hedgehog?\">How large is a fully grown hedgehog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_much_space_does_an_African_pygmy_hedgehog_need\" title=\"How much space does an African pygmy hedgehog need?\">How much space does an African pygmy hedgehog need?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_big_is_a_fully_grown_hedgehog\" title=\"How big is a fully grown hedgehog?\">How big is a fully grown hedgehog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_big_should_a_4_month_old_hedgehog_be\" title=\"How big should a 4 month old hedgehog be?\">How big should a 4 month old hedgehog be?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-big-is-a-full-grown-hedgehog-2\/#How_big_of_a_cage_do_hedgehogs_need\" title=\"How big of a cage do hedgehogs need?\">How big of a cage do hedgehogs need?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_is_a_full_grown_hedgehog\"><\/span>How big is a full grown hedgehog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A full-grown four-toed hedgehog is <b>between 6 and 11 inches long and weighs 18-25 ounces (510-708 grams).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_make_nice_pets\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs make nice pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hedgehogs can be a fun and low-maintenance pet for your household, but they do need some special care. They have sharp quills that can make handling difficult. Consistent and proper daily handling will help them relax and feel comfortable with you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_hedgehogs_live_as_pets\"><\/span>How long do hedgehogs live as pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dr. Keller says, With appropriate care and keeping, your hedgehog will live <b>about five years, and some even live longer than eight years. If you have any questions about hedgehogs, contact your local veterinarian.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_hedgehog_to_be_fully_grown\"><\/span>How long does it take for a hedgehog to be fully grown?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In general, most hedgehogs tend to be full size when they are around six months old. However, it takes some types longer. The true timeframe for these animals to reach full size could take <b>up to 11 months. Again, it depends on numerous factors that are both in and out of our control.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_is_a_hedgehog_fully_grown\"><\/span>At what age is a hedgehog fully grown?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They are typically full grown by <b>6 months old.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_do_African_pygmy_hedgehogs_grow\"><\/span>How big do African pygmy hedgehogs grow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are three different domesticated species of hedgehog, and they can range in size from <b>5 to 9 inches. It (hopefully) goes without saying that a larger hedgehog will need more room than a smaller one. Keeping a baby hedgehog in a small enclosure won&#8217;t inhibit their growth, so don&#8217;t try it.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_should_a_hedgehog\"><\/span>How big should a hedgehog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Size: <b>150-300mm head and body length, dependant on age; tail: 10-20mm. Weight: Up to 2kg, heaviest in autumn. Lifespan: Up to 10 years (but this is exceptional). Over half die within their first year, and average life expectancy is 2-3 years in the wild.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_hedgehogs_be_cuddly\"><\/span>Can hedgehogs be cuddly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the wild, hedgehogs are solitary animals and they spend most of their time alone except during mating season. They tend to be shy and wary of people. It takes patience and a gentle hand to form a trusting bond with a pet hedgehog. <b>Once a bond is established hedgehogs can be quite playful and occasionally cuddly<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_like_their_owners\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs like their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some hedgehogs will bond to their owners for life (HHC). Bonding does require effort, persistence, and an understanding of hedgehogs. Many hedgehogs don&#8217;t like to be petted by just anyone until they are completely comfortable with their environment. This is especially important when a hedgehog goes to a new home.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_hedgehog_make_a_good_pet\"><\/span>Does a hedgehog make a good pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hedgehogs can be a fun and low-maintenance pet for your household, but they do need some special care. They have sharp quills that can make handling difficult. Consistent and proper daily handling will help them relax and feel comfortable with you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_cruel_to_keep_a_hedgehog_as_a_pet\"><\/span>Is it cruel to keep a hedgehog as a pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hedgehogs can easily suffer from malnutrition and the overwhelming stress of captivity in an unnatural and uncomfortable environment. PETA has exposed breeding facilities keeping hundreds of suffering small animals in dank, filthy cages and bins.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_hedgehogs_live_domesticated\"><\/span>How long do hedgehogs live domesticated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hedgehogs can live up to 10 years in captivity, but those hedgehogs are few and far between. A 10-year-old hedgehog would be as rare as 104-year-old grandma. Some believe the hybridization of the Algerian and White Bellied species resulted in a more resilient hedgehog that lived longer.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_is_a_full_size_hedgehog\"><\/span>How big is a full size hedgehog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>4 to 12 inches<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_will_my_hedgehog_get\"><\/span>How big will my hedgehog get?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>African pygmy hedgehogs stretch <b>between 6 and 8 inches long and weigh about 1 pound on average. They reach maturity in roughly two to eight months.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_do_baby_hedgehogs_get\"><\/span>How big do baby hedgehogs get?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>four inches<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_how_old_a_hedgehog_is\"><\/span>How can you tell how old a hedgehog is?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>You can&#8217;t really tell the age of a hedgehog just by looking at it. Masks often fade when they get older, but some of them fade more than others so it isn&#8217;t a good way to tell.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_size_is_a_fully_grown_hedgehog\"><\/span>What size is a fully grown hedgehog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Size. Most hedgehogs can fit in an adult&#8217;s hand. They range in size from <b>4 to 12 inches (10 to 30 centimeters), according to the San Diego Zoo. They typically weigh from 5 to 56 ounces (155 to 1,584 grams), depending on the species.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_is_a_hedgehog_considered_an_adult\"><\/span>At what age is a hedgehog considered an adult?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Males can be fertile and impregnate at 6 weeks, females at 8 weeks. Females should not be bred until 6 months. They are considered full grown by <b>11 months<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_is_a_full_grown_African_pygmy_hedgehog\"><\/span>How big is a full grown African pygmy hedgehog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>6 to 10 inches<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_cruel_to_keep_a_pygmy_hedgehog\"><\/span>Is it cruel to keep a pygmy hedgehog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some regions have banned the practice of keeping hedgehogs, as some carry the highly contagious foot-and-mouth disease. They can also transmit salmonella bacteria as well as viral and fungal diseases, and their sharp spines can puncture skin and cause infections.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_large_is_a_fully_grown_hedgehog\"><\/span>How large is a fully grown hedgehog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Size. Most hedgehogs can fit in an adult&#8217;s hand. They range in size from <b>4 to 12 inches (10 to 30 centimeters), according to the San Diego Zoo. They typically weigh from 5 to 56 ounces (155 to 1,584 grams), depending on the species.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_space_does_an_African_pygmy_hedgehog_need\"><\/span>How much space does an African pygmy hedgehog need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>4 foot x 2 foot<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_is_a_fully_grown_hedgehog\"><\/span>How big is a fully grown hedgehog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An adult hedgehog typically reaches <b>23-25cm in length, and has a very short tail of only a few cm. A hedgehog&#8217;s legs are around 10cm  which is surprising considering how they seem to disappear beneath their bodies, but less surprising when you see how fast they can move!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_should_a_4_month_old_hedgehog_be\"><\/span>How big should a 4 month old hedgehog be?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>AgeWeight RangeLength Range2 months79 ounces24 inches3 months1012 ounces24 inches4 months<b>1315 ounces<\/b>412 inches5 months1 -2 pounds412 inches3 more rowsx26bull;08-May-2022<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_of_a_cage_do_hedgehogs_need\"><\/span>How big of a cage do hedgehogs need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The cage should be large enough to allow the hedgehog to move around. <b>At least 2 x 3 feet (61 x 91cm) should be the minimum floor space provided. Walls must be high enough to prevent escape, as hedgehogs are good climbers. A glass aquarium or smooth-sided cage is a reasonable choice for many owners.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How big is a full grown hedgehog?Do hedgehogs make nice pets?How long do hedgehogs live as pets?How long does it take for a hedgehog to be fully grown?At what age is a hedgehog fully grown?How big do African pygmy hedgehogs grow?How big should a hedgehog?Can hedgehogs be cuddly?Do hedgehogs like their owners?Does&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-177206","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-care"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177206"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=177206"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177206\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=177206"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=177206"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=177206"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}