{"id":190042,"date":"2023-02-08T05:50:11","date_gmt":"2023-02-08T05:50:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/"},"modified":"2023-02-09T07:12:37","modified_gmt":"2023-02-09T07:12:37","slug":"are-hedgehogs-friendly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/","title":{"rendered":"Are hedgehogs friendly?"},"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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Are_hedgehogs_friendly\" title=\"Are hedgehogs friendly?\">Are hedgehogs friendly?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_like_to_cuddle\" title=\"Do hedgehogs like to cuddle?\">Do hedgehogs like to cuddle?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Is_it_cruel_to_keep_hedgehogs_as_pets\" title=\"Is it cruel to keep hedgehogs as pets?\">Is it cruel to keep hedgehogs 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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_like_to_be_handled\" title=\"Do hedgehogs like to be handled?\">Do hedgehogs like to be handled?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Are_hedgehogs_affectionate\" title=\"Are hedgehogs affectionate?\">Are hedgehogs affectionate?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_let_you_pet_them\" title=\"Do hedgehogs let you pet them?\">Do hedgehogs let you pet them?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_recognize_you\" title=\"Do hedgehogs recognize you?\">Do hedgehogs recognize you?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_like_being_held\" title=\"Do hedgehogs like being held?\">Do hedgehogs like being held?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_bite_you\" title=\"Do hedgehogs bite you?\">Do hedgehogs bite you?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Can_I_cuddle_my_hedgehog\" title=\"Can I cuddle my hedgehog?\">Can I cuddle my hedgehog?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_get_attached_to_their_owners\" title=\"Do hedgehogs get attached to their owners?\">Do hedgehogs get attached to their owners?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_like_affection\" title=\"Do hedgehogs like affection?\">Do hedgehogs like affection?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Is_it_OK_to_keep_a_hedgehog_as_a_pet\" title=\"Is it OK to keep a hedgehog as a pet?\">Is it OK 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-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Does_it_hurt_to_pet_a_hedgehog\" title=\"Does it hurt to pet a hedgehog?\">Does it hurt to pet a hedgehog?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_recognize_their_owners\" title=\"Do hedgehogs recognize their owners?\">Do hedgehogs recognize their owners?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#What_are_the_cons_of_owning_a_hedgehog\" title=\"What are the cons of owning a hedgehog?\">What are the cons of owning a hedgehog?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_like_to_be_held\" title=\"Do hedgehogs like to be held?\">Do hedgehogs like to be held?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_like_being_picked_up\" title=\"Do hedgehogs like being picked up?\">Do hedgehogs like being picked up?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_like_to_be_cuddled\" title=\"Do hedgehogs like to be cuddled?\">Do hedgehogs like to be cuddled?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_love_their_owners\" title=\"Do hedgehogs love their owners?\">Do hedgehogs love their owners?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Are_hedgehogs_cuddly\" title=\"Are hedgehogs cuddly?\">Are hedgehogs cuddly?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_enjoy_human_interaction\" title=\"Do hedgehogs enjoy human interaction?\">Do hedgehogs enjoy human interaction?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#How_does_a_hedgehog_show_affection\" title=\"How does a hedgehog show affection?\">How does a hedgehog show affection?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Do_hedgehogs_like_being_petted\" title=\"Do hedgehogs like being petted?\">Do hedgehogs like being petted?<\/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\/are-hedgehogs-friendly\/#Are_pet_hedgehogs_friendly\" title=\"Are pet hedgehogs friendly?\">Are pet hedgehogs friendly?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_hedgehogs_friendly\"><\/span>Are hedgehogs friendly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Due to their spines, hedgehogs aren&#8217;t very cuddly animals. However, <b>they are very friendly and playful pets<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_like_to_cuddle\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs like to cuddle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some hedgehogs do seem to like to snuggle up to their human companions, while others might be shyer or simply prefer exploring and moving about over sitting still and cuddling.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-hedgehogs-make-good-pets\/\">Do hedgehogs make good pets?<\/a><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_cruel_to_keep_hedgehogs_as_pets\"><\/span>Is it cruel to keep hedgehogs as pets?<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<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-199530\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Is-it-cruel-to-keep-hedgehogs-as-pets.jpg\" alt=\"Is it cruel to keep hedgehogs as pets?\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1664\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Is-it-cruel-to-keep-hedgehogs-as-pets.jpg 2500w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Is-it-cruel-to-keep-hedgehogs-as-pets-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Is-it-cruel-to-keep-hedgehogs-as-pets-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Is-it-cruel-to-keep-hedgehogs-as-pets-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Is-it-cruel-to-keep-hedgehogs-as-pets-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Is-it-cruel-to-keep-hedgehogs-as-pets-2048x1363.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2500px) 100vw, 2500px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_like_to_be_handled\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs like to be handled?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even though hedgehogs are pets <b>the may not automatically enjoy being petted. You must first earn your hedgehog&#8217;s trust so that it can relax and enjoy your touch rather than fear your touch as potential harm. It is o.k. to begin to attempt to pet your hedgehog once your hedgehog is relaxed and exploring in your hands.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_hedgehogs_affectionate\"><\/span>Are hedgehogs affectionate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hedgehogs aren&#8217;t affectionate by nature. They are solitary animals that prefer to go through life alone. However, with patience and time, you can show your hedgehog that they can trust you. Early socialization is critical in helping your hedgehog learn who you are and form a bond with you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_let_you_pet_them\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs let you pet them?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Don&#8217;t try to pet your hedgehog until they have relaxed. A relaxed hedgehog will lay down their spines. Once the spines are laying flat (not poking up in various directions like they are when your hedgehog is rolled into a ball) you can try petting them in the direction the spines lay.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_recognize_you\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs recognize you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A large number of hedgehogs will eventually recognize your voice and smell and realize that you are not a threat. Hedgehogs will all respond to you differently, but eventually they will recognize you as their source of food and your hands as a safe place where it can begin to explore the world.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_like_being_held\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs like being held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Every hedgehog has a unique personality, but most aren&#8217;t interested in human affection. Caretakers note that <b>it takes a lot of time and effort to get a hedgehog to tolerate being held. Like porcupines, hedgehogs have sharp, prickly quills that they use to fend off predators.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_bite_you\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs bite you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hedgehogs can bite you, but very rarely will that happen. This usually happens when they are young and think your fingers are going to feed them (if they have been fed via a syringe as they had no mother).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_cuddle_my_hedgehog\"><\/span>Can I cuddle my hedgehog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Don&#8217;t kiss or snuggle hedgehogs, because this can spread Salmonella germs to your face and mouth and make you sick, the CDC warned. Don&#8217;t let hedgehogs roam freely in areas where food is prepared or stored, such as kitchens. If you do touch a hedgehog or clean its supplies, wash your hands immediately afterward.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dUzg149yGx8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_get_attached_to_their_owners\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs get attached to 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=\"Do_hedgehogs_like_affection\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs like affection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hedgehogs aren&#8217;t affectionate by nature. They are solitary animals that prefer to go through life alone. However, with patience and time, you can show your hedgehog that they can trust you. Early socialization is critical in helping your hedgehog learn who you are and form a bond with you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_keep_a_hedgehog_as_a_pet\"><\/span>Is it OK to keep a hedgehog as a pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The answer is a resounding no!<\/b> It is important to remember that hedgehogs are wild animals, which belong within their own complex ecosystem where they can be given the opportunity to thrive.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_it_hurt_to_pet_a_hedgehog\"><\/span>Does it hurt to pet a hedgehog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even in this state, <b>you can touch a hedgehog without too much damage (few hedgehog owners are ever poked hard enough to break their skin). However, try to avoid getting your fingers trapped by a hedgehog rolling into a ball as they are strong and being squeezed and poked at the same time is sure to be painful for you!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_recognize_their_owners\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs recognize their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Your Pet Hedgehog Will Learn To Recognize You Over Time<\/b> You just have to be patient. Hedgehogs are naturally a bit nervous around humans at first and it takes some time for them to build that trust around you.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_cons_of_owning_a_hedgehog\"><\/span>What are the cons of owning a hedgehog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The Cons: Owning a Hedgehog<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hedgie hives will bother those with allergies.<\/li>\n<li>Hedgehogs excrete and defecate as they walk.<\/li>\n<li>Noisy environments are not ideal for their delicate ears.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_like_to_be_held\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs like to be held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Every hedgehog has a unique personality, but most aren&#8217;t interested in human affection. Caretakers note that <b>it takes a lot of time and effort to get a hedgehog to tolerate being held. Like porcupines, hedgehogs have sharp, prickly quills that they use to fend off predators.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-199531\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-hedgehogs-like-to-be-held.jpg\" alt=\"Do hedgehogs like to be held?\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-hedgehogs-like-to-be-held.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-hedgehogs-like-to-be-held-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-hedgehogs-like-to-be-held-1024x750.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-hedgehogs-like-to-be-held-768x563.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_like_being_picked_up\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs like being picked up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hedgehogs can be handled (they are not too prickly), although some patience is required to make sure your hedgehog is both safe and comfortable in your hands.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_like_to_be_cuddled\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs like to be cuddled?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It depends on the personality of the individual hedgehog and how much handling the hedgehog has had in the past. <b>Some hedgehogs do seem to like to snuggle up to their human companions, while others might be shyer or simply prefer exploring and moving about over sitting still and cuddling.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_love_their_owners\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs love 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=\"Are_hedgehogs_cuddly\"><\/span>Are hedgehogs 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. Once a bond is established hedgehogs can be quite playful and <b>occasionally cuddly<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_enjoy_human_interaction\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs enjoy human interaction?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unlike your standard cat or dog, <b>hedgehogs aren&#8217;t going to enjoy human interaction straight away. They need time to warm up to you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_a_hedgehog_show_affection\"><\/span>How does a hedgehog show affection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some hedgehogs do not display outward signs of affection, while others can be quite affectionate toward their owners. Hedgehogs do not typically come when called or actively seek out human interaction. They are NOT like cats and dogs, whose personalities shows of affection vary drastically.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_hedgehogs_like_being_petted\"><\/span>Do hedgehogs like being petted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even though hedgehogs are pets <b>they may not automatically enjoy being petted. You must first earn your hedgehog&#8217;s trust so that it can relax and enjoy your touch, rather than fear your touch as potential harm.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_pet_hedgehogs_friendly\"><\/span>Are pet hedgehogs friendly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Due to their spines, hedgehogs aren&#8217;t very cuddly animals. However, <b>they are very friendly and playful pets<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0W2k0mC2PvA\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Are hedgehogs friendly?Do hedgehogs like to cuddle?Is it cruel to keep hedgehogs as pets?Do hedgehogs like to be handled?Are hedgehogs affectionate?Do hedgehogs let you pet them?Do hedgehogs recognize you?Do hedgehogs like being held?Do hedgehogs bite you?Can I cuddle my hedgehog?Do hedgehogs get attached to their owners?Do hedgehogs like affection?Is it OK to&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":199528,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-hedgehogs-friendly.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/190042"}],"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=190042"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/190042\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":199533,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/190042\/revisions\/199533"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/199528"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=190042"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=190042"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=190042"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}