Hedgehogs are small, spiky mammals covered in hundreds of sharp spines made of stiff keratin. That said, they are not to be confused with a porcupine or echidna, which are different species. Hedgehogs ...

Hedgehogs have smooth spines on their coat, similar to the bristles of a brush. Unlike rigid porcupine quills, which are sharp, these creatures are more approachable and not dangerous as pets. The ...

The Tulsa Zoo has several hedgehogs, but most zoogoers do not know it because the little critters are not on exhibit. The four-toed hedgehog is what the zoo calls an "animal ambassador" and is used ...

Hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, and even rats have long dominated the market as preferred picks for pint-sized pets. But there's another miniature mammal that's starting to gain popularity in the pet ...

One adorable spiny mammal is making a comeback in the UK after decades of population decline. A BBC Gardeners' World Magazine poll revealed that 33% of readers reported seeing hedgehogs in their ...

Rescue centres across the country have reported an increase in the number of hedgehogs showing symptoms of dehydration and heatstroke. The British Hedgehog Preservation Society says high temperatures, ...