Wednesday, July 3, 2013

What To Feed A Hedgehog

Hedgehogs need a diet that is high in protein and low in fat.  When choosing food, look for those that have about 35% protein and no more than 15% fat.  Since few foods made specifically for hedgehogs have the proper amounts of protein and fat, most owners choose to feed a high quality cat or dog kibble instead.  The best way to achieve a balanced diet is to offer a mix of several different foods.

Quality cat foods include:
Authority
Blue Buffalo
Canidae
Castor & Pollux
Chicken Soup for the Cat Lover's Soul
Evangers
Fromm
Halo Spot's Stew
Holistic Select
Innova
Kirkland Signature
Natural Balance
Nutro Natural Choice
Purina One Beyond
Royal Canin
Simply Nourish
Solid Gold
Taste of the Wild
Wellness

*This is not a complete list and it is in no particular order.

Along with this dry mix, make sure to supplement your hedgehog's diet with insects and small pieces of fruits and vegetables a few times a week.

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