Hedgehogs can be carriers of the bacteria salmonella, which is why it's very important to always wash your hands after handling a hedgehog, Dr. Hess told POPSUGAR.

Pet hedgehogs are also illegal to own in some Canadian municipalities and in some countries, so it's always crucial to check your local laws before embarking on the path towards hedgie ownership.

Based in Chaplin, Conn., The Hedgehog Welfare Society serves as an education resource for pet owners as well as a rescue and rehabilitation center for hedgehogs that are in need.

Federal health officials are investigating a multistate outbreak of salmonella that's tied to pet hedgehogs. As of Sept. 22, more than 30 people from 17 states have reported infection with ...

Two salmonella outbreaks affecting dozens of people in multiple states have been linked to pet hedgehogs and bearded dragons, the CDC said.

Hedgehogs are carriers of Salmonella Typhimurium. So far, the strain has infected 32 in 17 states; 16 of those who became sick had touched a hedgehog. Five had to be hospitalized.

If you’ve ever seen a hedgehog twisting its body and foaming at the mouth, you might think the animal is sick. But this strange and dramatic behavior, demonstrated in this YouTube video, is ...

A woman sharing her pet hedgehog's everyday adventures has delighted the internet with a series of viral videos. TikTok user misscutieclover shares the adorable videos which frequently gain ...

Pet hedgehogs are also illegal to own in some Canadian municipalities and in some countries, so it's always crucial to check your local laws before embarking on the path towards hedgie ownership.