Cat Meets Hedgehog, Sits on It Amy and Sam share an adorable video of two pets' first encounter. Feb. 25, 2014 -- They're cute, quiet and surprisingly controversial.

Truth is, while these pets are technically easy to keep and care for, there are some surprising drawbacks that catch a lot of first-time pet owners off guard: 1. Hedgehogs Are Prickly Pets ...

All pets are a financial commitment. Exotics, however, can come with a bigger price tag. Hedgehogs don't do well in extreme temperatures, Dr. Hess explained — they actually prefer temps in the ...

Hedgehogs are not tiny cats or spiny hamsters. Before getting a hedgehog as a pet, you need to understand their unique needs so you can keep it healthy and happy.

Pet owners can minimize that risk by washing their hands immediately after handling hedgehogs, cleaning their cages or feeding them, said Sarah McCormack, a veterinarian at Fresh Pond Animal ...

Beware the hedgehog, for it may give you salmonella. Pet hedgehogs have sickened two Minnesotans and nine others nationwide in an outbreak reported last week by the U.S. Centers for Disease ...

Your pet is cute, but please stop kissing it. According to the CDC, the dangers of pet germs are real and a salmonella outbreak tied to hedgehogs proves it.

Hedgehogs have gained popularity as pets in recent decades. Before you add one to your family, Dr. Krista Keller, a veterinarian at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital in ...

Pet owners can minimize that risk by washing their hands immediately after handling hedgehogs, cleaning their cages or feeding them, said Sarah McCormack, a veterinarian at Fresh Pond Animal ...

Most hedgehog owners use a pellet food that is formulated specifically for hedgehogs as the foundation of their pet’s diet. Check to see if the food has uniform pellets.

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.