title: Hedgehog care and husbandry.
abstract: An understanding of the unique behavior of hedgehogs is discussed,and is instrumental in approaching their nutrition, husbandry, and medical care. Physical examination, sample collection, anesthesia,hospitalization, and common signs of illness are presented.
authors.affiliation: West Hills Animal Hospital, 800 West Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, NY 11743, USA.
authors.forename: Elisabeth A
authors.initials: EA
authors.lastname: Simone-Freilicher
authors.forename: Heidi L
authors.initials: HL
authors.lastname: Hoefer
mesh_terms: D000822:Animal Husbandry; D000818:Animals; D006364:Hedgehogs; D014730:Veterinary Medicine