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Exotic Nutrition Posting Page
Friday, July 25, 2014
A high quality commercial hedgehog diet should make up
the main part of your hedgehog's diet. It should be high in protein (22%), low
in fat, contain adequate fiber (15%), and be low in iron content. The diet
should contain high-quality poultry or meat protein (but not fish) as the main
ingredient. Avoid diets that consist primarily of grain, corn, nuts, or seeds.
Fresh fruits and vegetables add the fiber your pet's need in their diet.
Because hedgehog's are omnivores, fruits and veggies should only make up a
small part of the diet. Cut the fruits and vegetables into small pieces to make
them easier for your pet to eat. While other pet foods (ferret food) are okay
for temporary feeding, they should not be your hedgehog's main long-term diet
because they do not have the right overall balance (high protein, low fat, high
fiber). You're much better off finding a food, like Hedgehog Complete, that
will make up the main diet while adding your own variety of fruit, veggies, and
insects. Each hedgehog has different taste preferences. If your hedgehog
doesn't take to a traditional hard food, we suggest trying one of our soft foods
like Insect-Eater Diet or Insectivore-Fare. Some researchers say taurine, an
amino acid that aids in digestion, is a beneficial ingredient for hedgehog food.
Depending on their size and activity level, most hedgehogs will eat two meals a
day of about 1 to 3 teaspoons of food. Hedgehogs should not need free-choice
(always available) food except for unusual circumstances (pregnancy, illness).
by: Exotic Nutrition
 
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