How fat do the hedgehogs get?

Answer 1

Hedgehogs are naturally chubby animals. But if you think your hedgie is leaning towards the heavy side, contact your vet. Hedgehog weight loss is a big problem in hedgie ownership. Owners think their hedgie is too fat and feed them not enough food. If your hedgie is losing weight to fast, contact your vet immediately.

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Answer 2

As fat as you let it get, I presume.

There are 15 species of hedgehogs in Europe, Asia and Africa. Hedgehogs are carnivores. To find their food they root through undergrowth in search of insects - earthworms, snails and slugs, centipedes; small mammals - mice; birds; reptiles - frogs, and snakes. It will also eat eggs, fruit, fungi and roots. A hedgehog will eat one-third of its body weight in one night. Their size is comparative to the size of a tea cup. With their body size of 5 to 12 inches (13-30 cm). The tail measures 1 to 2 inches (3-5 cm). The body weight of 14 to 39 oz (398-1,106 g).

Answer 3

Hedgehogs are not neccesarily fat. However, obesity can be a problem with them if not fed properly.