Cactus Quills Hedgehogs

Cactus Quills Hedgehogs is a family-run breeder of African pygmy hedgehogs in Arizona and the Phoenix area. Stacie Richie has maintained a small-scale breeding program for several years with an emphasis on genetic health, regular health testing, and gentle temperament. Each hog lives in a clean, temperature-controlled enclosure furnished with tunnels, wheels, and hideaways to encourage natural behaviors.

Richie follows established care standards, including biannual veterinary exams, routine parasite screenings, and customized diet plans to support optimal physical and behavioral well-being. Young hedgehogs receive supervised handling from two weeks old, helping them adapt to human contact while preserving species-typical instincts. Detailed health records and lineage charts accompany each hedgehog, providing transparency about breeding goals and weight milestones. With a background in small mammal husbandry, the breeder consults current research to refine enrichment strategies, habitat design, and socialization practices. Feedback from local owners highlights consistent health outcomes and friendly dispositions across multiple litters.