HillBilly Hedgehogs

HillBilly Hedgehogs, African pygmy hedgehogs in rural Kentucky, serves the Bluegrass region near Louisville. It draws on more than ten years of hands-on experience in small animal care and maintains membership in a regional small mammal breeders club, while partnering with a local veterinarian for routine health screenings. Each hedgehog is raised in a climate controlled habitat equipped with nesting areas and exercise wheels, and receives daily handling from the first week after birth to foster a friendly temperament.

The breeding program emphasizes balanced nutrition with commercially available diets supplemented by fresh produce, and includes environmental enrichment like tunnels, foraging activities, and chew toys to encourage natural behaviors. Breeder supplies each pup with a starter kit of bedding samples and a detailed care guide, reflecting Jacob Dowell’s commitment to easing the transition into new homes. Follow up by email or phone ensures new owners can ask questions as their hedgehogs settle in, supporting long term health and confidence in care.