Hinata Hedgehogs

Hinata Hedgehogs is a breeder of African pygmy hedgehogs in Ohio, serving the Northeast Ohio region near Cleveland. It has more than five years of experience caring for hedgehogs, adheres to breed standard guidelines and participates in local and national hedgehog enthusiast groups.

Each hedgehog grows up in a home environment with regular handling and access to a variety of enrichment activities to support their natural behaviors. The enclosures are cleaned daily and set up to include nesting spots, exercise wheels and supervised exploration time outside the cage.

Founder Samara Leist draws on a background in small animal care to ensure gentle socialization and health screening before adoption. Families often note how well adjusted the young hedgehogs are upon arrival and appreciate the guidance on diet and habitat setup. All animals receive routine veterinary checks and owners provide detailed care instructions with each hedgehog.