Pacific Northwest Hedgies

Pacific Northwest Hedgies is an African pygmy hedgehog breeder in Seattle, WA, in the Puget Sound region. Founder Jessica Gardiner maintains transparent records and follows vet-recommended health screening protocols to support each animal’s wellness. With a longstanding background in small mammal care, she offers guidance for new owners navigating hedgehog husbandry. The breeder participates in hedgehog enthusiast networks to stay updated on best practices for care and lineage.

Their husbandry includes enriched habitats with safe hiding spots, daily handling in a home setting and time outside the cage for gentle socialization. Hedgehogs are raised under heat-regulated lamps and in spacious cages designed to mimic natural burrows. A lifelong interest in small exotic pets guides a focus on calm temperaments suitable for first-time hedgehog owners. Each young hedgehog acclimates to household sounds and simple training games that ease the transition to a new home.