Rooney's Exotic Pets

Rooney’s Exotic Pets is a breeder of African pygmy hedgehogs in Richmond, VA, and central Virginia. Jennifer Rooney has devoted several years to refining her breeding program, following recommended veterinary health screenings and registering animals through recognized registries. Each hedgehog undergoes regular checkups, including weight monitoring, fecal exams, and routine parasite control under veterinary guidance.

Hedgehogs are raised in quiet, climate-controlled enclosures that offer safe, spacious dwellings with daily handling to foster calm, sociable temperaments. Diet consists of premium insectivore feed supplemented with fresh produce and occasional live insects under veterinary guidance. Rooney’s approach emphasizes gentle socialization and enrichment, with time outside the enclosure to explore secure play areas. Owners appreciate the breeder’s transparency about health histories and care routines, noting her consistent communication and attention to detail. She provides detailed care guides and feeding schedules to support each hedgehog’s smooth transition into its new home.