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I've had a pygmy hedgehog for 4 years now, since he was a baby, and he's been such a fantastic pet. He's snuffly, happy to be handled, and a keen little explorer. I adore him, and have spent a lot of time playing with him over the years.
Sadly, my new job is taking over my life at the moment and I genuinely don't have time for him any more. I feel he deserves more than to just sit in his tank and get food and water dumped in at the end of the day when I get home.
I'm devastated to have to do it, but I need to rehome him so he can get the attention he needs. Does anyone know the best way to go about this? I want him to go to someone who will love him, but don't see any way of guaranteeing he gets a good home.
But then my home isn't a good home for him either.....

Not sure of your location but this website may be of some help. I'd love to take him but my accommodation does not allow pets. Hedgehog Kingdom

Where in the country are you?

I'm in London.
Thanks for the link, will check it out now.

You should check out this organisation: www.homelesshogs.co.uk/ They are a national organisation for taking in and rehoming APHs. Or you could have a look on this forum, there is a for sale section www.pygmyhogsuk.com/forum

You poor thing, I have an African Pygmy Hoggie too and would be devastated if I had to give him up. I hope you find a good home for your spiky friend.

I'm in London too and I'm trying not to be tempted to take him off your hands

Hiya,

I don't know if you're still looking for a home for you hog but I would be interested in taking him on. I've been keeping hedgehogs since 2008, I do not breed them but have them solely as cherished pets. I have 5 at present, 3 of which were rescues that i'm in the process rehabilitating.

I would also recommend the links suggested by WichitaLineGirl.

Regards,

Lorna