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Do hedgehogs bite?

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Hedgehogs may bite as a way to communicate if they are tired, stressed, or uncomfortable. Hedgehogs that are quilling may bite because they are uncomfortable. Some hedgehogs don’t like nail polish and will bite polished nails but they will stop biting when the polish is removed. read more

A hedgehog can ‘’learn’’ to bite if conditioned to do so. Be careful not to accidentally teach your hedgehog to bite! If you respond verbally after your hedgehog bites you, it may learn that it can get a similar response if it continues to bite. read more

Most hedgehogs don’t bite or don’t bite often and the more you socialize your hedgie, generally the less it will bite. Basically there are 2 types of bites: The “you smell tasty” bite: This is usually, but not always, preceded by a few licks. read more

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