Do hedgehogs carry any diseases?

Hedgehogs are not known to carry any diseases dangerous to humans. However, hedgehogs do have different normal flora than humans carry so young children, the elderly, and others with compromised immune systems are at greater risk for potential problems. Proper hand washing and cleaning is key to preventing illness. read more

Exotic pets, including hedgehogs, have become popular in recent years among pet owners, especially in North America. Such animals can carry and introduce zoonotic agents, a fact well illustrated by the recent outbreak of monkeypox in pet prairie dogs. read more