Some pets need baths, some don’t need them very often, and others need very special baths. What about the hedgehog? Do they need baths, and if so, what kind of bath do they need?

Hedgehogs can definitely benefit from regular baths. Unlike other animals, they don’t groom themselves, so they can get dirty pretty quickly. Some hedgehogs even love playing in the water!

Warm water is best, and you may not even need a shampoo. However, if your pet is particularly dirty, you may want to use a gentle baby shampoo. If your hedgehog is itchy, choose a variety that contains oatmeal.

Try not to give your pet a bath any more frequently than once a month. It can dry out his skin and make him uncomfortable. To learn more about hedgehog baths, click here, or visit with your veterinarian Oshawa, ON.