Introduction to Hedgehog Care

by | Jan 2, 2026 | 2 comments

Hedgehogs are one of the most common animals admitted into wildlife rescues in the UK. Although they’re easy to pick up, they’re certainly not easy to care for and have lots of little quirks. This course is designed to talk you through the basics of hedgehog care, including telling you a bit more about what they do in the wild and how that can impact the care you provide.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Course Information

Estimated Time: 6 weeks

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Lucy Steele Lucy Steele Author
 

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£50.00
1 year of access
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Module 1: Understanding Hedgehogs

Hedgehog Basics
Lesson 1 of 2 within section Module 1: Understanding Hedgehogs. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Hedgehog Ecology
Lesson 2 of 2 within section Module 1: Understanding Hedgehogs. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Module 2: When and How to Help

Intervene Or Monitor
Lesson 1 of 2 within section Module 2: When and How to Help. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Safe Capture and Handling
Lesson 2 of 2 within section Module 2: When and How to Help. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Module 3: Admission and Triage

Initial Assessment, Observation and Records
Lesson 1 of 2 within section Module 3: Admission and Triage. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Stabilising Hedgehogs: Fluids, Warmth and First Aid
Lesson 2 of 2 within section Module 3: Admission and Triage. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Module 4: Housing and Feeding

Hygiene and Enclosure Set Up
Lesson 1 of 2 within section Module 4: Housing and Feeding. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Daily Care and Feeding
Lesson 2 of 2 within section Module 4: Housing and Feeding. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Module 5: Common Health Issues

Common Issues: Parasites, Ringworm and Respiratory Issues
Lesson 1 of 2 within section Module 5: Common Health Issues. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Common Issues: Wounds and Entanglement
Lesson 2 of 2 within section Module 5: Common Health Issues. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Module 6: Preparing for Release

Release
Lesson 1 of 1 within section Module 6: Preparing for Release. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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2 Comments

    • Lucy Steele
      Lucy Steele on January 13, 2026 at 3:39 pm

      Pleased to have you with us 🙂

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