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4. Description About the Author Sharon Vanderlip, DVM has a Bachelor of Science degree in zoology from UC Davis and a degree in veterinary medicine. Dr. Vanderlip has provided veterinary care to exotic, wild, and domestic animals for more than 30 years. She has published in scientific journals and has authored more than 20 books on pet care. Dr. Vanderlip has kept African Pygmy and European Hedgehogs as pets and has cared for numerous hedgehogs in her practice. Information and advice to help you take good care of your African Pygmy Hedgehog With a special chapter: Understanding Your Hedgehog African Pygmy Hedgehogs are extraordinary animals. Bright eyed, curious, and covered with quills, these charming little creatures make delightful and unusual pets. Hedgehogs have unique behaviors, abilities, adaptations, and personalities. They also require special care and handling. If you have fallen under the spell of these sweet-faced, prickly pets, this book will take you on a fascinating journey into the secret life of one of the world's oldest, most primitive, and interesting animals. Step-by-step directions for everyday care Informative and attractive sidebars Filled with handsome full-color photos This book is chock-full of useful information and color photos. Here's a quick look at some of the information you'll find: Understanding your hedgehog The African pygmy hedgehog's instincts, senses, behaviors, and communication reflect millions of years of ancestral development that have allowed it to survive to this day. The better you understand your hedgehog, the more you will appreciate and enjoy him. In this chapter you'll learn all about: The hedgehog's sense of smell, taste, hearing, sight, and touchBehaviorBody languageVocalizations Accommodations for your hedgehog African pygmy hedgehogs are not demanding pets. There are many things you can do to make sure your hedgehog has everything he needs to be healthy, content, and safe in your home. In this chapter you'll learn about: Housing considerations, options, requirements, and conditionsBedding materialExercise wheels and ballsTravel kennel Feeding your hedgehog African pygmy hedgehogs are eager eaters! Although some are particular about their food preferences, most are easy to please. By feeding a variety of nutritious foods, in the right amounts, you can keep you hedgehog healthy and prevent obesity. In this chapter you'll learn about: The hedgehog digestive system and feeding habitsWhat to feedHow much and how oftenFeeding tipsPotentially harmful foods Health issues The most important health care you can give your hedgehog is preventive health care. Preventing problems is much easier than treating problems. Some problems cannot be prevented, but if you detect them early and treat them immediately, your hedgehog has a much better chance of recovery. In this chapter you'll learn about: Keeping your hedgehog healthyWhat to look for and what to do if your hedgehog is sick This chapter contains a useful, quick-reference Health Chart that identifies health problems, details the symptoms, and explains what to do in each case.

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