Advice & Help

SEEK HELP WHEN -

A hedgehog is out during the day - almost always a sign of a problem.

A hedgehog out at any time, day or night, who is -

○ laying in the open (awake or asleep)

○ looking wobbly

○ not walking correctly / dragging a leg

○ showing any sign of injury

○ caught in netting

○ lacking spines

○ running in circles

○ covered in ticks

○ has clusters of fly eggs

○ squealing with pain

○ a baby out alone

○ a baby/juvenile in the autumn/winter

○ a disturbed nest (do not interfere).

Before contacting us, please make sure the animal is safe and not going to go missing while you are talking to us. Gently put it in a high sided box, with something for it to snuggle under (such as an old towel, or fleece), and then put in a quiet, safe place indoors. If you do not get hold of us immediately, please give the animal a bowl of water and some cat or dog food if you have any. If cold, a tepid hot water bottle, wrapped in a cloth and placed close to the animal will be beneficial.

As we are currently full and unable to take any more hedgehogs please contact Leicestershire Wildlife Hospital - 07951 285366 or your local vetinary practice.