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    • 101 Sessions
    • Babies For Sale
    • Available Adults
    • The Morning Star Herd
    • Reviews
    • Our Families
    • Kits and Accessories
    • Boarding
    • Hedgehogs As Pets
    • Hedgehog Care
    • Treats / Nutrition
    • Toxic to Hedgehogs
    • Hedgehogs Christmas Gifts
    • Ethical Breeding Programs
    • Code of Ethics
    • Policies
    • Hedgehog Hygiene
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    • Hedgehog Colors
  • Home
  • 101 Sessions
  • Babies For Sale
  • Available Adults
  • The Morning Star Herd
  • Reviews
  • Our Families
  • Kits and Accessories
  • Boarding
  • Hedgehogs As Pets
  • Hedgehog Care
  • Treats / Nutrition
  • Toxic to Hedgehogs
  • Hedgehogs Christmas Gifts
  • Ethical Breeding Programs
  • Code of Ethics
  • Policies
  • Hedgehog Hygiene
  • Hedgehog Blog
  • Hedgehog Colors

MORNING STAR HEDGEHOGS

MORNING STAR HEDGEHOGS MORNING STAR HEDGEHOGS MORNING STAR HEDGEHOGS

USDA Licensed Hedgehog Breeder Since 2011

USDA Licensed Hedgehog Breeder Since 2011USDA Licensed Hedgehog Breeder Since 2011USDA Licensed Hedgehog Breeder Since 2011

Now accepting deposits for our December & January babies

RESERVED / available BABIES - UPDATEd 10/21/2025

General Information

I placed my Deposit - Now What?

I placed my Deposit - Now What?

 

Once your deposit is received we will be in contact with you to confirm your preferences.... Gender, quill colors, facial markings, etc...  If you have a picture of your "ideal" hedgehog please send it along to us. ( Be aware that pictures of adults are very different than babies and while we try to match you to the picture you send sometimes we can only get close)  We will do our very best to match you with the perfect bundle of quills! Keep in mind that the more specific you are in your request, the more time it may take -  We do not breed for specific colors or facial markings, we breed for health and temperament.  While we wait... start making decisions of  what type of habitat you would like to use for your quillie buddy.  Check the Blog section here for more information on nutrition, heating, housing options and more...  And always remember to check with us if you have ANY questions,  We are here to help you make the perfect home for your little one!  

IT'S FINALLY TIME:  when your baby is ready to go home you will receive an email from us with all the necessary paperwork, policies for pick up and a picture....  THIS IS IMPORTANT:  IF YOU DO NOT RESPOND TO THE EMAIL OR TEXT MESSAGE WITHIN 3 DAYS YOU WILL FORFEIT YOUR BABY AND YOUR DEPOSIT!   Hedgehog babies have a greater success for easier transition to their new home between the ages of 7 - 10 weeks.  IF YOU DID NOT SEE YOUR EMAIL OR TEXT.... AND CONTACT US AFTER THE 3 DAY NOTIFICATION PERIOD YOU WILL HAVE TO GO TO THE BACK OF THE LINE.... sorry, but others have been patiently waiting their turn as well.  

Approximate Ready Dates

I placed my Deposit - Now What?

 

 There is no telling what Mother Nature has in store for us.  Litters range from 1 to 7 or 8 but,  mom's can have false pregnancies and miscarriages or even destroy entire litters  -   Dates you see above are  Approximate dates only - Babies must be 7 weeks old and weigh between 180 - 200 grams before they leave us.   

Pricing

Pricing

 Our costs are increasing:  as the costs have increased for food and bedding we find that we must slightly adjust our prices as well.  Thank you for your loyalty, support and understanding. 

Current fees for our babies $225 to $300 depending upon facial features and quill colors the more rare or unique the higher the price.


All our animals are pedigreed, we track lineage,  and do our best to produce healthy happy

 hedgehogs for the pet community.


​ ​Morning Star Hedgehogs Reserves the right to refuse a sale

of any of our animals at our discretion

​Not Certain If a Hedgehog is for You?  

 Ask about our Hedgie 101 Sessions.  Our care sessions,  using zoom,  give you an in depth look at care and keeping of these fascinating creatures to help  you decide if a hedgehog is the right pet for you or your family.

 A $20 fee for this session applies and goes toward the purchase of a baby If you decide to purchase a baby or an adult from us!  


Hedgehog 101 Information

before you place your deposit!

We do not ship our babies located in Addison Illinois

We do not ship our babies located in Addison Illinois

We do not ship our babies located in Addison Illinois

If you are not in Illinois you need to be prepared to drive to pick your baby up.

We do not sell where hedgehogs are illegal

We do not ship our babies located in Addison Illinois

We do not ship our babies located in Addison Illinois

Hedgehogs are Illegal in: Georgia, California, Hawaii, New York City, Omaha Nebraska, Pennsylvania and Washington DC

Deposits are Non Refundable

We do not ship our babies located in Addison Illinois

Deposits are Non Refundable

Be certain you have read and understand our policies before sending in your deposit - and you MUST be over the age of 18.

Place a Deposit to Reserve a Baby Hedgehog

$22.00
Pay with PayPal or a debit/credit card

No PayPal account required!  You will receive email confirmation once your deposit is received.  Ask to be added to the priority list if you are looking for a baby sooner than anticipated - no additional fee for the priority list. 


DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

 REMEMBER:  WE DO NOT SHIP OUR BABIES 


WE RESPOND TO THE EMAIL ON FILE WITH PAYPAL -  MAKE SURE IT IS ACCURATE 

be 100% certain before reserving a baby. deposits are non refundable.

Ailbhe x Wexton Litter of 4 born 8/11/2025

RESERVED : Male Brown Pinto Split Face MSTH

What a gorgeous litter !   Ailbhe did a great job as a first time mom.   This little boy will remain here and join our breeding program.  I don't normally keep boys but the genetics need to be preserved.  

RESERVED Male Reverse Grey Pinto High White - Pink Eyed Sharon N.

This little boy was reserved...  The family even attended a zoom session to go over how to properly care for him.   It came time to make our pick up arrangements and I have not had a response since Oct 6th...  Even a phone call as sent to voice mail.   Maybe they changed their mind or found an animal elsewhere...  Anyway this little man still needs a quillever home.  He is adorable and friendly and cuddly and would be great in any family.


Ready to go home

Haliya x Isaac Litter of 6 Born 8/12/2025

RESERVED : Male Dark Grey Badger Stripe Annabelle E.

Haliya is a great mom,  6 babies  is a lot for any mom, there are about a week behind schedule but almost ready to go home.  They will be a wonderful addition to  any family.  The markings and temperaments wow me!


PU TBD

RESERVED: Male Brown Pinto Split Face Adem A.

Haliya is a great mom,  6 babies  is a lot for any mom, there are about a week behind schedule but almost ready to go home.  They will be a wonderful addition to  any family.  The markings and temperaments wow me!


PU TBD

Maureen x Geshem Litter of 2 Born 9/7/20258/12/2025

RESERVED : Male Black Mottled Mask MSTH

Maureen is not the best mom but look at her babies!   How can I not keep this little man,  not to mention I would like to keep the genetics.  This little guy is staying here in our breeding program.   I think he needs a "bad guy / nemisis" name... Hmmmm


Ready to go home Approx 11/2

RESERVED: Female Oak Full Mask Renee F.

Maureen is not the best mom but look at her babies!  The beautiful girl has such rich quill colors and beautiful masking.  Currently quilling, poor baby,  getting a little extra TLC.


Ready to go home Approx 11/2

Babies have been born. more Expectant moms due This week!

Babies Born

Kalani x Essex Born 9/6

Maureen x Geshem Born 9/7

Celeste x Huey Born 9/8

Mei-Misaki x Simon Born 9/22

Vesper x Geshem Born 9/23

Kitiara x Essex Born 9/23





Waiting List:

October

November

November

  1. Danica W.
  2. Melanie K.
  3. Desirea F.
  4. Yoyo S.
  5. Kristy F. 
  6. Sage P.


November

November

November

  1. Nick D.
  2. Jennifer V.
  3. Shannon K.
  4. Patrick C.
  5. Crystal H,
  6. Amber P.
  7. Adriana G.
  8. Lauren M.
  9. Amelia A.
  10. Denna K.
  11. Rachel B


December

Future Reservations - On Hold

Future Reservations - On Hold

  1. Pei Pei N.
  2. Nancy S.
  3. Magdalena S.
  4. Colleen C.
  5. Adam R.
  6. Justin S.
  7. Betty C.


Future Reservations - On Hold

Future Reservations - On Hold

Future Reservations - On Hold

  1. Rumsha S.  (2026)
  2. Joni K  (Jan 2026)
  3. Hudson T. (Jan 2026)
  4. Alexis L. (2026)
  5. Diana H. (Mid-Jan)



**** Months listed above are based upon averages, and may change depending on litter sizes...  Morning Star Hedgehogs reserves the right to hold back a baby for our breeding program at our discretion.  

Ask about priority list!

The priority list gives us an opportunity to find hedgehogs homes quickly (usually within 7 days) in the event that a reservation cancels or reschedules. There is no fee just let us know if you are ready or willing to accept a baby at short notice... also, if the baby available does not meet your preferences you are under no obligation to take that animal. It does not change your place in line...



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