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.
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.
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!
If you are not in Illinois you need to be prepared to drive to pick your baby up.
Hedgehogs are Illegal in: Georgia, California, Hawaii, New York City, Omaha Nebraska, Pennsylvania and Washington DC
Be certain you have read and understand our policies before sending in your deposit - and you MUST be over the age of 18.
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
Exceptional babies , all have wonderful temperaments and would fit in with any family. This little man has places to go and doesn't care to sit still for too long.
Ready to go home
Blair always has beautiful babies and wonderful temperaments. I can't say it enough how sad it makes me that people are not fond of the reverse pinto high whites. I find they are the easiest to acclimate to a new environment and have the cutest quirky silly personalities.
Ready to go home
Sorry, this little girl is remaining here. I am going to see if I can improve on the Platinum lines that I used to produce.
This little man is experiencing a terrible quilling and is quite "fiesty" . He is going to someone with previous hedgehog experience and much patience.
The longer quill structure can make them harder to handle, but with enough time and patience they will come around.
These babies will be ready to go home approx April 5
Because I have had a few mom's not take , my breeding program is behind schedule. I have a few reservations still waiting for just the right baby since December 2024. These babies have been offered to those reservations first before the rest of the wait list. I apologize for the wait but mother nature has had her own ideas of what should happen here.
These babies will be ready to go home approx April 5
Because I have had a few mom's not take , my breeding program is behind schedule. I have a few reservations still waiting for just the right baby since December 2024. These babies have been offered to those reservations first before the rest of the wait list. I apologize for the wait but mother nature has had her own ideas of what should happen here.
These babies will be ready to go home approx April 5
Norma Jean x Perseus Born3/5
Emiko x Truman Born 3/13
**** 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.
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...