Available Animals

The following animals are all available for adoption/ currently undergoing their observation period to see if suitable for adoption . For more details on each animal and to apply for adoption scroll down below.

Please note to adopt one of our lovely hedgehogs or tenrecs there is an adoption donation of £80 for those under 6 months, £70 for those under 12 months old, £60 for those over 12 months and £40 for our Golden Oldies (4 years + APH only). For Long Eared hedgehogs the adoption donation is set at £100. This donation allows for the rescue to intake more hedgehogs and tenrecs in need and allow essential veterinary access to those who need it. 

Available to Adopt

Ralph

Location: Reading
Age:  1 year 3 months
Species: African Pygmy Hedgehog

About:  Joined Happy Quills 23/12/24. Loves his wheel and sitting on your shoulder like a parrot. Likes to be held, but not so keen on stroking (his foster carer is working on this). Not a fan of bugs, doesnt like to be interupted eating or being woken before 9pm. Gets very enthusatic about licking, so be careful of those finger nips. Tries it on with his huffiness, so more suited to a confident/experienced owner

Suitable for:  Confident or experienced owner 

Price:  £60

Under Observation

Hedgy

Location: London
Age:  Estimated 1-2 years old
Species: African Pygmy Hedgehog

About:  Joined Happy Quills 11/1/25. He is a teeny 280g, so his foster carer is trying to fatten him up. He is also suffering dry skin which they are working on. Age not known, looking at variety of factors we estimate over 1 but no older than 2. Very friendly and trusting little guy. Due to weight and skin issues Hedgy will be under observation longer than the normal two week period.

Suitable for:  Any

Price:  £60

Under Observation

Polly Pocket

Location: Burnley
Age:  2 years old
Species: African Pygmy Hedgehog

About:  Joined Happy Quills 11/2/25. Polly is underweight at 290g due to dental issues, namely gingivitis, plus  she has a lump in her mouth that is getting checked out by the vet on 21/2/25 after she has put on a bit of weight. She is currently on antibiotics and painkillers until her next appointment for a biopsy. Once we have vet advise we will be able to assess the next steps with Polly. Will not be available for some time/may end up permanent. Very friendly little girl.

Suitable for:  Any

Price:  TBC

Standards we require before applications

APH Requirements

Minimum Set up to Adopt or Foster:

  • Vivarium 4ft x 18 x 18
  • Ceramic Heat Emitter (CHE) Set Up, including:
    • Holder
    • 100w Bulb
    • Safety Cover
    • Thermostat
    • Digital Thermometer
  • Substrate - e.g. Fleece, Carefresh, Puppy Pads
  • At least One:
    • Bed
    • Tunnel
    • Pouch
  • Toys, Forage Tray or Mat
  • Bucket Wheel
    • We recommend Carolina Storm, Tic Tac, Squazlehogs, or Speedyhogs
  • Water Bowl, Kibble Bowl, and live food/fresh food bowl

LEH Requirements

Minimum Set up to Adopt or Foster:

  • Vivarium 4ft x 2ft x 18, preferably larger vivarium
  • Playpen or space for free roaming - Essential
  • Ceramic Heat Emitter (CHE) Set Up, including:
    • Holder
    • 100w Bulb
    • Safety Cover
    • Thermostat
    • Digital Thermometer
  • Substrate - e.g. finacard, paper based, aspen shavings and hemp bedding
  • At least one bed/hide
  • At least one tunnel
  • Plenty of stimulating toys - e.g. treat dispensers, forage boxes, forage mats, etc.
  • Bucket wheel 12" - 16", 12" minimum, ideally the biggest one you can fit in your enclosure 
  • Water Bowl, Kibble Bowl, and live food/fresh food bowl

Tenrec Requirements

Minimum Set Up to Adopt or Foster:

  • Vivarium 4ft x 18 x 18
  • Ceramic Heat Emitter (CHE) Set Up, including:
    • Holder
    • 100w Bulb
    • Safety Cover
    • Thermostat
    • Digital Thermometer
  • Substrate - e.g. Beech chips or bark chips
  • At least two:
    • Hides
    • Tunnels
    • Climbing equipment, cork logs or similar
  • Sand bath, including play or reptile sand
  • Large hamster wheel or mesh wheel
  • Water Bowl, Kibble Bowl, and live food/fresh food bowl

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