Available Hedgehogs
prices average $250-300 based on sex, color, lineage, and personality
starter bag of food, information packet, & transport container included with hedgehog
Pedigree and lineage information are available to USDA licensed breeders. Pet homes receive a birth certificate.
All Payments are non-refundable.
Tax is added at checkout
Baby hedgehogscome with a 6 month congenital disease & lifetime WHS replacement warranty.
Pick-up options:
-Elizabeth City: Local pick-up available in Elizabeth City by prescheduled appointments only
-Rocky Mount: save travel time by meeting us in Rocky Mount NC, usually planned for the third Saturday of each month based on readiness of babies. (small travel fee required)
-Expo locations in NC, VA, & MD: pick-up can be scheduled at any of the expos we participate in.Ground transport available for an additional $250 via USDA registered ground transporter. Airlines shipping available to your nearest available airport for an additional $300.If you have questions about how transport works, please see our FAQ page or call us at 757-639-1134.
Rescues & Owner Surrenders: If you cannot fulfill the lifetime commitment of hedgehog ownership, please contact us to arrange relinquishment.
We reserve first right of refusal on all animals that are purchased or adopted from us.
Breeder sales are available through breeder association sale pages only.
*We reserve the right to deny, refuse, or cancel any sell at any time, for any reason deemed to be in the best interest of the animal.*
Babies listed below are Ready & Available!
PRICES
Regular pet prices start at $200-300. (prices below $200 are considered discounted)
Unless being shipped, each hedgehog will come with a starter packet that includes a travel container, food dish, water bottle, and small bag of food.
*We do offer complete cage set ups, heating kits, grooming supplies, and other accessories at additional cost for those that are interested. These must be purchased in advance.
RESERVING A HEDGIE
All individuals interested in purchasing from us must complete the prospective buyer form for approval prior to making a deposit. We may take up to 24 hours to review and reply. After approval, please call to check availability before you make a payment. Animals priced below $500 require pay in full. We do not hold any hedgehog without a payment or non-refundable deposit. If you choose to delay contacting us back after receiving approval of your prospective owner form, we cannot guarantee availability. Prospective buyer forms are good for 30 days, after which you must submit a new one for consideration.
WARRANTY
Regular priced hedgehogs born at Carolina Quillery are covered by a 6 month replacement warranty against congenital disease, lifetime replacement warranty against Wobbly Hedgehog Syndrome (WHS), positive identification microchipping (at our discretion), and lifetime support.
PEDIGREES & BREEDING RIGHTS
We do not sell any animals for breeding purposes without prior approval. All breeder sales are handled through association sale pages and interested breeders should contact us via those pages. All of our hedgehogs sold for breeding include documentation of our expressed approval with the animal's registered name, microchip identification (if microchipped), and pedigree.
SHIPPING
Shipping is available where hedgehogs are not prohibited by law. Prices vary based on method of travel. Each airlines has its own rates and requirements. Ground transport typically cost $200-250, including the required health certificate. Ground transport routes are limited and airlines have strict rules about what temperatures hedgehogs can be shipped at, so please check with us about available options prior to purchase. Buyer understands and assumes all risks associated with shipping. Carolina Quillery cannot be held responsible for the health or well being of any animal during shipping.
MEET PART WAY
For in state pick ups, we offer part way pick ups for an additional fee. We travel bimonthly to meet new owners for pick ups at one of our designated pick up locations in Rocky Mount and a few other destinations. Times and dates are scheduled to accommodate multiple pick ups and are based on our availability. Please call to discuss this option.
CAGE AND HEAT KIT OPTIONS
We are able offer a complete combo kit with a large cage set up with ALL the accessories needed for $200 or if you need only a heat source we offer a heat kit for $75 that includes heat source and a temperature control unit. Any kits must be ordered in advance.
PERSONALITIES, LIFE EXPECTANCY, COLORS, & MARKINGS
Personality, life expectancy, color and markings cannot be predicted and are not guaranteed. Photos are taken at early ages and updated periodically. Colorations and markings often change during the quilling process. Personalities and attitudes can develop and change based on environment, temperature, and handling habits. Life expectancy is at best an educated guess derived from various statistics provided by veterinarians, owners, breeders, and rescues.
SALES AND RETURNS
All sales are final. No refunds will be issued for any reason. Replacement warranties require a copy of veterinary records be emailed to us and a necropsy performed by Oregon State University confirming cause of death to be covered under our warranty and microchip identification number. All veterinary and laboratory expenses are the sole responsibility of the owner.
REFUSE OR CANCEL SALE
*We reserve the right to refuse or cancel the sale of any hedgehog, at anytime, for any reason. Our first priority is doing what is in the best interest of our hedgehogs.*
PROHIBITED STATES
Please note that hedgehogs are not legal in all areas. Hedgehog ownership is currently prohibited in California, Hawaii, New York City boroughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island), Pennsylvania, & Washington D.C. . Georgia residence must have a valid DNR permit/license to own a non-native exotic species. Please check with your state, city, and county ordinances to find out if there are any laws or regulations about owning exotic pets in your area before purchasing. In some areas a permit may be required. It is the responsibility of the buyer to determine the legality of hedgehog ownership in their area prior to purchase. We do not sell to citizens that reside in these areas.
APPOINTMENTS, VISITS, AND PICK UPS
No appointment or visit will be scheduled prior to receipt and review of a completed prospective buyer form. Appointments and visits are available most days from noon-6pm based on my availability. We do not schedule appointments, visits, or pick ups on holidays. Appointments take place outside therefore you should dress accordingly. Please limit the number of people you bring to your appointment. It is important we focus on supplying the buyer & new owner with essential information during appointments. We are happy to schedule meet & greets at another time for those friends that are simply curious and want to tag along to see the hedgies. If you arrive early, you will have to wait until your scheduled time. If you are more than 15 minutes late without notification by phone call, you will be charged a $20 late fee. If one hour or more late, you will be considered a no show and any reserved hedgehogs will be re-listed as available. No public restrooms. Government issued photo id is required for pick up. All new owners must have an appropriate temperature controlled cage prepared prior to us releasing the hedgehog to go home.
Things you should consider before purchasing a hedgehog:
Hedgehogs are pokey and can be uncomfortable to handle. It is something you will need to get used to.
Hedgehogs will poop on you, on your stuff, basically they are little poop machines. And no, you cannot train they not to do that.
Hedgehogs are nocturnal and no you cannot alter that. They will keep you up at night.
Hedgehogs will not seek out your affection and bonding requires time, patience, andpersistenceon the owners part. They are very independent, solitary animals, whos nature is not to desire or require companionship.
Attitudes andpersonalities are not predictable and may change through the stages of growth and maturing. A good owner is prepared to accept the good and the bad. (Affectionate and friendly personalities often take time to develop and should not be expect from a hedgehog that doesn't know you and hasn't yet learned to trust you.)
A hedgehog cannot be trained out of and will not change ordeviatefromits natural instincts for you or yourconvenience.They are a prey animal, so they are naturallyshy anddefensive little creatures. This is the naturalinstinct that is built in toprotect them frompredators.But they can be ajoy for an owner that understands a hedgehog's true nature and is notdeterred by a little huffing and puffing.
