🤣 Things My Hedgehogs Hate (and Won’t Forgive Me For)

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Posted May 26, 2025 | Humor & Real Talk


Hedgehogs may be small, but their grudges? HUGE.

These tiny queens and kings of the night have no problem letting you know when you’ve messed up their vibe.


Today, in the spirit of hedgehog honesty, I present a list of things my hedgehogs absolutely hate—complete with dramatic side-eye, huffing, and the kind of judgment only a quilled creature can deliver.

🛁 1. 

Baths (a.k.a. Quill Betrayal in Liquid Form)


“No, I don’t care that my feet are stained.

No, I will not ‘feel better’ after.

Yes, I will huff the entire time and plot your downfall while wrapped in a towel.”


Peanut used to give me the coldest post-bath stare. Aurora? She air-swims like she’s training for the Olympics and then hides under her liner for the rest of the day.

⏰ 2. 

Early Wake-Ups


They’re nocturnal. I get it.

But sometimes I need to do a midday check or a quick clean…


And the response?


“Ma’am. It is QUILL O’CLOCK. How DARE you.”


The sleepy huffs. The grumpy slow unballing. The “I’m awake but I won’t LOOK at you” attitude. 10/10 drama.

🧺 3. 

Changing Their Hide Location


You know what really shakes their tiny world?


MOVING. THE. HIDE.


It doesn’t matter if it’s 2 inches to the left or flipped around the other way.

I will be met with pure confusion and passive-aggressive burrowing for the next 48 hours.

💨 4. 

Unexpected Breezes / Air Conditioning


There could be a gentle, perfectly normal draft and suddenly my hedgehog is reenacting a survival movie.


They will dig, hide, huff, and shoot me a look that says, “Is this how I go?”

😒 5. 

Trying a New Liner or Bedding Texture


“Excuse me. Is this new fleece?

I was not consulted. I do not approve.

I shall now drag my poop across it in protest.”


I try to rotate textures and colors for enrichment, but clearly, not all changes are welcomed.

💁‍♀️ Honorable Mentions:

  • The smell of coffee (apparently very offensive)

  • Vacuuming anywhere in the house

  • Me singing along to the radio

  • The camera clicking while they’re mid-waddle

  • Offering the wrong treat first

  • Replacing their beloved toilet paper tube with a slightly different toilet paper tube

🦔 Final Thoughts


Being a hedgehog parent means accepting that you will be judged.

Daily. Often silently. Occasionally with a full-body huff.


And honestly? I love them even more for it.

Their sass is part of their charm—and even when they’re mad, they’re still the cutest little balls of attitude.

Want more hedgie sass, stories, and daily laughs?

Come hang out with us on @setarehhedgehogs where we celebrate the chaos, cuddles, and unforgivable offenses—like bathing.


With love + drama,

Heather

Setareh Hedgehogs | Quills & Cuddles Blog

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