Guide de Nutrition Expert Hérisson

Guide de Nutrition Hérisson 2026

African Pygmy Hedgehogs are primarily insectivores, but in captivity, a high-quality, low-fat cat food serves as the nutritional base. Insects are offered as supplements and enrichment. Obesity is the biggest dietary concern — hedgehogs are prone to weight gain.

Réponse Rapide

Un régime équilibré pour hérisson nécessite le bon mélange de protéines, de graisses, de vitamines et de minéraux. Parcourez nos guides de régime ci-dessous pour des conseils spécifiques à l'étape de vie et à l'état.

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1-2 tbsp

Cat food per day

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<15%

Max fat in food

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30%+

Protein needed

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3-5

Insects as treats per day

Aperçu des Besoins Nutritionnels

Hedgehogs are insectivores that benefit from a base diet of high-quality, low-fat cat kibble supplemented with live insects. They are extremely prone to obesity and fatty liver disease, so calorie control is essential. Most dedicated "hedgehog food" is actually inferior to quality cat food.

⚡ Nutriments Essentiels

Protéines

Should be the primary macronutrient at 30-35%. Must come from animal sources (chicken, turkey).

Meilleures Sources : Quality cat kibble, mealworms, crickets

Fibres

Hedgehogs need moderate fiber (around 15%) for digestion, partly obtained from insect chitin.

Meilleures Sources : Insect exoskeletons, cat food fiber content

Chitin

Found in insect exoskeletons. Provides unique fiber and is a natural part of the hedgehog diet.

Meilleures Sources : Mealworms, crickets, dubia roaches

🚫 Aliments à Éviter

Dairy & Milk

Hedgehogs are lactose intolerant. The old myth of leaving milk out for hedgehogs is harmful.

Raisins frais et secs

Potentially toxic — can cause kidney damage.

Raw Meat & Eggs

Risk of Salmonella and other bacterial infections.

Nuts & Seeds

Choking hazard and too high in fat. Can get stuck on the roof of the mouth.

Avocat

Toxic to hedgehogs. Can cause respiratory distress.

Types de Régime & Guides

Guides de régime détaillés à venir bientôt !

💡Conseils d'Alimentation Pro

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Use high-quality cat kibble with protein over 30% and fat under 15% as the base diet

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Offer 1-2 tablespoons of kibble per night (hedgehogs are nocturnal eaters)

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Supplement with 3-5 live insects per day (mealworms, crickets) for enrichment

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Weigh your hedgehog weekly — obesity is the most common health problem

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Remove uneaten fresh food each morning to prevent spoilage

Questions Fréquemment Posées

Why cat food instead of hedgehog food?▼

Most commercial hedgehog foods have poor ingredient quality — fillers, excess fat, and insufficient protein. A high-quality cat food with chicken as the first ingredient, 30%+ protein, and under 15% fat provides better nutrition.

How many insects should I feed?▼

Offer 3-5 insects per day as supplements, not the main diet. Mealworms are popular but high in fat — mix in crickets and dubia roaches for variety. Insects should be captive-bred, not wild-caught (pesticide risk).

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Sources de confiance : AAFCO, AVMA Nutrition

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