One of the newest fad creatures in America is this adorable little ball of love. Hedgehogs, which actually do live in hedges in the wild, are being domesticated all over America right now. But what's the hype?

Well, they float in water.

I'm sorry, but what is cooler than a cute little floating ball of cuddles?

Even when they look frustrated hedgehogs are adorable.

I mean look at his little punk face and punk spikes. He's the cutest.

What's cuter than a mildly annoyed hedgehog? Muffin Hedgehog.

Even better, baby hedgehog muffins. Too adorable.

Hedgehogs love lattes.

Okay, that's not true. But look how cute he is in the cup!!

Giving a hedgehog a bath is love.

There's just something about brushing a hedgehog with a toothbrush that makes it seem like a toy rather than a pet.

Hedgehogs are cute no matter what.

Oh you wanted to make tea but your hedgehog is in the pot? I guess you'll have to wait until he's done because he's too cute to move.

Wait a minute. Pizza?

Yes, I know hedgehogs don't eat pizza, but look how cute he is just sniffin'.

Birthday parties are a classy affair.

I mean this is by choice but, who doesn't love throwing a birthday party for a pet? And how much cuter would it be if that pet was a hedgehog? Let's be honest.

Babies are always cuter.

Just look at how little the cute little baby hedgehog is!

All of the hedgehog things!!

Also, for people like me who have wanted a hedgehog for 100 years, now is the time my friends. All the mainstream attention to these sweet little babies means there are cute accessories for you and your hedgehog all over Etsy.

So for anyone trying to justify the idea of buying a cute little hedgehog to love, cuddle, and play with forever, there is no need to look any farther. Hedgehogs are perfect.