10 Reasons Why Hedgehogs Make The Best College Pets
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10 Reasons Why Hedgehogs Make The Best College Pets

Forget the goldfish, get a hedgehog.

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10 Reasons Why Hedgehogs Make The Best College Pets
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When we head off to college, many of us find that we miss our pets from home. Consequently, every college student starts looking for a pet to fill that void. In the recent years, the pygmy hedgehog has made a jump in popularity as a pet. Here's why you should consider passing up the typical goldfish or cat companion and get a hedgehog.

1. He will come to class with you

His small size allows him to fit into your backpack and tendency to sleep during the day means he will stay quiet.


2. He can stay home alone for the weekend -- or the whole week

For all those weekends you travel home or road trip with friends, you don’t have to worry about finding a babysitter because he can take care of himself for a couple of days.


3. Or he can be your travel buddy

If you decide you want to take him with on your road trips, he will enjoy the ride. Turn up the heat on the defroster and he will chill on the dashboard for hours.


4. He makes a good “interesting fact” on the first day of class

For all of those times you have to tell an interesting fact about yourself the “I have a Hedgehog” fact will save you.


5. He will share your love of coffee

Just like any other animal without manners, he will be interested in everything you are eating.


6. He will help you with homework

Sometimes a homework buddy is hard to come by, but having a Hedgehog always guarantees you’ll be in company.


7. He will cuddle with you

Despite his prickles, he will love to burrow in your blankets and cuddle up.

8. He eats cat food, so if you have a cat, you’re in luck

They can share food, but don’t try to make them friends.


9. He is just like us college kids -- sleepy during the day and wide awake at night

His nocturnal habits mirror ours and make it easy to spend quality time with one another once the sun goes down.


10. Your ownership of a hedgehog will make many people happy.

Meeting a hedgehog is on so many people’s bucket lists these days. So, if you get a hedgehog, share him and make someone’s dream come true.
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