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Anybody seen the plush hedgie at Target? It's bright pink and fairly large (say around 6-8" tall/long). I can't find it on Target.com but I KNOW I saw it the other night when I was working over in the toy department. It was rather cute, although bright pink. Will have to remember to take my...

Thought this could be a thread for everyone to post pics of the cuties when they finally get to their destinations. :) :useless:

This thread is for those who have or would like to be considered for adoption of the rescues.

This thread is for information pertaining to the railroad of the rescues. Please limit posts in this section to that topic only. Please also remember, until the applicants for adoption have been approved, any and all railroad routes may change somewhat. It is most definitely not set in stone.

This thread is primarily for Rick to post Updates and News about the progression of the Rescue operation. Please limit comments in this thread.

I posted this in the "Snow" thread but thought I'd get better response if it was in it's own little thread...so please guys - get to making me some snow angels! Okay - got a request for some of you that have snow. I have a friend in Mobile, Alabama who lost her daughter suddenly about a month...

The chinchilla community will not be the same without you. You will truly be missed. Many thoughts and prayers being sent in the direction of you and your family. Personal note - I spent at least 30 mins with Edgar at one of the very first shows I went to in Mansfield a few years ago. He...

From 11/5/09 forward, if you have a website and you are adding your name to this list, please go ahead and make a link to it by highlighting your name after you've typed it, then click on the little icon at the top of the message window that looks like a globe with a chain on it, so others may...

This is a wall pot - not one of the Leaded pots....fear not. Check out what I grew!

So here we go, my greatly overdue reintroduction to chinnies. We have Midnight from Becky hanging out in a hammock (I think she must like it there, as she really didn't move from the hammock all day today.) And we have Pepsi (AKA CC) from Peg Continued!!!

Written by jandshyne: Is action usually taken and if so how?? Yes, however there is a procedure in place that begins with written warnings, and ends in fines and this can be a very long process. Sometimes action can’t be taken immediately or at all or it can seem to the lay person that no...

Written by jandshyne: What do you do if you see a breeding facility, pet store, wholesaler, mill, zoo, or other organization not following the USDA Animal Welfare Act regulations?? If you do something about this what will the USDA do?? These are questions commonly asked and we will do our best...

Written by jandshyne: Q: What types of things will a USDA inspector look for? A: That varies a great deal from inspector to inspector. The USDA has no real printed requirements specifically for exotics so each individual inspector will generally have their own preferences. That being said the...

Written by jandshyne: USDA Licensing Requirements - Part 1 There are a huge amount of questions surrounding USDA licensing requirements and the scope of the authority of the USDA. They are always changing and are most definitely open to the interpretation of the various inspectors and the...

Written by jandshyne: Bath Time and Nail Clipping Time: It’s a given at some point during the course of your hedgehog companionship you will be faced with bathing and nail clipping. The easiest way to achieve the intended result is to clip nails while bathing. Hedgehogs will not ball up in the...

Written by jandshyne: A Trusted, Responsible Pet Sitter: If you go on vacation you must make sure your Hedgehog has its food, water, free time, and treats, since you won’t be there to do so you will need a trusted pet sitter. It’s never ok to leave your Hedgehog home and unattended for more...

Written by jandshyne: A Wheel and Toys: Hedgehogs love to wheel! Wheels are an important part of a hedgehog’s life. They allow them to get the right amount of exercise and keep them looking and feeling their best. Your wheel should be of sturdy construction (some adult hedgehogs can get quite...

Written by jandshyne: A Cage or other suitable enclosure: Some hedgie caretakers are happy to let their hedgies free roam in a room of their house. This is acceptable providing your hedgie’s safety has been considered to the fullest extent. If you choose to allow your hedgie to be a free...

Written by jandshyne: Is a Hedgehog the Right Pet for Me? There are several points to consider when deciding if a hedgehog is the right pet for you. You will get poked. If you are wondering whether or not you will get poked if you pick a hedgehog to join your family, rest assured at some...

Written by jandshyne: What is a Hedgehog? Hedgehogs are an insectivorous animal found in many areas throughout the world. There are several species of hedgehog and they are native to most regions of the world. They have been successfully introduced to some habitats they weren’t originally...