Who is in danger if a dog meets a hedgehog: few people think about this

16.04.2024 11:39
Updated: 12.05.2024 23:40

While walking their dogs in the park, pet owners rarely think about the consequences of their pet's encounter with a hedgehog.

Who might suffer as a result of this meeting? Let's look into this in more detail.

Dogs often try to play with hedgehogs. Small breeds can jump around the forest dweller, and large dogs can eat the hedgehog.

Of course, in all cases the hedgehog may suffer, but dogs may also have a hard time.

For example, a large dog trying to take a hedgehog into its mouth can injure its oral cavity. In addition, the needles can get into the digestive tract. This can lead to death.

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Hedgehogs can also become carriers of diseases that are fatal to dogs.

If your pet has encountered a hedgehog and has been pricked by its needles, you should immediately take it to the vet.

To prevent unpleasant situations, it is important to supervise your dog during walks and not allow it to come into contact with hedgehogs.

Now you know about the consequences of a hedgehog meeting a dog.

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