Help Hedgehogs This Spring

As spring unfolds, hedgehogs emerge from hibernation having lost up to a third of their body weight. They are hungry and need to find food urgently. Local hedgehog rescues, such as Havenmore Hedgehog Rescue, have reported heartbreaking cases of hedgehogs arriving too weak to recover. To support the little animals during this critical period, providing fresh water and nutritious hedgehog food is essential.

At Britten & James, we offer high-quality hedgehog food formulated to meet their dietary needs. Our premium blend is high in meat content and enriched with essential vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Zinc, Iron, Manganese, Copper, Iodine, Selenium, and Antioxidants. It also contains the ideal calcium-to-phosphorus ratio for strong bones and healthy hedgehogs. Feeding hedgehogs a balanced diet like this helps replenish their energy reserves, preparing them for the busy months ahead.

Water is vital, but often forgotten! Hedgehogs need access to shallow fresh water in a heavy-bottomed bowl or saucer that they can easily climb in and out of.

Just two simple things—good-quality hedgehog food and fresh water—could save a hedgehog’s life.

If you'd like to do more, creating a hedgehog-friendly garden will encourage them to visit and maybe even nest. Hedgehog feeding stations help protect their food from other animals, ensuring they get the nourishment they need. Safe nesting areas and wildlife-friendly gardens also support natural foraging and shelter.

By taking these steps, with our healthy food for hedgehogs, you can help hedgehogs thrive in your area. Order today to enjoy up to 25% off and free UK mainland delivery.