Seeking Advice for Rescuing an Injured Hedgehog

[kevincalori]

Hello everyone,

I recently came across an injured hedgehog in my backyard and I need guidance on how to care for it. The hedgehog has a small wound on its back and appears to be limping,; with some minor scrapes on its legs. While the injury doesn’t seem severe; it is concerning.

The hedgehog is quite lethargic and in pain. It isn’t as active as usual and has shown little interest in food or water. I found it in a garden area with dense underbrush and have placed it in a large,; safe box with a soft blanket for comfort.

I provided a shallow dish of water and some cat food to see if it will eat, and I’ve kept the box in a quiet; warm area to minimize stress. I am unsure of the next steps and would appreciate any advice on how to proceed.

I need guidance on immediate care for the injury, the best diet to aid in recovery, and when to seek help from a wildlife rehabilitator / vet.

Thank you for any tips you can provide.

[Nic]

If anyone finds a sick or injured hedgehog, the best thing to do is contact their nearest carer (contact details of your nearest hedgehog carer/rehabilitator can be obtained by ringing BHPS – Tel. No. at the bottom of this page) and follow their advice.

[stef]

As Nic has said please contact your nearest carer asap.

People often try to help the hogs themselves and it usually ends in the hog dying.
Your hog sound like it is already on death’s door and needs urgent help.
Wounds will almost certainly need treating and antibiotics and pain relief which you won’t have access to.
In addition stress makes the normal burden of parasites a hog carries go out of sync which causes extra strain/death

Please contact your nearest carer/vet urgently

[Author]

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