Why Is My Hedgehog Wobbly
It Often Starts with Ataxia (Loss of Full Control) or Paresis (Muscular Weakness Caused by Nerve Damage or Disease) in the Hind Legs. This Is Most Evident...
It often starts with ataxia (loss of full control) or paresis (muscular weakness caused by nerve damage or disease) in the hind legs. This is most evident initially by the “wobble” the hedgehog has when it is trying to stand still.
What does it mean when a hedgehog wobbles?
It often starts with ataxia (loss of full control) or paresis (muscular weakness caused by nerve damage or disease) in the hind legs. This is most evident initially by the “wobble” the hedgehog has when it is trying to stand still.
How do you treat wobbly hedgehog syndrome?
Treatment for WHS is supportive care; helping the hedgehog remain upright using towels, making food and water easier to access or hand feeding, and cleaning after the hedgehog as soiled itself. There is no cure for WHS. Prognosis is grave and euthanasia is recommended when quality of life is poor.
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