Avoid cedar shavings. Cage furniture can be a box or flowerpot for hiding, and a shallow tub of water for swimming. Hedgehogs will use exercise wheels, however can get their feet caught in the wire rodent wheels. The wheels should be solid. The cage, bedding and toys should be kept clean.
Hedgehogs prefer dimmed lighting and quiet corners.
Hedgehogs should be monitored if let loose in the house as they can hide in very small areas and get lost. Captive diets should be high in protein and low in fat. Cat or dog foods do not seem to be adequate and should be supplemented. Fresh water should always be available in a hanging sipper bottle or a crock or low dish. Weigh hedgehogs monthly and never allow them to become obese.