An animal shelter volunteer has shared her surprise after six baby hedgehogs were born under her care. Kay Clark, 71, was ...

The six hoglets were born at an animal shelter after its mother was taken in [Pawz for Thought] An animal shelter volunteer has shared her surprise after six baby hedgehogs were born under her care.

After mating, the male hedgehog doesn’t stick around. “The females are left with all the work,” says Sophie, “bringing up the hoglets.” A female usually gives birth to around four or ...