Your boy is adorable! I too have a little boy and he truly is the love of my life. What wonderful animals they are. I would love to have a whole colony of them!
Tenrecs are so fascinating, thank you for this video! Could you show a video of Finn wandering about his cage? I've watched Chai (my african pygmy hedgehog) in her cage but would love to see a tenrec wandering about! :)
I love your videos! I never commented but I've been following them for a while, you have fantastic care for all your animals it amazes me to see someone with such passion and love for them! I also appreciate you being honest in telling people that you don't know everything about Tenrecs but you're so open to learning more and being able to teach people everything you do know. I personally wouldn't ever get a hedgehog, tenrec, or guinea pig because I find they aren't the right pets for me BUT I still love learning more about them and I enjoy and appreciate others through videos like yours :)
Thank you for this amazing info, we have 2 new Madagascar tenerecs 6 months old, here in south Africa we in winter, we had them 3 days and they not eating, i was so stressed until i watched your video. Its still stressful but i feel better knowing this. Im so in love they the cutest creations ever❤
Hey I am getting a tenrec next year and I want to know where is the best place to get tenrecs ? Adoptions , breeders , shops ?? I’ve found out breeders are hard to find ..
omg he's such a chill little dude, looking at his little beady eyes blinking as you talk is so freaking cute, he's just like "Mom is talking about me to the internet people, I be quiet and chill while she teaches"
Hi there ....I have two tenrecs and would love some help !. One eats ,is active and alert .the other doesn't eat for days ....doesn't wake up or move around even when he is held he will just not move . And recently they both stopped taking a sand bath and I can see their skin is drying and peeling . What can I do
One question about tenrecs: the reason I never got a Jeffie is because of what my mom likes to call "poop boots" where the poop builds up on their feet and you have to wash it off. I personally did not have a problem with cleaning it but the rest of my family is very squeamish and against poop lol but anyways, you mentioned that tenrecs clean themselves, do you still have to wash the poop off of their feet or is that not an issue?
+Madison Stone It isn't an issue usually! The only time I've ever noticed anything on Finn's feet is if his wheel isn't cleaned one night and he runs in poop. By the next night he has cleaned it off his feet in his sand bath :)
He is the cutest little thing I’ve ever seen. I’m not really prepared to have another reptile-like animal that requires reptile-like care so I probably won’t ever have one, or if I do I’ll be in my 40s. But they’re so interesting to see and learn about. It just makes me so sad when my animals go into a hibernation.
So cute! is he always that chill in your hand? my tenrec is so cute but he just runs, or sleeps. Nothing in between. I have a couple of questions: 1. Do we need to worry that he doesnt seem to eat AT ALL right now (torpor)? before he would wake up when he smelled food but not anymore. 2. Bonding tips for new owners of adult tennie (specially during torpor)? 3. Should I wake him up every other night or so, to bond, or let him sleep for months? 4. How do I get him to sit that calm in my hands and trust us...? He doesnt like to be held and we so long to hold him. Thank you.
Yeah, he's always fairly chill, but that is just his personality (: How old is your tenrec? That'd help me with your questions more, but I'll try my best! 1. It is generally normal, yes. Some go the entire time with no food. I'd add calcium to his water to be sure he is getting some extra nutrition because they do occasionally still drink. 2. During torpor, bonding really should just consist of cuddling. They'll pretty much sleep all the time, and it isn't great to keep they awake when they don't want to be awake, so letting him sleep on you would be beneficial. 3. You can get him out to hang out, but try not to deliberately awaken him for extended periods of time during torpor. I just get Finn out and let him sleep on me. He gets the benefit of spending time with me, but I'm not disturbing his sleep much. 4. That should come with time. You won't find much real bonding taking place right now, since he is in torpor. You'll have to start the actual bonding process when he's awake in the spring. You can try a bonding pouch as well, that may help. Some tenrecs are not as social as other and take time and handling to get there. :)
PugPibbleHedgie Thank you so much for answering :))) He is 1,5 years old according to the former owner. I introduced him to his bonding pouch today and he was a little suspicious but now sleeps happily in it :) I have noticed that if he feels us breathe close to him (like if we look into his pouch or hide) he starts to "hiss". Does it perhaps scare him that some large creature (me, lol) is so close? I thought he would recognize us by now, that we feed and pet him and not be so scared or irritated if we get close (dont know if he is angry or scared when he hisses). I so hope he will come around and become comfortable with us. He is increadibly cute, we so long to be able to chill with him like you do with Finn:) I've really been wondering something: How aware are tenrecs of their owners?like...do they recognize us, like a dog, cat or hamster does…? Do they LIKE being cuddled with in general, or just tolerate it? Very thankful for your support :)
They likely aren't - California's laws on exotic animals are quite tight. I'd call your local wildlife agency, they'll likely know or have the resources to find out!
I got a hedgehog the other day, and he is extremely shy and timid. He hisses and begins to curl up if we try to touch him. His first owner had gotten ill and could no longer care for him, so his nails are really long and hes pretty dirty... I want to clip them and give him a bath but he just gets so scared. I've been trying to bond with him/give him time , but does anyone have any advice?
Anna Lamperti as long as his nails aren't causing him discomfort I'd say it'd be ok to leave them for a day or two in order to bond more but sooner or later he definitely needs to get a bath and his nails clipped even if he's difficult
could you do like a comparison video between hedgehogs and tenrecs? I wanted a hedgehog but since watching your videos I feel like a tenrec might be a better pet for me personally
I was under the impression that tenrecs had high-ish humidity requirements? I've been considering keeping them in a bio-active setup, similar to a gecko setup, with large cork bark options, and isopods to eat, and also clean up their poop! I've been building and keeping reptiles on enclosures like this for years, and this is a mammal that seems to be an outstanding candidate for this. O_O
I have a question.. I currently have 2 hedgehogs, 1 snake, a sulcata tortoise, and a dog. I want to get a tenrec.. I have been doing research for a while. The only thing is... HOW MUCH ARE THEY!?
Yay sweet baby Finn😊❤️😍😘 thank you Tori for the helpful and informative on your beautiful tenric 😊❤️ awwww Finn is alway smileing soo adorable 😊❤️😍😘 do tearic's make sounds,squeaking?
My tenrecs sneezes and he already had this when I got him don't know what to do don't find any information.. I visit the vet but they don't know a lot and the breeder doesn't know either
I have been watching your videos for a while and have been wanting a hedgehog but I am waiting for the right time . I am 14 so my parents would like it to be not to difficult to care for , especially for when we go on holiday and have someone take care of it. I was just wondering, out of a tenrec or hedgehog which would be cheaper in the long run , and easier to care for?
PugPibbleHedgie thank you , I would probably stick to wanting a hedgehog although tenrecs are very cute :) I was wondering if it is possible for a hedgehog to live in a zoo zone 2 cage , I payed a lot for it and I don't think I would be able to get a different one due to my current set up
I literally just found out that tenrecs acctually exist...So are they like Rats and Ferrets where all genders get along for the most part or like mice where u cabt put 2 guys together but have to put 2 or more females together?
+Cherry Swan Tenrecs can be housed with the opposite sex outside of mating season, and females can be housed together year round. Males tend to fight. :)
OMG I've been searching and searching for a video to care about tenrec cause a dog kill their mom and my parents took her 8 children but we don't know how to take care of them.
+Keewee Girl I'm not sure! A lot of animals are illegal there. I'd check with the fish and game departments, or with any wildlife centers you have. They may know!
I won't be getting a tenrec anytime, don't have a huge interest in owning one (maybe in the future lol) But I was wondering if they could live in an Alexander hamster cage? I was looking over at my hamsters cage, and wondering this, as its a large cage and has the right bar spacing. Plus, Finn seems to be just a little bigger than a syrian. Slightly strange question haha, but now I really want to know.
Ah, okay. If I'm now being honest, I'd like to get a tenrec sometime (not for a while though) haha I was doing a bit of research on them and they seem like a really nice animal! Just need more space for a cage though lol
Hi tori I’m the girl who needed to know about the hedgehog heating pad situation also I can’t thank you enough for that reply I just wanted to let you know that I went to a local exotic pet shop called house of pets to look at the hedgehogs because I was interested in buying one and I found myself leaning more towards tenrecs and I had know idea which one I like better I’ve handle both of them recently and I feel like tenrecs are more relaxed and more cuddly as you said in some of your previous videos so in two weeks I’m buying a baby tenrec that I’ve been keeping my eye on and handling at the pet store and I was wondering if we could set up like some sort of communication because I trust you and the way you treat your animals and if there were something to go wrong I would like to ask for suggestions of something from you if that’s not to much trouble just let me know and I’ll keep you updated on how my baby is doing and I’ll keep watching your videos for more helpful tips thank you so much tori💛💛💛
My tenrec doesnt like insects. so far he refuses to eat anything but grainfree high protein catfood and sometimes raw minced meat. I've tried mealworms, crickets, raw and cooked chickenmeat, pork, banana...almost anything that I come across on the internet that people say is safe and that their tennys LIKE. My guy is picky. hmmm perhaps he will show more interest after torpor?
Good to no I went off on someone on Instagram thinking their tenrecs where hedge hogs and then the person respond whith they aren't hedge hogs and they like the wire wheel but they also have smooth wheels and I was like if it's not a hedge hog then what the heck is it so I looked up species that looks similar to hedge hogs that like wire wheels and clicked the first video and now I know I bit about them and hopefully won't do that again 😅
My Tenrec disappeared just before winter and then suddenly re-appeared in spring this year. He was so thirsty and hungry. Just glad he's back
Your boy is adorable! I too have a little boy and he truly is the love of my life. What wonderful animals they are. I would love to have a whole colony of them!
Tenrecs are so fascinating, thank you for this video!
Could you show a video of Finn wandering about his cage? I've watched Chai (my african pygmy hedgehog) in her cage but would love to see a tenrec wandering about! :)
ChaiHedgehog I can try at some point! He is nocturnal and tends to hide if there are any lights.
I love your videos! I never commented but I've been following them for a while, you have fantastic care for all your animals it amazes me to see someone with such passion and love for them! I also appreciate you being honest in telling people that you don't know everything about Tenrecs but you're so open to learning more and being able to teach people everything you do know.
I personally wouldn't ever get a hedgehog, tenrec, or guinea pig because I find they aren't the right pets for me BUT I still love learning more about them and I enjoy and appreciate others through videos like yours :)
AHH YOUR SHIRT TØP IS AMAZING AHHHH I PRACTICALLY SCREAMED WHEN I SAW IT!!!!! Great video btw!
Thank you for this amazing info, we have 2 new Madagascar tenerecs 6 months old, here in south Africa we in winter, we had them 3 days and they not eating, i was so stressed until i watched your video. Its still stressful but i feel better knowing this. Im so in love they the cutest creations ever❤
Sweet baby. Good for getting the right care out there!
Hey I am getting a tenrec next year and I want to know where is the best place to get tenrecs ? Adoptions , breeders , shops ?? I’ve found out breeders are hard to find ..
omg he's such a chill little dude, looking at his little beady eyes blinking as you talk is so freaking cute, he's just like "Mom is talking about me to the internet people, I be quiet and chill while she teaches"
Hi there ....I have two tenrecs and would love some help !.
One eats ,is active and alert .the other doesn't eat for days ....doesn't wake up or move around even when he is held he will just not move .
And recently they both stopped taking a sand bath and I can see their skin is drying and peeling .
What can I do
I’m planning on gettin a tenrec soon so this vid was amazing to watch and learn thank you sooooo much
*I LOVE YOUR SHIRT*
But fun is soooooo cute😊
Finn****
One question about tenrecs: the reason I never got a Jeffie is because of what my mom likes to call "poop boots" where the poop builds up on their feet and you have to wash it off. I personally did not have a problem with cleaning it but the rest of my family is very squeamish and against poop lol but anyways, you mentioned that tenrecs clean themselves, do you still have to wash the poop off of their feet or is that not an issue?
+Madison Stone It isn't an issue usually! The only time I've ever noticed anything on Finn's feet is if his wheel isn't cleaned one night and he runs in poop. By the next night he has cleaned it off his feet in his sand bath :)
He is the cutest little thing I’ve ever seen. I’m not really prepared to have another reptile-like animal that requires reptile-like care so I probably won’t ever have one, or if I do I’ll be in my 40s. But they’re so interesting to see and learn about. It just makes me so sad when my animals go into a hibernation.
what if you don't have winter and snow and cold seasons where you live, do they still do through torpor?
Can you do another giveaway of the carolina storm wheel and some snugglesnacks plus hides for reaching 8000 subs?
hey um i was wondering does a heat lamp need to be on 24/7? and does a UV light need to be on at all times if i supplement calcium in there water?
Have you ever considered getting sugar gliders? Im considering them myself but was curious if you had an opinion on them
What are some rebuttable breeders for a tenrec and do you know any in or around Texas?
So cute! is he always that chill in your hand? my tenrec is so cute but he just runs, or sleeps. Nothing in between.
I have a couple of questions:
1. Do we need to worry that he doesnt seem to eat AT ALL right now (torpor)? before he would wake up when he smelled food but not anymore.
2. Bonding tips for new owners of adult tennie (specially during torpor)?
3. Should I wake him up every other night or so, to bond, or let him sleep for months?
4. How do I get him to sit that calm in my hands and trust us...? He doesnt like to be held and we so long to hold him.
Thank you.
Yeah, he's always fairly chill, but that is just his personality (: How old is your tenrec? That'd help me with your questions more, but I'll try my best!
1. It is generally normal, yes. Some go the entire time with no food. I'd add calcium to his water to be sure he is getting some extra nutrition because they do occasionally still drink.
2. During torpor, bonding really should just consist of cuddling. They'll pretty much sleep all the time, and it isn't great to keep they awake when they don't want to be awake, so letting him sleep on you would be beneficial.
3. You can get him out to hang out, but try not to deliberately awaken him for extended periods of time during torpor. I just get Finn out and let him sleep on me. He gets the benefit of spending time with me, but I'm not disturbing his sleep much.
4. That should come with time. You won't find much real bonding taking place right now, since he is in torpor. You'll have to start the actual bonding process when he's awake in the spring. You can try a bonding pouch as well, that may help. Some tenrecs are not as social as other and take time and handling to get there. :)
PugPibbleHedgie
Thank you so much for answering :)))
He is 1,5 years old according to the former owner. I introduced him to his bonding pouch today and he was a little suspicious but now sleeps happily in it :)
I have noticed that if he feels us breathe close to him (like if we look into his pouch or hide) he starts to "hiss". Does it perhaps scare him that some large creature (me, lol) is so close? I thought he would recognize us by now, that we feed and pet him and not be so scared or irritated if we get close (dont know if he is angry or scared when he hisses).
I so hope he will come around and become comfortable with us. He is increadibly cute, we so long to be able to chill with him like you do with Finn:)
I've really been wondering something: How aware are tenrecs of their owners?like...do they recognize us, like a dog, cat or hamster does…? Do they LIKE being cuddled with in general, or just tolerate it?
Very thankful for your support :)
Hey I was wondering if anyone can answer this question are tenrecs legal in California I was looking and I can't find anything
They likely aren't - California's laws on exotic animals are quite tight. I'd call your local wildlife agency, they'll likely know or have the resources to find out!
Do Tenrecs smell? And if yes, how much? Would a 100 qm Flat with high ceilings smell with a pet temrec?
He’s so still!
Hey there - Can I ask how often a hedgehog 🦔 needs his/her nails trimmed? Thanks in advance!
As needed (: There isn’t a set schedule
PugPibbleHedgie thanks, but usually how often in a year would you do it?
Where do you get them?
Hello :) my sweet tenrec doesn’t even like his baths? It’s been 3 months & Ik growing concerned :( should I try a dust instead of sand? .-.
I would not use dust with a tenrec personally. I’d stick with sand.
Where did you get your Tenrec? Where would be the easiest place to get one?
I got a hedgehog the other day, and he is extremely shy and timid. He hisses and begins to curl up if we try to touch him. His first owner had gotten ill and could no longer care for him, so his nails are really long and hes pretty dirty... I want to clip them and give him a bath but he just gets so scared. I've been trying to bond with him/give him time , but does anyone have any advice?
Anna Lamperti as long as his nails aren't causing him discomfort I'd say it'd be ok to leave them for a day or two in order to bond more but sooner or later he definitely needs to get a bath and his nails clipped even if he's difficult
Do tenrecs grow any bigger than your tenrec is this video? Ive been told that my tenrec will get quite big.
Lesser tenrecs stay small (which is what mine is) but there are maaany species of tenrecs and they vary in size.
@@ToriLynnPPH thank you Tori much appreciate it 🥰❤
could you do like a comparison video between hedgehogs and tenrecs? I wanted a hedgehog but since watching your videos I feel like a tenrec might be a better pet for me personally
I plan to put a comparison video out in July. :)
I was under the impression that tenrecs had high-ish humidity requirements? I've been considering keeping them in a bio-active setup, similar to a gecko setup, with large cork bark options, and isopods to eat, and also clean up their poop!
I've been building and keeping reptiles on enclosures like this for years, and this is a mammal that seems to be an outstanding candidate for this. O_O
Hamsters would be great for a bioactive as well, believe it or not. They thrive in naturalistic enclosures and love buggy snacks 😁
I have a question..
I currently have 2 hedgehogs, 1 snake, a sulcata tortoise, and a dog.
I want to get a tenrec.. I have been doing research for a while. The only thing is... HOW MUCH ARE THEY!?
Yay sweet baby Finn😊❤️😍😘 thank you Tori for the helpful and informative on your beautiful tenric 😊❤️ awwww Finn is alway smileing soo adorable 😊❤️😍😘 do tearic's make sounds,squeaking?
Nicole Bezanson They mostly just squeak when mating :)
I really love your RUclips channel and your cage setups! Are tenrecs friendlier than hedgehogs? Finn is adorable :D
+A Shadow Beast I have a video on the differences between tenrecs and hedgehogs that might be helpful! :) But generally, yes, they’re more social.
thank you! I have a hedgehog and she's adorable and just recently I've been looking into tenrecs a little bit. Thanks again! xx
Can you take him out of torpor or keep them from going into torpor
I’ve heard of some people attempting to but I let Finn go through his natural cycles so I’ve never tried.
Do cages with bars like the ones in you background work for a tenrec?
+Super Shepherd Yes, my tenrec is on one of those :)
My tenrecs sneezes and he already had this when I got him don't know what to do don't find any information.. I visit the vet but they don't know a lot and the breeder doesn't know either
do you know when youll be making the hedgie vs tenric video?
I don't have a specific time planned for it, but I'm hoping for it to go up in July!
I've been waiting for this video😍😍😍😍
I have been watching your videos for a while and have been wanting a hedgehog but I am waiting for the right time . I am 14 so my parents would like it to be not to difficult to care for , especially for when we go on holiday and have someone take care of it. I was just wondering, out of a tenrec or hedgehog which would be cheaper in the long run , and easier to care for?
nothing interesting Hedgehogs are significantly cheaper than tenrecs. Care for hedgehogs is generally easier, but bonding with a tenrec is easier.
PugPibbleHedgie thank you , I would probably stick to wanting a hedgehog although tenrecs are very cute :) I was wondering if it is possible for a hedgehog to live in a zoo zone 2 cage , I payed a lot for it and I don't think I would be able to get a different one due to my current set up
If a tenrec climbs high is there a possibility of it falling and hurting themSelf?
+Dev It is always possible, but it's fairly unusual for them to fall. Their grip is incredibly strong for how little they are.
I literally just found out that tenrecs acctually exist...So are they like Rats and Ferrets where all genders get along for the most part or like mice where u cabt put 2 guys together but have to put 2 or more females together?
+Cherry Swan Tenrecs can be housed with the opposite sex outside of mating season, and females can be housed together year round. Males tend to fight. :)
PugPibbleHedgie Thank You!!
OMG I've been searching and searching for a video to care about tenrec cause a dog kill their mom and my parents took her 8 children but we don't know how to take care of them.
Can you own them in California?! Dying to know
+Keewee Girl I'm not sure! A lot of animals are illegal there. I'd check with the fish and game departments, or with any wildlife centers you have. They may know!
1:36 that little wince :)
I have a hedgehog but I really want a Tenrec I've wanted one for a while now
does he have tail ?
I won't be getting a tenrec anytime, don't have a huge interest in owning one (maybe in the future lol) But I was wondering if they could live in an Alexander hamster cage? I was looking over at my hamsters cage, and wondering this, as its a large cage and has the right bar spacing. Plus, Finn seems to be just a little bigger than a syrian. Slightly strange question haha, but now I really want to know.
Lauren Kelly I'm not really familiar with that cage, but in theory if it's suitable for a syrian it could be suitable for a Tenrec :)
I wouldn't say the Alexander has adequate height space for a lesser tenrec :)
Ah, okay. If I'm now being honest, I'd like to get a tenrec sometime (not for a while though) haha I was doing a bit of research on them and they seem like a really nice animal! Just need more space for a cage though lol
Lauren Kelly they do look great:) if all goes to plan I should be getting one at the end of June😀
i have one her name is blossom it is the same bread as fin
I have the same tøp shirt
how old do they get? :)
+Maja Blomsterberg 10-15 years is what most people go by, though it isn't unheard of them reaching older years.
Hi tori I’m the girl who needed to know about the hedgehog heating pad situation also I can’t thank you enough for that reply I just wanted to let you know that I went to a local exotic pet shop called house of pets to look at the hedgehogs because I was interested in buying one and I found myself leaning more towards tenrecs and I had know idea which one I like better I’ve handle both of them recently and I feel like tenrecs are more relaxed and more cuddly as you said in some of your previous videos so in two weeks I’m buying a baby tenrec that I’ve been keeping my eye on and handling at the pet store and I was wondering if we could set up like some sort of communication because I trust you and the way you treat your animals and if there were something to go wrong I would like to ask for suggestions of something from you if that’s not to much trouble just let me know and I’ll keep you updated on how my baby is doing and I’ll keep watching your videos for more helpful tips thank you so much tori💛💛💛
Can tenrec's eat earthworms?
+Super Shepherd Yes, as long as they are feeder worms and not from outside or something like that. :)
Awwwww Fin is soooooooooooooooo cute!!! OMG I love him!!😍😍😍😍😍
Just curious-what Harry Potter character is Finn named after? He's so cute!!.
+Allie Woog Seamus Finnigan! :)
PugPibbleHedgie Awww!❤️
Omg he is adorable I'm dying
How can you tell if they are a boy or a girl
DNA test, or when they’re older sometimes you can tell by their face.
Are you going to get a sugar glider soon?
Kaitlyn Anderson Hahah, no! Not anytime soon at least!
Question for anyone experienced in the comments: Should I get a Hedgehog or a Tenrec?
My tenrec doesnt like insects. so far he refuses to eat anything but grainfree high protein catfood and sometimes raw minced meat. I've tried mealworms, crickets, raw and cooked chickenmeat, pork, banana...almost anything that I come across on the internet that people say is safe and that their tennys LIKE.
My guy is picky. hmmm perhaps he will show more interest after torpor?
what are the background noises? XD
My neighbors kids! LOL
also your tenrec videos and hedgehog videos are very helpful!
He's so cute 💕😩
I want a tenrec I have one at college😍😍
Water bottle or bowl
Hamsterfishdiglover Andmouse Tenrecs can only have bowls :)
Good to no I went off on someone on Instagram thinking their tenrecs where hedge hogs and then the person respond whith they aren't hedge hogs and they like the wire wheel but they also have smooth wheels and I was like if it's not a hedge hog then what the heck is it so I looked up species that looks similar to hedge hogs that like wire wheels and clicked the first video and now I know I bit about them and hopefully won't do that again 😅
Yay!! Zero dislikes!!😀
TWENTY ONE PILOTS YESSSS AND V CUTE HEDGEHODGE BUT TØP THO YES GIRL YES
Wow Tenrecs are so teeny!
Lifespan?
10-15 years.
thanks for telling me im getting one call princes feona the are cute 🥺🥰
I want a pet tenrec
Omg he looks fake! Lol so cute ❤️
It's so cute!!! People eat that animal in Mauritius 🤦♂️
Tiny li'l spikey boi
That’s a weird looking cat