Hedgehog Care Home / Hogilo

Details

The Hedgehog Care Home `Hogilo` hedgehog house is a purpose built nesting box and habitat for hedgehogs which can be used as a sheltered hedgehog feeder, if preferred.

It is an ideal house for injured or rescue hogs due to the design of the house, which allows for easy inspection and cleaning.

Features include:
• Manufactured from durable FSC timber and Recycled Plastic
• Wooden interior for `breathability` and condensation prevention
• Lid & sides made from recycled agricultural waste
• Lid easily swivels over to expose large inspection and cleaning hatch
• Lid incorporates wooden `plug` to insulate hatch aperture
• Overhanging roof and porch
• Raised battened feet to prevent rot
• Predator-resistant entrance
• Can be used as a safe feeding lounge

Siting: Locate within cover, out of prevailing wind. Pile leaves and short grass around the House plus two hand fulls of short dry grass and leaves inside the box to start nest. (Gloves should be worn to prevent the transfer of human scent)

Features: FSC timber and recyled plastic, attractive unique design. Please note that the colour can vary depending on the recycled material available

Specifications

Dimensions:
Height: 230 mm
Width: 520 mm
Depth: 400 mm

Weight:
3.40 kg

Delivery

Standard* free next working day delivery when you spend £30.00 & above to most of the UK. Certain outlying areas including The Highlands & Islands, may be subject to a surcharge and delivery might take up to 3 days. Please click here for full information.
Order before 3pm for Same Day Despatch.

Guarantee
This item is covered by our 45-Day Quality Promise.

FAQ's

Q: Do you have any information on Hedgehogs?

A: Yes we have a fantastic book full of information how to help Hedgehogs in your garden click here

Q: Is the Hogilo big enough for a mother and her hoglets?

A: Yes, the Hogilo will have enough room to house young as well as an adult hedgehog.

Q: Can you give me some advice on where to put a hedgehog house in my garden?

A: Hedgehogs readily take up residence in appropriate hedgehog houses and for the best chances of success they should be situated in a quiet part of the garden, preferably against a wall or fence out of direct sunlight. Make sure the entrance is sheltered to avoid being exposed to drafts and strong winds.Hedgehog houses may be used for winter hibernation, throughout the summer as lie-ups or, if you're very lucky, by a pregnant female making a nest to have her young in June.

Q: How can I ensure the safety of my visiting Hedgehogs against natural predators?

A: With wildlife you cannot 100% guarantee the safety of your visiting hedgehogs. Placing food in a shelter with an entrance hole of 4 and half inches will deter most predators. It is also a good idea to ensure that any shelter is weighted or pinned down so they cannot be tipped over by any larger or stronger garden visitors. Badgers will dig and climb so you may also wish to ensure your perimeter is as secure as possible, again leaving a small gap for the visitors.