1 To preserve and improve the quality of the species, and to keep track of the progress of our efforts. 2 To improve knowledge of inherited traits, toward the goal of eliminating those characteristics that have a negative impact on hedgehog longevity and health and increasing those traits that enhance the species. 3 To track the demographics and distribution of pet hedgehogs. 4 To connect hedgehog owners and breeders with one another, to the enhancement of the hedgehog community. |