Everyone sees those super cute Insta pics of hedgehogs, but their looks aren't the only great thing about them. My hedgehog, Niffie, is my BFF and being away from her at school sucks. If you're thinking about getting a hedgehog this list will help makeup your mind.

1. They love to cuddle

Yes, they're prickly but that doesn't mean they don't like to cuddle. My fav thing to do is turn on my latest Netflix obsession and just cuddle with my baby.

2. You can train them to use a litter box

Just take their poop and put it in the litter box, eventually, they'll just start going there. It makes clean up so much easier.

3. They (sometimes) love baths

My hedgie will always open right up to the sound of running water, I love the sound of her little feet walking around in the bath.

4. They love to explore

Just let them run around, it's so much fun to watch them discover new things.

5. They anoint

I thought my hedgehog was dying the first time they did this. Really though they just take a smell of something they find interesting and spit it onto their backs so they can remember it later. It's super interesting to watch.

6. Honestly, they're just great pets

Hedgehogs are just so cute and funny. How can you resist those cute little faces?