Commitment

The protection of hedgehogs and the promotion of biodiversity are only possible together. Many people, organizations and companies support the work of Igelhilfe Schweiz in different ways.

Whether through practical help, professional cooperation or financial support – every commitment contributes to preserving habitats for hedgehogs and helping injured animals.

Supporter

The work of Hedgehog Relief Switzerland is made possible by numerous supporters. Private individuals, companies and organizations help with donations, contributions in kind or personal commitment.

This support helps us, among other things:

  • care for injured and weakened hedgehogs
  • Spreading knowledge about hedgehog protection
  • Promote biodiversity projects
  • preserve near-natural habitats


We would like to thank all the people and institutions who support our work.

Partner

The protection of wild animals and habitats is best achieved through cooperation. Hedgehog Aid Switzerland therefore works together with various partners.

These include, for example:

  • Horticultural company
  • Communities and organizations
  • Specialists from nature conservation and environmental protection
  • Vets and specialist agencies


Together, projects to promote biodiversity can be implemented and sustainable solutions for near-natural habitats can be developed.

Helping out

There are many ways to get involved in hedgehog conservation.

For example, you can:

  • Design your garden close to nature
  • Promoting biodiversity areas
  • Supporting projects and initiatives
  • Passing on information about hedgehog protection


Even small measures can make an important contribution and help to improve habitats for hedgehogs and other animals.

Blog

On the Hedgehog Help Switzerland blog you will find regular articles about:

  • Hedgehog conservation and biodiversity
  • Projects and initiatives
  • Insights into the work of the hedgehog station
  • Tips for natural gardens
  • Current topics from nature and animal protection


The blog is intended to impart knowledge, share experiences and sensitize people to the protection of our native wildlife.

Two very young hedgehogs with short, light-colored spines lie next to each other in the open hand of a person, while a blue cloth can be seen in the background.

Hedgehogs now classified as an endangered species in Switzerland

The Western European hedgehog is becoming increasingly rare - an alarming sign for the state of our nature. For the first time, it has been classified as "potentially endangered" on
A lateral X-ray of an adult hedgehog, taken at the hedgehog station. The skeleton with ribs, spine and skull are clearly visible. Such examinations help Igel-Hilfe Schweiz to quickly identify and treat internal injuries or illnesses.

The hedgehog no longer has a chance

Hedgehogs are among the most popular wild animals in Europe. But despite their popularity and sympathy among the general public, hedgehogs have less and less chance of surviving in the