HollowTree Exotics

HollowTree Exotics Ethical, home-based exotic animal breeder in Indiana specializing in sugar gliders, chinchillas, and hedgehogs. 🌿

USDA Compliance Statement

All animals are sold in accordance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and USDA/APHIS regulations governing retail pet sales. Animals are offered exclusively through face-to-face transactions, with buyers provided the opportunity to personally observe the animal prior to purchase and transfer of ownership. No sales are completed sight-unseen, and no ownership transfer occu

rs until in-person observation and affirmative purchase decision by the buyer, consistent with the federal retail pet sales exemption.

🐾 New adoptons coming soon from HollowTree Exotics! Stay tuned for upcoming availability on sugar gliders, hedgehogs, an...
05/21/2026

🐾 New adoptons coming soon from HollowTree Exotics! Stay tuned for upcoming availability on sugar gliders, hedgehogs, and chinchillas. ❤️

Our babies were extra curious (and extra cute) tonight! 🥹 These moments are our favorite part of the day.Which one is yo...
05/02/2026

Our babies were extra curious (and extra cute) tonight! 🥹 These moments are our favorite part of the day.

Which one is your favorite? 👇

🐾 HollowTree Exotics – Wild Fact Wednesday! 🐾Did you know? 🤔✨ Chinchillas have one of the longest gestation periods of a...
04/30/2026

🐾 HollowTree Exotics – Wild Fact Wednesday! 🐾

Did you know? 🤔

✨ Chinchillas have one of the longest gestation periods of any rodent—around 105–115 days! Because of this, their babies (called kits) are born fully furred, with their eyes open, and ready to explore much sooner than many other small animals. 🐭💛

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Mama girl was giving the side eye tonight and I couldn't help but get a picture.
04/30/2026

Mama girl was giving the side eye tonight and I couldn't help but get a picture.

🐾 Pete the Hedgehog 🐾We wanted to share a little update on one of our special hedgehogs, Pete. 💙Over the weekend, Pete s...
04/30/2026

🐾 Pete the Hedgehog 🐾

We wanted to share a little update on one of our special hedgehogs, Pete. 💙

Over the weekend, Pete suddenly developed a serious medical condition called eye proptosis, which required an emergency vet visit and surgery. Unfortunately, his eye could not be saved and had to be removed—but we’re incredibly grateful to say that Pete is doing well and is already on the road to recovery! 🥹

He’s been such a strong little guy through it all, and we’re so proud of how he’s handled everything.

🙏 A huge thank you to Advent Veterinary Services for their quick, compassionate, and professional care. We’re incredibly thankful for the team that helped Pete through this emergency!

💡 A quick bit of education for fellow hedgehog owners:
Eye proptosis is when the eye becomes displaced or “bulges” out of the socket. In hedgehogs, this can happen more easily because their eye sockets are naturally shallow. It can be caused by trauma, infection, dental issues, or swelling behind the eye, and it is considered a true emergency that requires immediate veterinary care.

Without quick treatment, the exposed eye can dry out and become severely damaged, which is why fast action is so important. In some cases—like Pete’s—removal of the eye is the safest and most humane option to keep them comfortable and pain-free.

❤️ We’re sharing Pete’s story not just as an update, but as a reminder of how important it is to:
• Monitor your hedgehogs closely
• Seek immediate vet care for anything unusual
• Provide safe, smooth enclosures to reduce injury risks

Pete has a healing journey ahead, but he’s already back to being his sweet, curious self—and we’ll be right here with him every step of the way.

Drop some ❤️ for Pete in the comments to help cheer him on!

🦔💚 Adoption Update from HollowTree Exotics! 💚🦔This little guy has officially found his forever home with the Garrett Fam...
04/27/2026

🦔💚 Adoption Update from HollowTree Exotics! 💚🦔

This little guy has officially found his forever home with the Garrett Family — and they’ve named him Freddy! 🏡✨

Just look at that smile — we’d say Freddy is already settling in perfectly with his new best friend. 🥹

We couldn’t be happier knowing he’s going to be so loved and well cared for.

Moments like these are exactly why we do what we do — connecting these amazing little animals with families who are just as excited about them as we are. 💚

Thank you, Garrett Family, for trusting HollowTree Exotics! We can’t wait to watch Freddy grow with you. 🦔

📸 (Featuring Freddy with his proud new family!)

🐾 HollowTree Exotics – Wild Fact Wednesday! 🐾Did you know? 🤔✨ Hedgehogs sometimes “self-anoint” when they encounter a ne...
04/15/2026

🐾 HollowTree Exotics – Wild Fact Wednesday! 🐾

Did you know? 🤔
✨ Hedgehogs sometimes “self-anoint” when they encounter a new scent—creating a foamy saliva and spreading it onto their quills!

While it looks unusual, this behavior is completely normal and is thought to help them process or mask new smells in their environment.

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💬 First reaction—cool or a little weird? 😄

🐾 HollowTree Exotics – Wild Fact Wednesday! 🐾Did you know? 🤔✨ Sugar gliders are nocturnal, meaning they sleep during the...
04/08/2026

🐾 HollowTree Exotics – Wild Fact Wednesday! 🐾

Did you know? 🤔
✨ Sugar gliders are nocturnal, meaning they sleep during the day and become active at night.

Because of this, they are most playful and social in the evening hours. Understanding their natural rhythm is key to building a strong bond and providing proper care.

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💬 Would a nighttime pet fit your schedule?

🐾 HollowTree Exotics – Wild Fact Wednesday! 🐾Did you know? 🤔✨ Chinchillas have some of the densest fur of any land anima...
04/01/2026

🐾 HollowTree Exotics – Wild Fact Wednesday! 🐾

Did you know? 🤔
✨ Chinchillas have some of the densest fur of any land animal—with up to 80 hairs growing from a single follicle!

This ultra-dense fur helps protect them from cold mountain climates in the wild—but it also means they should never get wet, as their fur can trap moisture and lead to skin issues.

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💬 Were you surprised by how thick their fur is?

03/29/2026

🦔✨ Hedgehogs Still Available! ✨🦔

We still have a couple of adorable hedgehogs looking for their forever homes 💚

At HollowTree Exotics, we don’t just send you home with an amazing pet—we make sure you feel confident and prepared every step of the way 🙌

✔️ Each hedgehog comes with a laminated care sheet
✔️ PLUS a week’s supply of food, pre-portioned into easy daily servings

Our goal is to set both you and your new little explorer up for success from day one 🐾

These sweet little guys won’t last long—message us if you’re interested or have questions!

📍 Rockport, Indiana
🚫 No shipping – in-person pickup only

03/29/2026

From curious little noses to the softest snuggles, these moments are what make HollowTree Exotics so special 💚

Every baby we raise is handled with care, love, and attention—because they’re not just animals… they’re future family members 🏡✨

And honestly… how can you not fall in love with these faces?! 🥹

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