Underweight hedgehog suffering from baldness regrows spines after daily massages

STAFF at an animal sanctuary have turned to therapeutic massage to take care of a prickly drawback — a hedgehog affected by baldness.

The critter, who they've referred to as Alan, was discovered underweight and lacking his spines by a member of the general public final month.

The critter, who they've referred to as Alan, was discovered underweight and lacking his spines by a member of the general public final monthCredit score: Jeff Moore

After his little bit of stubble hassle, he’s lastly rising robust and spiky once moreCredit score: Jeff Moore

Carers mentioned he wouldn't have survived hibernation.

The nurses recognized him with the fungal an infection ringworm.

After 30 days of medication — and a few indulging over Christmas to bulk Alan up just a little — they started each day rub-downs with soothing aloe vera gel.

And now they're seeing the purpose of their all laborious work.

After his little bit of stubble hassle, he’s lastly rising robust and spiky once more.

Volunteers at Tiggywinkles, in Haddenham, Bucks, say he shall be launched again into the wild when he has totally recovered.

And what's Alan’s verdict on his pampering? Bristle do properly, thanks.