A HEDGEHOG sanctuary is warning gardeners of the dangers weedkiller can pose to wildlife.

Christine Boelrijk, co-founder of the Hedgehog Haven, has issued the alert after two hogs were found dead in a one week.

Volunteers from the haven, which has re-homing centres in Colchester and Frinton, were called to a dead hedgehog in the middle of a lawn.

Both the homeowner and gardener were shocked at finding the creature, and had checked the weedkiller to make sure it was organic and suitable for gardens with pets and children.

  • The haven suggests gardeners use vinegar and salt as a wildlife-friendly alternative to weedkiller.