Bereaved guinea pig

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Kazza34

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Very broken hearted right now. Had to have my youngest guinea pig put to sleep today. I had 2 piggies and they were very close, bonded since they were babies. Kovu was nearly 4 and Oreo is 4 years 3 months. I need to make sure Oreo doesn't get depressed and lonely now. I've never had to deal with this before so could use some advice. I know sometimes the answer is a new piggy to bond with. I have made some enquiries today but not getting very far finding a suitable one.😥
 
I'm sorry for your loss. Depending on how Oreo is doing, you have a couple of weeks to get him sorted with a friend. If he starts showing signs of being depressed and withdrawn then you will have to do what’s necessary for his welfare.

Do contact rescues near and far. I think given the recent events, they’re not yet back running as ‘normal’. And there may be waiting lists.

Wishing you all the best in your hunt. Take care of yourself.
 
Kazza34 said:
Very broken hearted right now. Had to have my youngest guinea pig put to sleep today. I had 2 piggies and they were very close, bonded since they were babies. Kovu was nearly 4 and Oreo is 4 years 3 months. I need to make sure Oreo doesn't get depressed and lonely now. I've never had to deal with this before so could use some advice. I know sometimes the answer is a new piggy to bond with. I have made some enquiries today but not getting very far finding a suitable one.😥
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Hi!

I am ever so sorry for your loss.

Please take the time to read the practical but sensitive information via this link here. You will find it very helpful. I contains a guide with tips for what you can do for a bereaved guinea pig in the immediate as well as in the medium term but also a guide that helps you with your own grieving process, especially when you have never been confronted with a loss or are struggling with it all: Death, Dying, Terminal Illness, Grieving and Bereaved Companions: Information and Support for Owners and Their Children
 
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