Can me screaming harm my piggies ears or harm them in anyway?

[Popcorns & Wheeks]

Hi everyone, I am really worried and just need a little bit of advice and reassurance. I am a huge sufferer of anxiety and just before Christmas split with my ex partner and fled back to my parents home.

Lastnight I agreed to meet my ex partner to discuss maybe rekindling the relationship and it just did not go to plan. To cut a long story short I ended up having a complete mental breakdown and began screaming and crying full throttle. I could not control my emotions, I really am struggling at the moment .

The trouble is when I broke down, I was right near my poor piggies which were so frightened by me breaking down. They both ran into their beds and wouldn't move. I am now absolutely petrified that I have some how hurt them or even think I may have damaged their hearing. The screaming and shouting went on for a few minutes, I just couldn't help myself. Does anyone know if I could have hurt them or damaged their hearing in any way?

I feel so guilty and am so upset with myself because of it. They are used to living in a nice, peaceful environment since me and my partner split so I'm guessing me having a complete meltdown may have caused them trauma. Thanks everyone, any feedback is much appreciated x

 

[lauryn1289]

Are they eating and acting normal otherwise? My pigs over the years have seen their fair share of meltdowns, I really doubt you did any lasting damage. They were probably just very frightened especially if it’s unusual for them to witness. I’d say just give them a little time to calm down and give them some peace offerings like a nice treat so they remember you’re not a threat and not going to hurt them

 

[RedLoredAmazon]

Oh poor you! I hope you are feeling better and are taking care of yourself too.

I have an autistic child that has meltdowns a few times a week to daily meltdowns. Sometimes he has them in the piggies room and our piggies get very scared when he does that. They will get quiet and hide when he does that and make some complaining sounds. I cannot prevent/stop all meltdowns for my child. I just make sure I have plenty of hiding places for the piggies so they can feel safe when he does scream and cry. I normally just leave them alone after he is done so they can chill out and come out of hiding. Once I see they are puttering around their cage, I will bring in a snack for them to enjoy. My piggies do not mind him in the room after all is calm and they normally have moved on quickly.

I do not think that their ears will be hurt or will be permanently upset with you. Animals are much quicker to forgive and move on.

 

[Freela]

((HUGS.)) I am really sorry for all that you are going through emotionally. I really don't think any amount of human noise is going to actually harm piggies. I'm sure they were scared as it's unusual behavior from you and unusual noise, but they're not going to be physically harmed or emotionally traumatized in the long run. Hang in there and I hope things improve for you.

 

[Swissgreys]

I am so sorry - it wounds like a very difficult time for you, so remember be kind to yourself.

I am sure your piggies will be fine.
It is natural for them to be frightened by sudden loud noises, but it won't have caused any permanent damage.

When we first got our piggies the children were much younger and the noise level in our home was often very loud!
Multiple excited kids could lead to a lot of mayhem, and whilst we always explained they shouldn't be too loud around the piggies, our house is very open plan so that wasn't always possible.
The piggies would often go and hide, but were always fine when things calmed down and happy to come out and take a treat from anyone who was offering them a tasty snack.

 

[Bill & Ted]

Sending hugs, I’m so sorry for you, hope life gets easier
Glad to hear your piggies are fine this morning, they are very resilient little beings

 

[Popcorns & Wheeks]

Hi everyone, thank you so much for all your replies. Just to let you know Ruby and Delilah seem fine today however, me not too much, I feel like I've been hit by a bus! I think, I just went into panic mode, fearing the worst might happen to my piggies because I couldn't stay in control. I really am gonna have to learn to stay calm.

 

[Merab]

So sorry that things are not at all good for you.
Holding you in my heart