Introducing New Pigs

[Alexa&skyy]

I have one male pig, he is not quite a year yet and I was woundering if I should get him a buddy. Before I start looking what should I look for? A baby? Boy? Girl? Something his age? He has a large enough cage for two. I did plan on having two but then he got sick... he is over it know, but is it still a good idea?

 

[sport_billy]

Hi Welcome to the forum

Could we ask your location, rescues in the UK often do piggy dating so that is an option, otherwise a younger boar may also be a good choice.

Here are some threads on introductions etc...
Introducing And Re-introducing Guinea Pigs
Illustrated Bonding Behaviours And Dynamics

Hope that helps

Lee

 

[GPcrazy]

Unless he is a neutered boar you would need to get another male. Adding a female to an in tact male will result in babies which is not advised.

 

[Swissgreys]

I just wanted to add that it is fantastic you are thinking of getting your boy a friend. They really are so much happier in a well matched pair.
Hopefully you live near a rescue that can help match you with the perfect companion.

 

[Alexa&skyy]

Hi Welcome to the forum

Could we ask your location, rescues in the UK often do piggy dating so that is an option, otherwise a younger boar may also be a good choice.

Here are some threads on introductions etc...
Introducing And Re-introducing Guinea Pigs
Illustrated Bonding Behaviours And Dynamics

Hope that helps

Lee

Thanks so much for the help, I am interested in trying to pigging dating. Seeing if that works, if not then another younger male. Again thanks for the help