Lone piggy

[Teddy-Boys]

Unfortunately one of my boys recently passed away leaving the other alone (he’s just turned 2).

I just feel really bad for him because I don’t know how long he’s going to be alone for due to the current situation. He was never really a lap piggy so whilst I’m holding him more now I don’t actually know if he enjoys this or is just tolerating it! The 2 of them got on so well and he’s had company all his life so must be a shock for him Is anyone else in the same situation?

 

[erinspigs]

Aw, I am so sorry! I am currently in the same situation with my Lennon. All I can really do at the moment is wait..

 

[Teddy-Boys]

Sorry to hear that It’s difficult isn’t it, especially as they can’t understand what’s going on and also not knowing how long this could continue for. I actually thought Milkyway might have passed away this morning as there was no sign of him or sound coming from the cage, but he was still there, just sat still inside his house. Suppose now Meatball’s gone he’s not got much to do because they used to spend all their time doing random piggy stuff together!

 

[Little Ones]

Some rescues are still offering bonding if a guinea pig isn’t coping well with the loss of their friend. Perhaps you could contact some near you and explain the situation and see if they will provide their service?

 

[Chocolatethepiggy]

Awe , hope your 0iggie is okay

Unfortunately one of my boys recently passed away leaving the other alone (he’s just turned 2).

I just feel really bad for him because I don’t know how long he’s going to be alone for due to the current situation. He was never really a lap piggy so whilst I’m holding him more now I don’t actually know if he enjoys this or is just tolerating it! The 2 of them got on so well and he’s had company all his life so must be a shock for him ☹ Is anyone else in the same situation?

 

[Teddy-Boys]

Thanks everyone, I got him out for a longer cuddle yesterday whilst working from home and he was actually really still and almost cuddled up so hopefully he enjoyed it!

I contacted a few rescues yesterday but unfortunately they either weren’t operating due to the lockdown, only had pairs or were looking for a female to go with the lone boars they did have. So I may be getting a new baby privately in 4 weeks if all goes well. I’m due a baby of my own in July so would really like to get him a friend and all settled in in advance of then if possible.

 

[Little Ones]

Oh he is just gorgeous! Hope you manage to get everything sorted.