Will they be ok?

Kirbs

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I have three 6 month old male guinea pigs living together. Sadly, one is constantly being chased and bitten on the ear by one. He also gets food snatched off him also they all get the same treats. Will they be ok soon or will I have to consider separating them?
The ‘bullied’ one is also noticeably skinnier but we are extra cautious with his weight.
 
Unfortunately, and as you are finding, boar trios have a 90% failure rate and won’t make it to adulthood as a trio. You can only keep boars in pairs. You will need to separate them and find a new companion for the separated piggy.
The best way to find a new companion would be to take him boar dating at a rescue centre to find a character compatible friend. The guides below should help explain the situation.

Adding More Guinea Pigs Or Merging Pairs – What Works And What Not?
Boars: Teenage, Bullying, Fighting, Fall-outs And What Next?
A Comprehensive Guide to Guinea Pig Boars
 
Unfortunately, and as you are finding, boar trios have a 90% failure rate and won’t make it to adulthood as a trio. You can only keep boars in pairs. You will need to separate them and find a new companion for the separated piggy.
The best way to find a new companion would be to take him boar dating at a rescue centre to find a character compatible friend. The guides below should help explain the situation.

Adding More Guinea Pigs Or Merging Pairs – What Works And What Not?
Boars: Teenage, Bullying, Fighting, Fall-outs And What Next?
A Comprehensive Guide to Guinea Pig Boars
Thank you
 
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