update on Teacake and Theo, they are getting on just fine, its lovely to see them sitting near each other and following each other around happily. They still have the odd disagreement but nothing serious. Its all down to Theo being pretty laid back, he came originally from a situation where he was bullied and was then bonded with an older boar. As a result l think he is used to being around grumpy old men! When teacake got grumpy, Theo just started eating some hay and looked bored! I would post a photo but my phone will not let me upload one, will post one when l am on my laptop.
Three lessons l have learnt bonding these two. Firstly, don't rush into putting them together, really let them get to know each other first. Secondly, when you do start putting them together, make sure they have positive associations with being together, l started with having them both on my lap feeding them dandelions. Finally, the old trick of giving them both a bath, not only makes them smell similar but also stresses them so they turn to each other. I found quite a small bonding area was useful for teacake as l think he was anxious in a larger area and hence got aggressive. Lets hope their bond continues to strengthen!
Three lessons l have learnt bonding these two. Firstly, don't rush into putting them together, really let them get to know each other first. Secondly, when you do start putting them together, make sure they have positive associations with being together, l started with having them both on my lap feeding them dandelions. Finally, the old trick of giving them both a bath, not only makes them smell similar but also stresses them so they turn to each other. I found quite a small bonding area was useful for teacake as l think he was anxious in a larger area and hence got aggressive. Lets hope their bond continues to strengthen!
. Hurray for boar dating - even at the 12th attempt!
Well done 
They make a very good-looking double act!
