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A while years ago I got two Guinea pigs. One of them died a while ago however just recently the second one passed away. During this time we also got another two guinea pigs. Sadly one also passed away. However for a while one of the original two guinea pigs and one of the two we got later lived together, they were together for about 3 years. This was until last week the oldest passed away. Now I am left with the youngest one alone, she is my brother's pet. My brother has never really been interested in her and if i'm honest it was a mistake to get the two Guinea Pigs. So I took care of them all in his place. But now since only one is left I brought her into my room and I have tried to comfort her as I know Guinea Pigs can find it hard being alone. It's now been a week since she moved in and I am very stressed by her being in my room. I don't know what to do with her, I don't want to put her back outside because she will be lonely, I don't want to keep her in my room because of the noise she makes. The only other option would be for me to give her away which I would be sad to do but maybe it would be for the best?
I just want to add as well my relationship with her is difficult because she is a very nervous and scared Guinea Pig has always had other Guinea Pigs around her to comfort her and for her to hide behind so we have never really been able to bond in the way I was able to with the first two Guinea Pigs because they were in my room for a while. I also want to add that I have anxiety and that right now I am going through a stressful period with exams so with the noises and such it is becoming very disturbing to my daily life.
 
Welcome to the Forum.
:wel:

Sorry to hear you are having such a difficult time at the moment.

To be honest it really does sound like you have tried very hard to do the right thing with your remaining guinea pig.
You are clearly very caring and want to do the best for her, but it does also sound like you might not be able to offer her everything she needs right now.
The best solution for you and her may be to pass her on to a good rescue. They will ensure she is rehomed to an appropriate place and also offer advice and support to the new owners.

If you can let us know roughly where you are located, there may be members on here who can help advise you
 
Please don’t put her on free ads, look for a reputable rescue so she can find a companion and new home x
 
Swissgreys said:
Welcome to the Forum.
:wel:

Sorry to hear you are having such a difficult time at the moment.

To be honest it really does sound like you have tried very hard to do the right thing with your remaining guinea pig.
You are clearly very caring and want to do the best for her, but it does also sound like you might not be able to offer her everything she needs right now.
The best solution for you and her may be to pass her on to a good rescue. They will ensure she is rehomed to an appropriate place and also offer advice and support to the new owners.

If you can let us know roughly where you are located, there may be members on here who can help advise you
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I am located in the UK
 
Have a look at the recommended rescue link on the green bar, hope there’s one near you x
 
clxd1 said:
So do you recommend I give her away?
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Pigs are social creatures so getting a friend is always in their best interests. If you're not able to rehome a new piggy and bond him/her with your girl then rehoming your girl is an option.

Rescues will ensure she finds a new friend and finds a loving new home.

I recently rehomed one of my boys and I'm devastated over it. But, he needed to be with other piggies. He's now at a wonderful rescue and has got himself a wife! :D He's so much happier there than he was with me.
 
clxd1 said:
So do you recommend I give her away?
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No, I don't think you should give her away - I suggested that you let us know roughly where you are based so we can direct you towards a responsible rescue who will take her on and make sure she is placed in an appropriate home.

Your other option would be to contact a rescue and ask about finding a companion for her, but from your initial post it sounded like this wasn't something you felt would work in your current circumstances.
 
Don't give her away she could end up being dumped or used as animal bait.
If you go to an animal rescue they will take her on. Can you private message me, if your close. Can find some to take her. How old is she?
 
Tiamolly123 said:
Don't give her away she could end up being dumped or used as animal bait.
If you go to an animal rescue they will take her on. Can you private message me, if your close. Can find some to take her. How old is she?
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That's what I meant by giving away, giving her to animal rescue, and she is 3
 
If you don’t feel you can’t keep her and get her a companion, then I think it’s better that you release her to a good rescue who will find a companion for her and find her a good home. But don’t put her on free adds/Internet because she may end up in a horrible situation x
 
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