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Unfortunately Bolt has passed away due to cancer. We took him to the vet and noticed the kindest thing to do was to put him to sleep as I didn't want him to be going through all the pain for much longer. I felt awful but I know it was the right thing to do.

So gizmo is once again a single piggy.

He's been on his own for 2 days now and he seems exactly the same but me being me I do worry

I have asked my parents and told them that we should think about getting gizmo a friend as I don't want him to get lonely but they said no way am I getting another one :( they told me the only way he was going to have a friends is if I re home in and I would never do that as I love him way to much to ever let him go❤️

I'm in such a awkward situation and I don't know what to do. I feel so bad...
 
Aw no that is really sad.
You have lost little Bolt and have this new worry for Gizmo. It's always an awkward situation when parents don't allow this or that, but they will have their reasons.

I really do feel for you though, it's a hard situation for you to be in.

You are doing the right thing by keeping a close eye on Gizmo, not every guinea pig will become depressed, but if he stops eating then sometimes the only thing that will save them is a new companion, and there sadly is the outside possibility that you may just have to seek help with a shelter to pair him up and rehome him if it comes down to that.

It probably won't happen like that, but I don't think it's fair on you, even though you are worried right now, not to tell you of the possibility.

Please give him plenty of attention on his terms. Cuddle him if he likes cuddles, not all pigs do, stroke him through the bars if he likes that, give him little bits of coriander treats often, talk to him a lot, let him know you are there, be close to him through the bars, let him out in safe areas and be with him.... lots of attention and gentle reassurance. Many of us here have been in the position of having a lone pig which, for whatever reason, has had to remain as an only-pig. As I say, most do get by with lots of love and attention from their humans, and the chances are he will stay fine, but just, as hard as it would be for you, be prepared to seek rehoming help if he does show signs of depression. I know it would be very sad for you, but IF he gets depressed, it would be right for him.

Fingers crossed that he remains just fine, as he is now.

If it helps you at all please feel free to leave a tribute to Bolt in the Rainbow Bridge Pets section. There's no right or wrong there, some do and some don't, and there's no particular style of tribute. Some of us like to post a picture of our pets, others like to tell their story, and some like to just write down that they love and miss them. What ever you feel like doing, if you would like to do so, and if you wish to chat about this difficult time please know you are welcome to. Many of us know the sadness and the worry of losing a piggy. xx :hug:
 
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Aw no that is really sad.
You have lost little Bolt and have this new worry for Gizmo. It's always an awkward situation when parents don't allow this or that, but they will have their reasons.

I really do feel for you though, it's a hard situation for you to be in.

You are doing the right thing by keeping a close eye on Gizmo, not every guinea pig will become depressed, but if he stops eating then sometimes the only thing that will save them is a new companion, and there sadly is the outside possibility that you may just have to seek help with a shelter to pair him up and rehome him if it comes down to that.

It probably won't happen like that, but I don't think it's fair on you, even though you are worried right now, not to tell you of the possibility.

Please give him plenty of attention on his terms. Cuddle him if he likes cuddles, not all pigs do, stroke him through the bars if he likes that, give him little bits of coriander treats often, talk to him a lot, let him know you are there, be close to him through the bars, let him out in safe areas and be with him.... lots of attention and gentle reassurance. Many of us here have been in the position of having a lone pig which, for whatever reason, has had to remain as an only-pig. As I say, most do get by with lots of love and attention from their humans, and the chances are he will stay fine, but just, as hard as it would be for you, be prepared to seek rehoming help if he does show signs of depression. I know it would be very sad for you, but IF he gets depressed, it would be right for him.

Fingers crossed that he remains just fine, as he is now.

If it helps you at all please feel free to leave a tribute to Bolt in the Rainbow Bridge Pets section. There's no right or wrong there, some do and some don't, and there's no particular style of tribute. Some of us like to post a picture of our pets, others like to tell their story, and some like to just write down that they love and miss them. What ever you feel like doing, if you would like to do so, and if you wish to chat about this difficult time please know you are welcome to. Many of us know the sadness and the worry of losing a piggy. xx :hug:
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Thank you so much this made me feel better. I will be sure to post something as a tribute to Bolt later on today, I want to make sure I write the right things.

I have just spoken to my parents and they have told me if I can find a guinea pig 3+ on pets4homes before Christmas in my area then I can have him, other than that the same rules apply. I'm literally praying something comes up and if it didn't I don't know what I'll do ..:(
 
Keep an eye on the forum rehome section, you may find one there.You take a big chance getting one from gumtree, preloved etc, I ended up with a pregnant pig and a lot of heartache and I know some people have ended up with big vets bills.
 
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Keep an eye on the forum rehome section, you may find one there.You take a big chance getting one from gumtree, preloved etc, I ended up with a pregnant pig and a lot of heartache and I know some people have ended up with big vets bills.
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Okay thanks for the advice. Where's the rrehome section ?
 
Sorry to hear about Bolt. You may want to contact your local rescues , see the rescue locator for one nearby. They should help you to find the perfect friend for Gizmo. We have one 3 + boar but he is reserved pending a boar date, but if that doesn't work out he will be available again. We are in south Yorkshire x
 
So sorry to hear about Bolt.
 
How about taking your mum with you, when you choose a piggy say you really need her advise. That maybe be a good way around things not sure why they are so adamant that it must be 3 plus. You will have to boar date, so you know the 2 will get on well. Maybe show your mum this forum, if you are not into piggies it must be hard for your parents to understand.
 
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Sorry to hear about Bolt. You may want to contact your local rescues , see the rescue locator for one nearby. They should help you to find the perfect friend for Gizmo. We have one 3 + boar but he is reserved pending a boar date, but if that doesn't work out he will be available again. We are in south Yorkshire x
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Okay thank you for the sdvice
 
Tiamolly123 said:
How about taking your mum with you, when you choose a piggy say you really need her advise. That maybe be a good way around things not sure why they are so adamant that it must be 3 plus. You will have to boar date, so you know the 2 will get on well. Maybe show your mum this forum, if you are not into piggies it must be hard for your parents to understand.
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I have shown her this forum but she still dosnt really care. I was planning on taking my mum with me yeah. I'm not so sure either I've asked and they just say because it's easier but I know for sure it's not!
 
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