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Bereaved Piggy Is Struggling.

Very excited- within minutes of writing that and booking a vets appointment for tomorrow morning she is now eating some hay! First time I have seen her do it in days. I'm terrified to move a muscle in case she stops.
 
She had a nibble of hay for a few minutes and took 2 small pieces of kale from my hand, although she wouldn't pick them off the floor.

Am still going the vets tomorrow. Thanks everyone for the ongoing support it really calms me to come on and see replies.
 
Good that she has eaten some hay. I think it is possible the cyst is affecting her. I would opt for pain relief and see if that helps and then see what the vet suggests for the cyst.
 
Katniss had to be put to sleep this afternoon. We made the decision to operate as the vet found a large suspicious lump as well as the cysts. It was too large, well connected and invasive to treat and we decided it would be kinder to put her to sleep.

Can't believe I have lost both my girls within a week. I'm absolutely devastated. Finn is now on his own and very confused.
 
Kate187 said:
Katniss had to be put to sleep this afternoon. We made the decision to operate as the vet found a large suspicious lump as well as the cysts. It was too large, well connected and invasive to treat and we decided it would be kinder to put her to sleep.

Can't believe I have lost both my girls within a week. I'm absolutely devastated. Finn is now on his own and very confused.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. RIP Katniss and Primrose.

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together, never to be separated again.

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I've read that a few times now, my poor boy. He was a depressed rescue pig who turned into the happiest guy around once he had his girls.

Am messaging rescues as we speak because I don't want to resort to P@H. I'm away Sunday-Saturday so I guess this week is better than in 2 weeks time.

I'm really not feeling up to getting a new one, it feels like I'm replacing them. But I know it's best for Finn.
 
Kate187 said:
I've read that a few times now, my poor boy. He was a depressed rescue pig who turned into the happiest guy around once he had his girls.

Am messaging rescues as we speak because I don't want to resort to P@H. I'm away Sunday-Saturday so I guess this week is better than in 2 weeks time.

I'm really not feeling up to getting a new one, it feels like I'm replacing them. But I know it's best for Finn.
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You aren't replacing them! I know they both would want you to get another piggy. It's not possible to "replace" a piggy, if you "replaced" them it would mean you think "oh, they're dead, I don't love them anymore" and get another piggy. I know that is completely not true!
 
Rochester Piggy said:
You aren't replacing them! I know they both would want you to get another piggy. It's not possible to "replace" a piggy, if you "replaced" them it would mean you think "oh, they're dead, I don't love them anymore" and get another piggy. I know that is completely not true!
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I know, I know. It's just hard when I'm so upset and missing them so bad. Coseley rescue, which isn't listed on here (but I've searched and people here have used before) say they have a fair number of sows and I can bring him for a date any time. Do you think it is best to look at 1 or 2 for him? Thinking one so there are less hierarchy squabbles?
 
Kate187 said:
I know, I know. It's just hard when I'm so upset and missing them so bad. Coseley rescue, which isn't listed on here (but I've searched and people here have used before) say they have a fair number of sows and I can bring him for a date any time. Do you think it is best to look at 1 or 2 for him? Thinking one so there are less hierarchy squabbles?
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2 could be a bit overwhelming for him, so I'd start with one and add more later.
 
Rochester Piggy said:
2 could be a bit overwhelming for him, so I'd start with one and add more later.
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Yes I was thinking along the same lines. Apparently they have lots of girls he can meet and choose a partner himself. I'm taking him tomorrow to see how it goes. He is nibbling hay but hasn't made a single noise since she left this morning- which is VERY strange as he never stops normally. Even when he's just walking round he's making happy burbling noises.
 
I am so sorry, I have just read your thread from start to finish :( So very sorry for your loss, you really did all you could for her please know that.

I have heard good things about Coesley so hopefully you can get your lad a new friend. Sending hugs to you and Finn
 
sport_billy said:
I am so sorry, I have just read your thread from start to finish :( So very sorry for your loss, you really did all you could for her please know that.

I have heard good things about Coesley so hopefully you can get your lad a new friend. Sending hugs to you and Finn
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Thanks. I jsut keep thinking if there was something I could have done, and that it feels really callous to already be planning to get another. But he's not happy on his own and my boy is my priority now. Keep crying on and off, I'm so exhausted and emotional.
 
Kate187 said:
Thanks. I jsut keep thinking if there was something I could have done, and that it feels really callous to already be planning to get another. But he's not happy on his own and my boy is my priority now. Keep crying on and off, I'm so exhausted and emotional.
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You couldn't. What if's are a part of grief, please don't torture yourself with this. I have lost one of our girls in quite a traumatic way, but in time you come to realise it is not your fault and you can't decide how it will end all you can do is love them while you have them. Which I know you will have done.

You are not replacing them, you are helping your piggy out by getting him a new friend and in time you'll fall in love with his new friend, each piggy is different and finds their way into your heart.

Huge huge hugs, try and be kind to yourself x
 
I'm so sorry. You are 100% doing the right thing by your boy though, I hope the dating goes well. I know it is no help really but at least you know what was wrong, as that should help stop the "what iffs" that happen when you don't know what you were up against.
Sweet dreams beautiful.
 
You are not replacing them, they will always be with you.
You did all you could for your girls they had a lovely caring home.
Hope you find Finn a friend soon, poor boy must be feeling lost.
Hugs to you both.
 
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