Guinea pig dilemma

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Hey everyone!
A month or so ago I posted that I had applied for a boar called Fugi to be husboar to Emily and Lottie. Well unfortunately I still haven’t heard back, I’ve sent a FB message, Email and sent and adoption form. I understand Melbourne is in lockdown atm, but they could have at least replied.. But I wasn’t in a rush anyway, so I didn’t mind too much.
However, Now I’m in a right pickle! My friend/neighbour is going to rehome most of their Guinea pigs as they aren’t looking after them as well as they should be. They’ve asked if I would like to have one of their boys. I feel bad saying no. I really had my heart set on Fugi, but I feel like I haven’t heard back in such a long time I may never get him. The other pig is a lovely long haired pig who really deserves a better home too.
Of course it all depends on if he gets along with the girls.
I really don’t know what to say! Wait for Fugi.. or give Lionheart a home?
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If you took on Lionheart and Fugi happened to still be available, would you take him on too? Or would you be okay with leaving him there? I don’t know what is do to be honest. It’s a tough one because you’re really drawn to Fugi but also want to give Lionheart a home! Is he neutered by the way?
 
I would see if Lionheart is accepted by your girls first and then if he is then there's your answer! He was meant to be with you all the time which is why you haven't heard from the rescue in Melbourne. Then you can email or FB the rescue and say that you have adopted a boar who needed a home in a hurry.
 
Siikibam said:
If you took on Lionheart and Fugi happened to still be available, would you take him on too? Or would you be okay with leaving him there? I don’t know what is do to be honest. It’s a tough one because you’re really drawn to Fugi but also want to give Lionheart a home! Is he neutered by the way?
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It really is super tough! Ideally I feel they should rehome him together with his current wife. But they are hoping if I take him on they will put her with another pair of theirs and just keep 3 pigs instead of 6. But I really feel they should only keep 2. Well actually I don’t think they should keep any as I constantly worry about their pigs.. but anyway.. Their my best friends which makes it hatd
Yes he’s desexed :nod:
Betsy said:
I would see if Lionheart is accepted by your girls first and then if he is then there's your answer! He was meant to be with you all the time which is why you haven't heard from the rescue in Melbourne. Then you can email or FB the rescue and say that you have adopted a boar who needed a home in a hurry.
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yes very true! If he gets along with the girls then it’s meant to be, and solves my worry.
I’m not sure how soon they are going to rehome the other pigs so it may not happen for a while yet anyway.
Thank you for your advice!
 
If it were me, I would try Lionheart with your girls and take him if they get along. If not, then it wasn't meant to be and you wait for Fugi

I have been on the waiting list at two rescues for well over a year and heard nothing. Ella and Esme came from a member on here who was looking for a home for two sows so I took Elizabeth and Edward on a date and it all worked out. I feel guilty to the rescues as one of them recently contacted me to see if I was still after a sow or two but I couldn't wait for ever and it was obviously meant to be that Ella and Esme came to me
 
Ultimately you really need to be guided by your piggies.
Holding out for Fugi is fine, but if you do and he doesn't get on with the ladies then another piggy has potentially missed out on the chance to have a 5 star home.
I know rescues are busy and that the situation in Australia right now is uncertain with lock downs, etc. but it does only take 5 minutes to send a quick reply - even if it is only 'sorry we aren't rehoming right now'.

I held out for a get for a rabbit from an adoption centre here, went and visited, got deeply attached, etc. only to later be turned down. It was hard for me but awful for my girls who were so excited about the new rabbit. So we had to start from scratch again.. I think you have made it clear you are interested in Fugi and have a great home to offer, but you can't wait around forever when there are other piggies out there who could fill that place.
 
I agree with the others. Give Lionheart a chance and see how it goes. It’s a very tough one, but sometimes things are just meant to be. You’ve done everything to try rehome Fugi; so definitely don’t feel guilty for something that was out of your hands 😊
 
I’d first see if their female (Lionhearts wife bonds with the other group perhaps try bind Lionheart with your girls and if it doesn’t work out then go for Fuigi :D Is there another male there too in the other group, the sums don’t quite add up, I’m think that your friend has 5 piggies?
 
Bill & Ted said:
I’d first see if their female (Lionhearts wife bonds with the other group perhaps try bind Lionheart with your girls and if it doesn’t work out then go for Fuigi :D Is there another male there too in the other group, the sums don’t quite add up, I’m think that your friend has 5 piggies?
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They have 6. 3 boys and 3 girls. 3 pairs, but they use to all live togther! Which of course was disastrous. Now they live in pairs, but still occasionally get swapped around. and when they go out on the grass the all go in one run. VERY stressful.. I’ve tried to hint, but they assure me it’s fine. (Though I often see them chasing each other). Their cages are also too small.. especially if they intend on keeping 3 in one cage. And they rarely get cleaned out, and every time I look at them they have no water.
But as I say they are my best friends, and we live on their farm. There is only so much advice I can try to get across :(
 
Hannah_xx said:
They have 6. 3 boys and 3 girls. 3 pairs, but they use to all live togther! Which of course was disastrous. Now they live in pairs, but still occasionally get swapped around. and when they go out on the grass the all go in one run. VERY stressful.. I’ve tried to hint, but they assure me it’s fine. (Though I often see them chasing each other). Their cages are also too small.. especially if they intend on keeping 3 in one cage. And they rarely get cleaned out, and every time I look at them they have no water.
But as I say they are my best friends, and we live on their farm. There is only so much advice I can try to get across :(
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Oh gosh, it must so hard for you seeing them like this, but you can “only lead a horse to water but not make it drink it” as the saying goes. Whatever you decide one little piggie will end up in a fantastic new home 😄
 
Whatever you decide I’m sure it will be the right decision for you and your piggies.
Whatever you do there’s another very lucky piggy there.
 
Good luck with your decision. It's so hard as my immediate reaction would be to go to the pigs that need rehoming/ are in a bad situation. Whereas I would hope the piggy that is in the rescue would be well cared for atleast. It's so hard though as you've had your heart set on this pig! Good luck with your decision! What are your current thoughts on the matter? X
 
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