Gypsy Babies - All 3 now in heaven

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Well this morning I came to check on the piggies at 6.00am and am sorry to report the last of the "gypsy" babies has passed away.

You may remember one was dead at birth, the other passed away yesterday lunchtime and then this one obviously through the night.

I have my suspicions that mummy pig has killed them - I don't say that lightly but two of the babies had been nibbled - now I know that the sow could have been trying to wake them and that's a possibility - BUT this sow is terrified and I mean terrified of everything - I just don't know and am very saddened.

At least now the sow can go on to be loved and treated with the care she needs. Her ex - cage mate is due to give birth any time now and so obviously I will not be putting them together just in case. They can go into a split Nero 4 - once babies old enough - the sows can go back together - they are the greatest of friends.

Rest in Peace little babies.

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Helen.
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So sorry Helen, it's heartbreaking (and I also find I get very angry!) when they come in pregnant and terrified. At least the babies had a good chance with you, and now the mum is in a safe place and can be looked after until her forever home is found.

Sending hugs

Sophie
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Bless you Helen I know how hard this bit is wen they come in in a terrible state and sadly some do not make it. Huge hugs to you and mummy pig and good luck with the sow waiting to litter.
 
This is very sad for you Helen. :(

Sometimes even with the very best care we just can't make up for their previous neglect, how I wish we could.

You've had alot of grief to deal with lately, I'm thinking of you at such a sad time.
 
How very sad for you Helen and the poor sow :(
It is heartbreaking what some people put their trusting pets through...rest in peace little bubs xx
 
Really sorry Helen. I think Summerleaze is just right. I know you loved them to bits, but it probably was just not enough to make up for all the previous neglect. Let's hope that mum can now come round enough to feel your love for her. xxxxxx
 
I'm so sorry helen......... Poor mummy pig i hope she is ok.
R.i.p sweet babies, you were not meant to be here as piggy heaven needed more angels

xxxxx
 
I'm so sorry for your loss Helen. You are a wonderful person for what you do for these piggies. It must be heartbreaking at times.
Rachel x
 
I am shocked, it is so unexpected and heartbreaking. I am thinking of you and all the little ones you have lost lately. Rest well, all you Gypsy Babies. xx
 
It must be such a shock to have lost all 3 so quickly. 8...8... They have all been reunited though, over the bridge & they will be cared for by all the other piggies who have gone before them.

Give mummy pig lots of extra love & hugs. I am sure that with your love & care she will become less afraid. I got a baby pig who was rescued at about 2 weeks old who had the most terrified look in his eye. Finally after 7 weeks he is starting to become a 'proper' baby pig & lose that fear. They shouldn't ever have to go through the pain & torment, but if they do, at least there are people like you (& Bobby's foster carer) who will love them & nurture them - no matter how short their life is to be with us.

Hugs & squeaks from my manly quintet

Michele
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Oh no, I was really shocked to read this update! I am so sorry, Helen!

RIP little darlings, it was not meant to be...:0
 
Awful news. So sorry Helen. Maybe born too early. Sadly it is always the rescues who have to pick up the pieces. x
 
How sad for you. They really were beautiful piggies. The babies will be getting well looked after at rainbow bridge now. Run free little ones.
 
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