Hidey for piggie with decreasing mobility

Melly78

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Hi all, I currently have a piggie that has a growing tumour on her leg and shes starting to struggle with manoeuvring (she’s on palliative care). It’s mostly when she’s trying to shuffle herself in and out of her hidey. So, I’m just wondering if anyone had any ideas as to how I can make her more comfortable, but still able to hide?
I’m currently using kaytee clean and cosy as it’s soft in the bedding area. I have fleece, but the both piggies pee all over it 😆 They are in an indoor cage during the morning and night, but roam the downstairs toilet area (made into a pig haven) for 4-5 hrs a day.
I’ve seen some corner tent/hammocks that may work... or I’ll make something similar (badly). Are these any good?
I just want her to be as comfortable as possible whilst she’s still ok in herself, bless her.
Thanks 😊
 
That's lovely What you doing for your poorly piggie. . I'm sorry to hear that she is.
What about a box . . Big open door and bedding inside . My Piggies love them. . .
I put towel under and lots hay. . Change ever 2/3 days. . 20200412_204620.jpg
A cardboard box is just as good.
 
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That's lovely What you doing for your poorly piggie. . I'm sorry to hear that she is.
What about a box . . Big open door and bedding inside . My Piggies love them. . .
I put towel under and lots hay. . Change ever 2/3 days. . View attachment 165853
A cardboard box is just as good.
Aw your piggie is gorgeous! Thank you and that’s a great idea, I’ve been on the look out for a decent box for ages for them. I might ask the local shop if they have anything. I’ll need 2 or there will be a fight 🤣
What size hidey do you have there?
 
We have a 'shelf' in our cage with a piece of towel draped over the open side like a tent (peg it to the bars to hold it in place). It doesn't quite reach the floor. Pigs just push in and out through the towel 'wall' without having to go round each other but they are completely hidden inside. Flora likes to be completely hidden but Louise lies with her face secretly peeping out (actually it's obvious because she has a massive face, but she thinks I can't see her) You can do similar over any tunnel or cardboard box construction.
Lots of love, little piggy 💕
 
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