Knowing what is bullying?

[Eggsy]

I have 2 boy pairs in separate catches. But the issue I have is with Fred. He consistently mounts Barney ALOT. So I'm starting to think it's a form of bullying? Jynx and Alfie are the other two.. and I've noticed that Jynx always runs over to the barrier separating them and seems to squeak at Fred. Fred then stops mounting Barney.

Is there any way to stop this bullying? Any tips or tricks would be appreciated.

Thanks.

 

[Sappyshelly]

how old are they?

 

[Piggies&buns]

Mounting is a dominance behaviour and is usually just the dominant pig asserting his position as being in charge.
Can you give us some more information:
How old are they? How big is their cage? Do you have two of every item and are their hides open ended? What does barney do while he is being mounted?

 

[Wiebke]

I have 2 boy pairs in separate catches. But the issue I have is with Fred. He consistently mounts Barney ALOT. So I'm starting to think it's a form of bullying? Jynx and Alfie are the other two.. and I've noticed that Jynx always runs over to the barrier separating them and seems to squeak at Fred. Fred then stops mounting Barney.

Is there any way to stop this bullying? Any tips or tricks would be appreciated.

Thanks.

HI! How long have you had them and how old are they? Has Barney got space enough to get away from Fred?

Please take the time to read this guide here; it tells you how you can find out whethere a bond is still working or not from Barney's perspective. ignore Fred, he won't be happy.
Boars: Teenage, Bullying, Fighting, Fall-outs And What Next?

 

[Eggsy]

I have a 80inch by 50 linch c&c cage but split. I have an upper floor for one pair and working on a second floor for Barney and Fred. Although considering a newer bigger space. There is two of everything.
Barney doesn't do an awful in respone. He just let's it happen.. But he always squeaks in response to say 'get off.'
He seems relatively happy as he does popcorn occasionally..
Also does miss Fred if he's out of the cage for a bit when being held.

 

[Eggsy]

Baŕney and Fred are around 18 months

 

[Piggies&buns]

I have a 80inch by 50 linch c&c cage but split. I have an upper floor for one pair and working on a second floor for Barney and Fred. Although considering a newer bigger space. There is two of everything.
Barney doesn't do an awful in respone. He just let's it happen.. But he always squeaks in response to say 'get off.'
He seems relatively happy as he does popcorn occasionally..
Also does miss Fred if he's out of the cage for a bit when being held.

From your description, it doesnt sound like bullying. The squeaking doesn’t necessarily mean get off, Often that squeak will mean submission which is a good thing.