Oh no, one more passing today 
Presents have been received for Mikey at Milhaven Rescue today.
Presents have been received for Mikey at Milhaven Rescue today.
Secret Santa 2014 - Presents Received
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I am so sorry - what a nightmare year for you! On the other hand, there have never been as many piggies and rescues involved. So really, really well done for you!
Yep, 26 rescues in 3 countries, so it is full on
I'm up to about 70% of the information in, and the rescues that haven't sent it are either dealing with personal issues or just very busy - as all rescuers are! This piggie's passing marks 10 so far, but the good news that goes with it is that her sister has been paired with a lovely other lady and got the best Christmas gift ever of a new home through the dating service
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Yep, 26 rescues in 3 countries, so it is full on
This piggie's passing marks 10 so far, but the good news that goes with it is that her sister has been paired with a lovely other lady and got the best Christmas gift ever of a new home through the dating service
That is lovely news to come with the sad ones.
A lovely gesture has been made in the USA in the past couple of days...
Eidolon - HALT rescue, New Jersey
Eidolon was a handsome male who was a permanent resident at HALT due to his age (6 1/2 years old.) He was the son of another piggie in the rescue also in her 'retirement home'. Sadly, the morning after having another guinea PTS from an aggressive tumour, the owner came in to find he had passed in his sleep.
Santa has signed up to send a gift to another piggie in that rescue, but, unknown to both the rescue and myself, they also did this... It's a lovely gesture that keeps the faith in the generosity of the season, and means a lot to the owner of the rescue, Danni.
Eidolon - HALT rescue, New Jersey
Eidolon was a handsome male who was a permanent resident at HALT due to his age (6 1/2 years old.) He was the son of another piggie in the rescue also in her 'retirement home'. Sadly, the morning after having another guinea PTS from an aggressive tumour, the owner came in to find he had passed in his sleep.
Santa has signed up to send a gift to another piggie in that rescue, but, unknown to both the rescue and myself, they also did this... It's a lovely gesture that keeps the faith in the generosity of the season, and means a lot to the owner of the rescue, Danni.
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piggyfan
Oh how touching.
It is a wonderful gesture, his Santa was so upset to hear he had passed on. She has done a lovely thing for little Eidolon: here he is
Ohhh that's brought a little tear to my eye - what a touching gesture x
Santa's been out on tour again, this time he's brought a gift for Hattie at RSPCA Walsall
Presents have been received for Bonnie and Lilith at Milhaven today.
We have also received news of 2 more passings today, bringing the total so far this year to 12. I am struggling to stay positive with all this sadness, so please bear with me.
We have also received news of 2 more passings today, bringing the total so far this year to 12. I am struggling to stay positive with all this sadness, so please bear with me.
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piggyfan
I am stunned. This is just so upsetting. I don't know how the careers cope with such sadness.
I definitely understand how it feels to be a rescuer, dealing with all this upset but having to keep going. It is very difficult. I hope to just have a couple of days clear of sadness.
There will be 2 sets of pictures to come from Milhaven though
There will be 2 sets of pictures to come from Milhaven though
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piggyfan
I'm really sorry for you too. It is heartbreaking. You are doing a wonderful job.
Oh no!
I second this - it is no small task to co-ordinate across multiple countries and make Christmas special for piggies in rescue but you are doing an amazing job x
I second this - it is no small task to co-ordinate across multiple countries and make Christmas special for piggies in rescue but you are doing an amazing job x
Picture set 1...
Blossom, Pippi & Primrose - Milhaven Rescue, West Yorkshire.
This gift was initially intended for Bonnie & Lilith, but there is both good and bad news. Lilith had cysts which were under monitoring - sadly, one turned out to be an aggressive tumour and she has passed away. Bonnie didn't do well without Lilith, and so she went dating - she has the best gift, a loving forever home for the holidays.
Milhaven nominated Blossom and her little girls Pippi & Primrose to receive the gift instead - Blossom had 3 not-so-little babies (all over 100g), when poor Blossom is not so big herself. She is a young mum who could use some pampering. She's happy to open a present!
Oh! I love presents! (Blossom)
Forget presents, give us the paper! (There's a piggie at the back having a rummage!)
I love a comfy cozy, thank you Santa!
Blossom, Pippi & Primrose - Milhaven Rescue, West Yorkshire.
This gift was initially intended for Bonnie & Lilith, but there is both good and bad news. Lilith had cysts which were under monitoring - sadly, one turned out to be an aggressive tumour and she has passed away. Bonnie didn't do well without Lilith, and so she went dating - she has the best gift, a loving forever home for the holidays.
Milhaven nominated Blossom and her little girls Pippi & Primrose to receive the gift instead - Blossom had 3 not-so-little babies (all over 100g), when poor Blossom is not so big herself. She is a young mum who could use some pampering. She's happy to open a present!
Oh! I love presents! (Blossom)
Forget presents, give us the paper! (There's a piggie at the back having a rummage!)
I love a comfy cozy, thank you Santa!
Picture set 2...
Mikey, male, aged 2 - Milhaven Rescue, West Yorkshire
Mikey is a lovely boy who has had a bit of a rough time! He developed a bad abscess after his neutering operation, but is now on the road to recovery.
His Santa sent him gifts all the way from Belgium!
All these for me? Really? Thank you!
Snuggle tunnels are my favourite! I couldn't be happier!
Thank you very much Santa, I'm a happy little boy now
Mikey, male, aged 2 - Milhaven Rescue, West Yorkshire
Mikey is a lovely boy who has had a bit of a rough time! He developed a bad abscess after his neutering operation, but is now on the road to recovery.
His Santa sent him gifts all the way from Belgium!
All these for me? Really? Thank you!
Snuggle tunnels are my favourite! I couldn't be happier!
Thank you very much Santa, I'm a happy little boy now
Carlisle - Wheeker's Guinea Pig Rescue, Indiana
Carlisle is a 3 year old boy who has a head tilt and dental troubles. Last year he also had a stroke, which temporarily took away use of his back legs. He has now recovered and is back running around as normal!
All these are for me, really? You're pulling my leg...
Oh, they are! Thank you Santa, I will be sure to share them with my friends
Carlisle is a 3 year old boy who has a head tilt and dental troubles. Last year he also had a stroke, which temporarily took away use of his back legs. He has now recovered and is back running around as normal!
All these are for me, really? You're pulling my leg...
Oh, they are! Thank you Santa, I will be sure to share them with my friends
Gem - Texas Rustlers Guinea Pig Rescue, Texas
Gem is a beautiful 4 year old girl who has sadly lost her sister and best friend Gertie to congestive heart failure just a week ago. Heart failure has taken every member of poor Gem's family, so, as she is at increased risk, she will remain at the rescue permanently.
This box is bigger than me!
Oh, look! I see my name! I wish Gertie was here to share this with me
Look at all this! Thank you Santa!
Gem is a beautiful 4 year old girl who has sadly lost her sister and best friend Gertie to congestive heart failure just a week ago. Heart failure has taken every member of poor Gem's family, so, as she is at increased risk, she will remain at the rescue permanently.
This box is bigger than me!
Oh, look! I see my name! I wish Gertie was here to share this with me
Look at all this! Thank you Santa!
PiggySmitten
Adult Guinea Pig
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Gem is a beautiful 4 year old girl who has sadly lost her sister and best friend Gertie to congestive heart failure just a week ago. Heart failure has taken every member of poor Gem's family, so, as she is at increased risk, she will remain at the rescue permanently.
This box is bigger than me!
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Oh, look! I see my name! I wish Gertie was here to share this with me
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Look at all this! Thank you Santa!
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It's been sad to hear of all the piggies passing but it's so great that this Secret Santa exists to bring happiness to the piggies in rescues (and to support those who run them).
Napoleon - HALT rescue, New Jersey
Napoleon is a 6 1/2 year old male who has recently had surgery for a mammary tumour and lump on his shoulder. He also has cataracts so his eyesight is poor. He has thankfully been bonded into a free range male group at the rescue for his retirement
A mountain of gifts, just for me! And a snuggly teddy too!
And I get to share with my friends too! Thank you Santa!
Napoleon is a 6 1/2 year old male who has recently had surgery for a mammary tumour and lump on his shoulder. He also has cataracts so his eyesight is poor. He has thankfully been bonded into a free range male group at the rescue for his retirement
A mountain of gifts, just for me! And a snuggly teddy too!
And I get to share with my friends too! Thank you Santa!
Evan & Morph - Milhaven Guinea Pig Rescue, West Yorkshire
Evan (aged 2, tricolour) came into rescue as the worst neglect case they have ever seen. He has recovered, but keeps developing tumours and so needs to stay in rescue. Morph (aged 6, white) has an inoperable cyst on his back which needs to be monitored. These boys are the best of friends and Evan is mascot for Milhaven
Wow! Look at the size of this box! I'm definitely king up here
So many nibbly treats! This is perfect as we looooooooooove to chew!
Let's get stuck in!
Evan (aged 2, tricolour) came into rescue as the worst neglect case they have ever seen. He has recovered, but keeps developing tumours and so needs to stay in rescue. Morph (aged 6, white) has an inoperable cyst on his back which needs to be monitored. These boys are the best of friends and Evan is mascot for Milhaven
Wow! Look at the size of this box! I'm definitely king up here
So many nibbly treats! This is perfect as we looooooooooove to chew!
Let's get stuck in!
Mr. Peabody & Joseph - Glynneath Guinea Pig Rescue, South Wales.
Mr. Peabody (white) has very sensitive skin with issues, and the rescue is trying to work out a good routine so that he and his best friend Joseph (brown) can go to an experienced home.
Mr. P, you're better at reading than me. Can you tell me who this box is for?
It's for us?! Really?! Wow!
Oooh, can we open this one first?
Wow! So many lovely treats! And this little bottle smells a bit girlie, I wonder what it's for! (For washing Mr. P, that's what!)
Mr. Peabody (white) has very sensitive skin with issues, and the rescue is trying to work out a good routine so that he and his best friend Joseph (brown) can go to an experienced home.
Mr. P, you're better at reading than me. Can you tell me who this box is for?
It's for us?! Really?! Wow!
Oooh, can we open this one first?
Wow! So many lovely treats! And this little bottle smells a bit girlie, I wonder what it's for! (For washing Mr. P, that's what!)
I am taking 24 hours away from Secret Santa. I have found a lump on my girl Treacle and so need to put her and myself first, just for a day until we know what the problem is.
Presents have been received for Batman & Robin at The Potteries.
Presents have been received for Batman & Robin at The Potteries.
Lilly
Adult Guinea Pig
Woo hoo, look at all these lovely, lovely piggies with their pressies. Loving Mikey's smile. The rescues have outdone themselves with the gorgeous photos they are coming up with.
Ohh I am sorry - healing wheeks to Treacle!
So many lovely presents and happy piggies! I just need a big enough box to get mine sent.
So many lovely presents and happy piggies! I just need a big enough box to get mine sent.
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piggyfan
Good luck Treacle. Let us know what happens.
Tewdric
Teenage Guinea Pig
Echoing the comments above. Good Luck Treacle.
No news yet, but I don't think it's dangerous - she certainly eats like she's healthy!
In the last 48 hours, presents have been received for:
*Angus & Tristan, Glynneath GPR
*Bill, April Lodge Guinea Pig Retirement Home.
We have also had 1 more loss, making it 13. This piggie had seizures which were getting a lot worse, so the rescue had to have her PTS.
In the last 48 hours, presents have been received for:
*Angus & Tristan, Glynneath GPR
*Bill, April Lodge Guinea Pig Retirement Home.
We have also had 1 more loss, making it 13. This piggie had seizures which were getting a lot worse, so the rescue had to have her PTS.
Angus & Tristan - Glynneath Guinea Pig Rescue, South Wales.
These handsome 10 month old boys are part of the Skinny Sanctuary - the dedicated area of the rescue keeping skinny pigs out of breeder's hands! They are naughty, greedy and cheeky little lads, but aren't they just gorgeous? :
Hey, Angus, lookee! There's goodies in this box for us!
Ooh! Something soft for our bums and yummy for our tums!
This is mine... and this is mine... the slave can have the chocolates but the rest is miiiiiiiiiiine.
These handsome 10 month old boys are part of the Skinny Sanctuary - the dedicated area of the rescue keeping skinny pigs out of breeder's hands! They are naughty, greedy and cheeky little lads, but aren't they just gorgeous? :
Hey, Angus, lookee! There's goodies in this box for us!
Ooh! Something soft for our bums and yummy for our tums!
This is mine... and this is mine... the slave can have the chocolates but the rest is miiiiiiiiiiine.
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