Should I give them away

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I have two male guinea pigs and a new puppy. My mom originally bought them so I wouldn't ask for a dog but got both. My mom really hates them and thinks I should give them away. I pay for most stuff and her for some. I have them out once or twice a day but they try to literally jump back into the cage, so I assume they hate play time. Is this right to assume? Should I give them away? I'm starting high school soon and scared i'll have no time with them in the future with all my work. if I give them away i'm afraid someone will harm them. Please help me decide!
 
Welcome.

I was just thingking how much I love my piggies and I couldn't do without them. But I am sure my circumstances are much different than yours.

When I first brought home my boy piggy Finn, I gave him everything he needed and deserved because I just loved him. He brought so much joy into my life that I wanted to give him a really good life and I feel I that have. I want to spend as much time with my piggies as I can because I need them as much as they need me. Also, I feel they love me as much as I love them. I enjoy taking care of all their needs like bedding, cleaning cages, feeding them, going shopping for their stuff and etc.

If you hate your pets, maybe finding a home for them wouldn't be such a bad idea.
 
I get from your post that you're young- I have kids your age, so I am trying to be gentle here when I say that I hope this is a learning experience about researching pets, deciding if they are right for you and if you are ready to commit to owning them BEFORE you bring them home. I know so many people who purchased a small animal as a sort of 'trial puppy,' only to offload them when an actual dog came in... this isn't fair to the animal and I hope that this is a lesson learned and not something that will repeat in the future.

That being said, you have two choices here... either try and appreciate your guinea pigs as the pet they are and commit to caring for them for the next five to seven years (the average lifespan of a guinea pig) or commit to finding them a home where someone can provide that for them. Please don't sell them on Craiglist when you don't know where they will end up... if you decide not to keep them, find a reputable shelter or rescue or someone you know who will ensure they get a good, safe home. It's the least you can do. Best of luck with your decision.
 
I agree with what's been said above, but you are not entirely responsible for this issue you are in.

Your mom was irresponsible to get you the piggies and then a puppy without the thought of research into the needs of both entirely different animals.

I'm saddened that you are struggling with this decision, in my mind I would find a compromise and no Piggie "dislikes" cuddles you just needed to allow them time to trust you hun. Lots of love, talking, bonding and spending time sharing their world...
Can you do that for them? Do you have the time? (my son is 15 and makes time in between studies and social time). Can you make time? I'm sure you could...
You clearly do care, if you didnt you wouldn't be here. Nor would you purchase food and bedding from your own money...

Please don't just give up on them just because you don't think you can cope... try talking to family (not just your mom) ask for advice from close friends. You are young and maybe a friend can look after them for you? That way you'll still see them? But you are able to share responsibility...

Please, just be gentle on yourself and think long and hard. Whatever you do, don't sell them. They could end up in the wrong hands. In future, also let this be a lesson learned that sometimes no matter how much we "want" a pet... it isn't always for the right reasons.

God bless x
 
If its any help I have a dog & 4 guinea pigs & a full time job.

I wouldn't give any of them away unless I had a serious circumstances change(eg, job/health difficulties) .

It'll probably be a full on period with 3 new animals, but if you really want them I'm sure you'll make the effort.

Your mum really should have researched having both pets more & if planning on both eventually, discussed your preference.

Both guineas & dogs are a fairly long term commitment.
If you feel that you honestly can't cope with both, then find a reputable rehoming centre (no kill type shelter too if you're in the States).

You'll probably find your mum will be converted when she finds out how interactive guineas can be if you're patient with them.

Good luck in your decision x
 
Firstly well done for being so responsible and asking for advice. Youve done really well to look after them yourself for this long. i think you need to talk to some other adults in your family as well as your mum about your concerns and hopefully they can come up with a solution even if it is taking them to a rescue. In the mean time, have you tried feeding them some veg out of your hand? It takes ages to win thier trust so what youve described is normal. Good luck :)
 
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