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We got 2 little piggies at the weekend. My OH one has gained 17g.
Unfortunately mine has lost 10g, we put her in a cage by herself & she ate a little.
She's not sick, I think she was too young to come to our home, & was very shy.
For her sake I really think she needs to go back with her friends, where she felt safe.
I'm sad but I have to do the best for her.
 
guinea pigs like to be in pairs... maybe you can put her with the other one?
 
I'm pretty sure 10g could be the difference between an empty and full bladder for a piggy; unless she is showing other symptoms she's probably better off with her friend, just keep an eye on her c:
 
It takes time for new piggies to settle. Ours didn't eat in front of us for quite a while. They used to sneak out while we were out. I'd say it took them at least 2 weeks to be less shy. She would probably feel happier with the other one, or were they not getting on?
 
I agree with the others - 10 grams really isn't a lot.
She should definitely be with her friend (unless they were fighting).
She will be more likely to feel safe and comfortable with a companion around, and this will lead to her eating better (even if she doesn't do it when you are watching!).

Plus if they only cam home 2 - 3 days ago they might be better being left alone in their cage for a few days while they settle in and get used to the new sights and smells of your home.
We didn't directly handle ours for about 5 days after they came home, so you don't really need to be weighing them every couple of days unless they are sick.

Give her a chance - I bet in a few weeks she will be popcorning around all over the place and wheeking like mad for treats!
 
At the moment she is with the other baby & 1 adult. The adult is a star, she grooms them, & tells them off, considering she's not mum that's brilliant.
I might up the babies food to 3 times a day. Would it be a good idea to separate her at meal times for a week or two. Just until she's gained a little weight & confidence.
 
I would make sure that there is plenty of food for everyone and, unless she is being bullied, leave her with the others. Pigs feel more comfortable in a group, separating her from the other pigs might be more intimidating than comforting for her. You could also give her some additional food/treats during lap time apart from the other pigs. 10 g is not alarming for weight loss, so I would keep an eye on her and not panic. Most of my pigs (particularly babies) were very shy the first few weeks and seldom ate when anyone was around, but they were sneaking out for food at night or when no one was watching.
 
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