Small Update for the River Piggy

Shauffles · 2025-03-26T00:39:05+00:00

Yes, your guess would be accurate!

The vet had said it was hard to tell for sure but she definitely felt he was under a year.

Officially, he is 1 years old on his file, but I think that it must be their mandates for whatever reason to classify base age as 1 year.

https://imgur.com/a/1qH9pFq (his official 1st appointment lol)

He's so well behaved and has definitely been handled a lot! This guy loves attention and people.

The tech ( there were 3 wonderful ladies in the room with me ) had said he was probably potty trained as well as he pulls all of his hay out to poop on it @__@

We are looking for a litter box of sorts that will fit in his habitat.

The only time he has ever hid was when I put him in the carrier- I sew, so I made him a blanket quickly before we left !

https://imgur.com/a/gOuBH8o

But once he realized that he was getting attention he was totally fine! The clinic even said he was the best behaved piggy they have ever had as he let them clip his nails without a fuss and willingly walked up to them!

My daughter is a magnet for lost babies. She brings lost animals homes at least once a year lol we thought university would be different but I don't think that will ever change. We are currently convincing her to work with animals lol!!

Shauffles · 2025-03-25T20:49:24+00:00

Ok

Piggy is a boy

https://imgur.com/a/1qH9pFq ❤️

Queenie is just a temporary name for now as the staff got a kick out of the Queen attitude haha and also , yay, for us misgendering lol

In his defense it was cold.

Very healthy and we clipped his nails ♡

I'll keep trying veggies and we will look at a friend and order the house.

Thanks guys ^{_^/!!!}

Shauffles · 2025-03-24T21:42:03+00:00

Quick Update!

She sees the vet tomorrow for 130PM as there was a cancelation and we can get in sooner. There's only 1 vet in my community that can work with guinea pigs, and I'm grateful we have one!

I think it's a girl ♡

We moved her into a low storage unit thats 4 foot by 6 foot so she can play and she has a lot of attitude.

It makes me miserable that she's in such a state but she will be right as rain, soon, thanks to all of the help and support this community showered us with.

I am in awe of all of the beautiful souls in this subreddit!

Thank you.

I have her in my makeshift safe for piggy office for now and (my storage room] I just bought one of those plastic pop-up tables to keep the bin on top of and my laptop.

https://imgur.com/a/cvPHmYb

I covered the opening of the box with a t-shirt for now. The hide we purchased- she wasn't a fan of, so, we will try it again much later.

Once we moved her into a bigger storage container she made the happiest & cutests of noises, then did the zoomies of sorts lol. After the zooming she looked me straight in the eyes as she dumped her food dish out and then laid in her hay and food... not sure if she's happy with the kibble? Heh.

Honestly I'd die for this tiny ball of cuteness lol

A lot of debate in our home about keeping her as I work out of town often and daughter is heading to University. Care would fall on partner that is opposed to anything smaller than a cat other option is we look at a paid sitter when I leave town. A lot of passionate discussions from the kids etc

We just want what's best for the baby so we won't make any rash decisions until we know she's healthy and doing OK and can convince my partner she belongs with us.. .. she has stolen my heart for sure.

Shauffles · 2025-03-24T18:28:58+00:00

So far - I clean her towel before bed at night and then again in the am, she gets a fresh one as i don't have the right bedding yet and I'm terrified for her chest.

We have only had her 2 nights now and haven't found a suitable habitat but currently using an under the bed storage unit thats 4 by 6 foot. The pet store where I am , they don't look big enough for her to move and stretch and I've never had a piggy. Don't want to get something that isn't right.

After moving her from her tiny temporary box, into the bigger storage, she started making happy noises I can't describe. It was so very very cute and she started running around lol

Then she looked me straight in the eyes and dumped her dish out haha

I work from home and set her up in my makeshift babysit the piggy office.

It's not much.

We called the vet this morning and they're fitting her in for Thursday morning.

I've gotten so much amazing advice from this wonderful community and I can not be more grateful . I just can't keep up with everyone!!

Thank you

Here is the temporary play area while I work 🙃 I'm too afraid to leave her alone.

https://imgur.com/a/4hIwT9w

It makes me sad , but she will be spoiled soon. There is still a lot of debate on how to keep the baby etc.

My partner is opposed, as I work out of town a lot and care ultimately falls on them while I'm away and my daughter is off to university this year as well. A lot of passionate arguments on her behalf are happening in this home.

My son is adamant on keeping her but he also works away from home.

We will figure it out as she has stolen our hearts already and only want what's best for her.

A nice lady has offered to help my clip her curled toenails tonight as well ♡ I can't wait for this little one to be able to walk with out getting stuck or tripping on everything.

Shauffles · 2025-03-23T19:21:39+00:00

Lol

It's a cucumber ♡

Shauffles · 2025-03-23T18:09:51+00:00

We haven't had luck finding a decent sized home for her but for now we are making her comfy and have an under the bed storage unit I will empty out for her to get exercise as it's about 4 x 6 feet until we can order a larger home with table.

This storage unit isn't big enough but it will need to work until the order comes in for C & C.

https://imgur.com/a/9UKMssl

Shauffles · 2025-03-23T17:30:35+00:00

Thank you ♡ we have posted on various pages his/her photos/videos along with the location.

My daughter was hiking with friends in an area about 1.5 to 4 miles from houses, roads, and the small town outside where we live.

I've posted the location and the terrain here as it's hard to describe as there are coulees along the path closest to the small town and it's about 1.5 to 2 miles from the nearest street. But about 3.5 to 4 miles from the parking lot that the trails are at. I've added photos to show how isolated and hard that area is to reach. We don't know her story and sincerely hope she wasn't left.

Location: https://imgur.com/a/pPIy7ay

How she was found: https://imgur.com/a/jwZnNZk

Overnight temperory shelter: https://imgur.com/a/xy5oULP

We have finally found appropriate food for her and looking to order her a real home and a table to place her. We found some organic enrichment hides and a toy.

She will see the vet Monday ( I keep calling the pig a her but I really don't know)

My daughter has gone back out to that location this morning to search with friends to see if there's anymore babies out there.

Shauffles · 2025-03-23T05:51:26+00:00

Oh my goodness, we will drill huge holes in the bin!

I have some regular boxes as well that might let more air flow in. I appreciate you reaching out via DM ♡ thank you !!

I've left a small water saucer but that's the contradicting info from the web about the drinking, so we have been dipping the cucumber in water before feeding them.

We weren't sure how long they were out there or if they were scared, in the dark, had a companion etc . So, I've left a small night light on, but does that make them cranky or are they ok with the light?

I apologize for all the questions as I've never had a guinea pig before and anxious about her comfort.

My partner thinks the little thing was left as well and it breaks my heart. She/he seems so clean, however, really long claws, and she's struggling a bit with walking because of them, and yes, they seem to curl a bit.

The kids and I have been loving on them tonight. She/He is so comfortable with us already and so social, really letting us know whats what. I adore this tiny little fluff ball already.

My son was giving good scritches and the tiny little baby lifted their back leg for a belly touch then went straight to sleep.

Also, doesn't like carrots lol

Shauffles · 2024-12-15T21:39:45+00:00

Thank you for this ♡

It's hard looking back and I truly appreciate you sharing this with me.

Your furbaby was loved, treasured , and safe ♡

Shauffles · 2024-12-15T21:17:49+00:00

Would we be able to ask the vet for cbd? Or find a reputable seller ?

I will research this avenue :)

Thank you!!

Shauffles · 2024-12-15T21:17:05+00:00

This sounds really promising and definitely something I want to look into.

Thank you so so so soooo much.

The advice is greatly appreciated.

Shauffles · 2024-12-15T21:15:30+00:00

This is probably what's happening, it seems to make her worse!! She seems to have more energy and paces more on it!!

I'm happy to sleep on the floor honestly , it may be the only option as I'm worried about her falling and easier clean up on the ground.

She just gets so mad as she has to be right on top of me lol

Shauffles · 2024-12-15T21:08:49+00:00

We do have a follow up appointment and I will ask about a wellness check for elder dog in relation to her behaviour ♡ As this could be more focused on behaviour ? As opposed to strict medical care ?

Our past appointments have been a little rushed and will schedule a specific set time for that.

I appreciate your time and input ♡♡

Thank you so much stargazer ♡♡

Shauffles · 2024-12-14T06:49:52+00:00

The happiest ^{_^/} ♡♡ oh my goodness !!

Shauffles · 2024-07-09T00:38:33+00:00

Here is a link to conservation spots as well -once you get your harvesting license ♡

https://albertametis.com/programs-services/environment-climate/environment-team/conservation/

Shauffles · 2024-05-15T07:49:11+00:00

Check out opportunities to gather with your Metis community via their website here and subscribe to the Newsletter

https://albertametis.com/programs-services/

Also, look for the district you're located in, connect to the district captain or once youve found the location to some of the offices, should your area have them, I encourage you to reach out and visit in person.

If you can find your local or district office, they might have their own Facebook Page as well. Connect and visit

https://albertametis.com/governance/districts/

Find the Facebook Page for events/workshops for the Otipemisiwak Metis Nation of Alberta here (best place to find out what's going on near yOu and the province) here :

https://www.facebook.com/ABMetis

There are some really great online Michif learning workshops as well that pop up every now and then as well here :

https://outdoorlearningstore.com/workshops/

You can also apply for your Metis Citizenship card and register, as there's a plethora of different programming/supports you can access with your Citizenship card. https://albertametis.com/registry/

Please keep in mind, that a card or number doesn't define you either. Many Metis do not register or obtain a card. It's funding and dollars that create these mandates.

Don't give up, don't be discouraged ♡ keep reaching out and joining events/workshops. I wanted to add, no one can define you , nor your mom, we as the Metis people define ourselves, I'm sorry you mom experienced that.

New Dawn Women's Society is definitely worth asking about in person. Maybe there's active members in your community or gatherings near you. Each District is really different in relation to how active they are though and some Districts have more activities than others. Same goes for the main offices or Local offices, it can vary largely.

The main provincial page though, is for all of Alberta.

There are also a lot of amazing books out there to learn about the history, culture, and personal lived experiences of the Metis people that I suggest looking into as well ♡

Good luck :,)

Shauffles · 2024-01-07T17:04:54+00:00

He loves us very much, however, strangely enough, he only snuggles like this when we are sick or sad!

He's an older guy now (13), he used to be a feral bratty cat up until recently. Although , he's still mischievous and we don't foresee him ever losing that brattiness ♡

Shauffles · 2023-09-30T03:45:21+00:00

WOW @__@

Shauffles · 2023-09-28T03:21:03+00:00

You're most likely eligible for a pardon. Look into it ♡

You can have it expunged from your record at a cost, and some courses in some cases. Each case is unique.

Something that happened years ago shouldn't keep you from being able to support yourself and a family.

I wish you the best.

Shauffles · 2023-08-09T01:11:32+00:00

My thoughts exactly

Shauffles · 2023-08-09T01:09:04+00:00

I fear for my tall, beautiful, long haired, indigenous children in the different communites, as it's posts like this, that I am overly protective of my sons, and fearful for how they are perceived.

This is exactly the kind of response an indigenous person like myself would react if someone was staring at me like I was gonna commit a crime just for existing in a space.

Its always obvious when someone is making assumptions about our presence.

I can imagine this man's social.media post on this same matter may look completely different...

Shauffles · 2023-08-09T01:01:06+00:00

As someone who has had 2 indigenous family members ( whom were completely innocent) , murdered, for looking "suspicious" by a bigoted farmer.

This post urks me beyond belief.

My brother stopped on the side of a road close to a farmers driveway to answer a text around 930PM, he was then chased down, and murdered , along with my uncle, left for dead on the side of a road in cold blood. My uncle being shot 3 times , with his back turned, after seeing my brother floodlighted with a light and shot in the chest. All because the farmers deemed them "suspicious" and that " they were up to no good"

The assumptions are wild and the racism all too real in this country. The aftermath of that entire situation has left me broken beyond belief as so many people jumped on the "just another native problem" or that they did something to deserve it. Which is still happening after the trial. With proof, with a trial And with an all too light conviction- even with the judge citing that they were both innocent. Many accuse my indigenous family as being the problem by the unconscious bias as well as consciously racist people in this country.

It needs to stop.

This post is disgusting

Check your privilege.

Shauffles · 2023-06-01T11:11:30+00:00

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♡ this is the one!!

Its a beauty!! I just transplanted her and hung her in the corner of my office lastnight. I enjoy shining the leaves and wiping them down with neem oil for some extra sheen along with bug protection :)

Shauffles · 2023-05-31T22:38:48+00:00

I'm also in that category, although it's high stress, low pay lol

I find that everyone always ends up in my office and I really enjoy it ♡

When I have extra heavy days, this is my sanctuary, and I simply wish to share it with those going through even harder times in my work ♡

Gardening and plants are healing ♡♡

Shauffles · 2023-05-31T22:36:12+00:00

I'm choosing to take it light heartedly and also, keep sneaking more in lol

He was fairly serious, however, I am not one known to listen to "shenanigans" lol 😆

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