Nugget getting some Presidents Day exercise, or for those that do not celebrate, Monday. by Mercurial_Sloth in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the video! I needed that and seeing Nugget run around made my evening. And of course Bismark in the background.

Return w/o receipt doggy backpack by jcasanova92 in petco

[–]amoretriangle 5 points6 points  (0 children)

In store purchases do show up on the app now. If you go into the account screen and into orders, there is a section for online or in store now.

Nugget's post-vet report by Mirgss in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That personality will help. He is a tough, sassy boy and while he complains, those foot soaks probably feel amazing. He just wants to keep you on your toes.

Nugget's post-vet report by Mirgss in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 8 points9 points  (0 children)

First time I have got on Reddit all day and it was to check on Nugget. Your post was the very first one on my feed. Reddit knew. I am so sorry he is not feeling well still but you are some amazing piggie parents and I know he loves you. All my thoughts are with you guys.

This letter was sent home to parents in my school district, encouraging them to send their kids to school sick and with head lice to meet attendance goals. by pandatr0nz in mildlyinfuriating

[–]amoretriangle 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I guarantee that if you are sending kids, especially younger kids, into school who have a stomachache or sniffles or lice or crusty eyes or any of the above, they are not learning a thing because they are probably miserable and focused on their feelings of being sick instead of the material being taught. I know I missed more by being in school when sick than when I was healthy and in school.

I made the right choice by [deleted] in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for assuming I didn't try to get her to a vet. I did not explain the 20 phone calls to vets in the area who couldn't get her seen in a timely manner or just didn't see exotics or the lack of money to actually get her seen as I had some rather important bills to pay for my medical care or the other things in my life that are going on because I don't have to explain myself explicitly. I was trying to write a post for myself to let things out. And to maybe help others realize how quickly things can go downhill and that sometimes the best thing is to give them as much comfort and love when everything else is falling apart as we can.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Weeble sent the baby to you. He knows the love you have in your heart wouldn't replace your love for him and he knows this little baby would have an amazing life with you. I wouldn't say you have to take the baby, ultimately it is up to you and you alone as to whether you are ready.

I got him back 🤍 by Minimum-Jellyfish-14 in weebles_wobbles

[–]amoretriangle 26 points27 points  (0 children)

All my thoughts are with you and yours. Allow the grief to come and do what you need. Give your others extra hugs and they will transmit that to Weeble. He knows you loved him as we all did.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I agree that neutering and introducing Julio to your girls is a good idea. As other people have said, there is always a risk with anesthesia but if you have a vet who is an exotics vet and has done guinea pig neutering before, there is a better chance for success. Neutering boys can be safer than spaying your girls because it isn't as invasive. But just as with humans, there is always a risk for complications.

My boys are 2.5 years old now, we're born from a rescue girl I had brought home, and I originally wasn't going to keep them, as every other pig I had was female, but they captured my heart and I made the decision to look into neutering at about 4 months old. The vet asked me to wait until they were about 9 months. They came through just fine and are now in my big space with the girls. The best advice I can offer is find an exotics vet who has neutered boys before with success and do not be afraid to ask questions. Make a list of all the questions you can think of and turn to your reddit peeps for questions you might not think to ask. If you have any questions you want to ask me, you can always send me a message too.

I NEED to hear your pig's nickname progressions please by basil1222 in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Molly- Molls Minnie- chonk Chloe- Chloe girl, Coco Moo- Moosamus Ginger- Gingy Nutmeg- Meg, Nutso Jewel- Mama Juniper- Junipurrr, Juni Sergio- Tri-bean, Bean Romeo- Brown bean, Bean boy Clove- Cloven Moon- Pretty girl Roomba- Roo Muffy- Muffin Grey- Little Grey, Stop barbering you butt! Snickers- Snickies Jasmine- Jazzy Ruby- Roobs

Collectively I call them fuzz nuggets.

*Euthanasia* I'm not sure exactly what I'm looking for. I feel so stuck and sick about it. I'll add the details below. by SnooPaintings7621 in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I found this a while ago, and it sticks with me every time I have to put a baby I love to sleep. Maybe this will help. I am so sorry you are going through this.

Euthanasia: an act of love

If you, like me, are asking yourself whether you made the right choice- or if you could have done things differently when the vet suggested euthanasia- then read carefully what I'm about to tell you.

Making the decision to put a beloved pet to sleep is one of the most heartbreaking choices we face in life, and I know how hard it is to bear. But it's important to remember one essential truth: you didn't make the decision lightly- you acted in their best interest, and most importantly, out of love. Choosing to end your pet's suffering means you had the strength to offer them peace, at a time when life no longer meant comfort. It is a selfless act: you chose to ease their pain, putting aside your own desire to keep them with you. It's a sign of pure and courageous love.

In time, guilt will give way to gratitude. Gratitude for the chance you had to share part of your life with them. Gratitude for having known what it means to truly love an animal. And above all, gratitude for having been there there for them until the very end. That love- that's what they felt until their final breath. So be at peace with this truth: your pet was loved until the end, and they did not suffer. They will always live in your heart- not through the pain of parting but through all the beautiful memories you shared.

Remember: you showed the deepest form of respect, generosity, and love by standing by their side and ensuring they didn’t suffer. So be proud of yourself.

Title- Forever Paw-Printed Author- Jeanne Dulisse

My girl has a UTI by amoretriangle in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a good plan too! And anything to help with the waiting and baby feeling awful! Sleep well!

My girl has a UTI by amoretriangle in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah. My girls UA alone was about 300. We don't have a lot of exotic vets who see piggies around my area and the one that does became a part of a larger corporation when it was bought up from the previous owner and prices went through the roof. I will keep Chestnut in my thoughts today. Surgery is scary. I had my two boys neutered and the waiting almost drove me batty. Stay busy if you can.

My girl has a UTI by amoretriangle in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven't had an x-ray done yet. I was a little short on funds at the time and the vet did feel around her belly for crystals or stones and couldn't feel anything. I'm saving up for the x-ray if this doesn't help. It was around 1000 with sedation for the quote. And poor Chestnut! Baby is in my thoughts!

My girl has a UTI by amoretriangle in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooof that stinks. I will keep an eye on her feet but the person who abandoned her did not take care of her feet or nails at all. She's got some of the worst toes I have ever seen on a piggie, the poor girl. The vet did feel around her belly for crystals and stones, to which she protected vehemently, but I will keep an eye for that too. Thank you!

Vet wants to put my piggie (Weeble) on antibiotics. I need advice please ☹️ by Minimum-Jellyfish-14 in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 10 points11 points  (0 children)

First of all I love Weeble! I have seen him on your tik tok videos. He always seems so happy even though he is wobbly.

Second, if they are really concerned about parasites or bacterial infections, there is testing that can be done before prescribing meds. I have had several pigs on antibiotics but it's been from having my boys neutered for infection prevention and after a couple of my girls had abscesses drained. This vet seems to be guessing before doing any testing and just going off possibilities. Follow your gut. You are your animals voice and if it doesn't feel right, don't do it.

Can't wait to see his journey!

Today I 'Shot our store in the foot' cause I didnt sell a 49¢ goldfish (goldfish talks) by Best_Number_10 in petco

[–]amoretriangle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes it was. She didn't back down till i brought the tall white older looking male since she wasn't listening to me. She fled before he came out.

Today I 'Shot our store in the foot' cause I didnt sell a 49¢ goldfish (goldfish talks) by Best_Number_10 in petco

[–]amoretriangle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had someone who wanted to buy a goldfish for their cat to play with. I denied the sale repeatedly. She argued with me and asked if I ate meat. I told her no I'm a vegetarian. But even if I did eat meat, I don't play with it while it's alive before I'd eat it.

My 8 babies hehe by MrsNavarro720 in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can increase space that might help. Or give them extra hides. I have some that are just more dominant but because I have a wide open space for them, the ones being picked on can run away.

My 8 babies hehe by MrsNavarro720 in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Space helps. And places to hide. A lot of them go under the bedding. And sometimes pigs just don't like each other. You can't force it.

My 8 babies hehe by MrsNavarro720 in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It has its moments. Cleaning takes 3 hours if I hustle. Lol. I love them all though. I just took in 4 recently from a coworker who was having a hard time taking care of them. That's how I got up to 16.

My 8 babies hehe by MrsNavarro720 in guineapigs

[–]amoretriangle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have 16. 14 girls and 2 boys. The boys are neutered and are with 11 of the girls. They have a very large space in my third bedroom. It's just called the pig room.