Continuing Life In The Pigpen

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clairey

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 3:23 am


The atmosphere seems better this morning but I'm still holding my breath a bit.

By late last night Simon had at least stopped trying to nip so much and instead was wheeking loudly whenever Graham got close enough to touch him. He does have some lovely noises, does Simon. Graham is full of expression and enthusiasm but Simon hits quite melodious notes.

Graham's not being mean or even too swagger-y, he's actually being quite gentle and restrained by his standards. Even his noises have been gentler to try to not freak Simon out. He's really excited to have a friend. I keep telling Simon just to hump G's head rather than scream or nip but he's not got the piggy skill set to do that yet. He is totally over-reacting though. He's constantly eating so it's not like Graham is actually upsetting him.

There was some whispering and the occasional burst of activity and tooth chattering from the cage overnight but no big drama.

They really remind me of a young Stephen and Alan. One with excellent social skills and one without. One really wants to snuggle and the other likes personal space. Those two found the middle ground, this pair can too if they try.

I could see there being a bit of nonsense and a buddy bath today but I'm slightly hopeful now. There's small progress in the right direction.

Intros. A fraction of a second before Simon nipped
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Graham - *rumble*
Simon - *munch*
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Home sweet home?
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Bonus Simon pose
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clairey

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 3:33 am


Right as I was typing, Bobs brought something to my attention. He's not well.

I think he's reaching the end. I'm glad I'm at home. We'll only be going to the vet if there's any distress.

*sniffle*

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Lynx
Celebrate!!!

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 8:29 am


Fingers crossed here!

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MildredM
The-Fairy-in-my-Heart

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 10:14 am


Oh Clairey, I am sorry. We are thinking about you both xx

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clairey

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 10:18 am


My triangular caterpillar got his butterfly wings. :(

Talk about end of an era.

Crazy4me

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 10:49 am


I am so sorry clairey. That memorable triangular face will be missed by many.

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serelixyue

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 10:53 am


I'm so sorry, clairey. It seems too brief....:'(

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Webs
Cavies 'n Cobwebs

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 11:17 am


So sorry Clairey. RIP Bob, you always were and still will be a little star. :-(

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clairey

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 11:33 am


Thank you. I feel so... empty.

I was thinking about which of the hundreds of pictures I should post in tribute and although there are many showing his pretty triangular splendour there's only one that really expresses the Bobsness of Bobs.

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GrannyJu1
Supporter in '21

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 11:52 am


Cllairey, I'm so, so sorry.

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minismama

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 12:28 pm


PHOTO-BOB!!

I am so sorry to hear that Bobbins has passed. Hugs for you, Clairey.

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snowflakey
E's Moriarity

Post   » Thu Sep 10, 2015 2:41 pm


So sorry about Bobs. :-(

Cute photo-bomb picture.

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