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One quick update, I now am pretty convinced the mounting/ subsequent actions are fear based. Maybe not the mounting itself, but I think the mounting scares Snoopy, which makes him react aggressively, which scares Pancake. I tested it again when they both wanted me to pet them. I was petting them together and then Snoopy starts grooming her. Later…[Read more]

The blanket was a good move! You can try slowly removing the blanket once they get used to the new smells. Some people also like to swap a stuffy between pens. Other than that there isn’t really too much you can do except wait.  It is very common for existing bonds to break in group bonding (and some may even argue it’s necessary) so keep that in…[Read more]

Thank you! I just moved everyone’s x-pens around so that they can see and smell one another, but not fight through the bars. I have found that Kermit and Snowdrop are absolutely fine with one another. Clyde, on the other hand, seems quite pissed about both the new girl and the boy. Bonnie mostly seems worked up because he is… I put a blanket in…[Read more]

I actually use the pads instead of litter boxes in general 🙂 It seems cheaper and more eco friendly even though it’s a lot more laundry!

Your pair that broke down does sound different. Mine aren’t shy about asking for grooms! lol. They do ask and do head wars, very pushy. That never leads to anything aggressive. Thanks for the feedback, so yes…[Read more]

Their dynamics definitely sound very different from my two that failed. Your’s def fall more in the progression of “figuring it out”. With mine there were not even grooming or mounting requests, and they never wanted to be in the same place. They would share food ok, but they mostly avoided each other. I think the fight actually happened because…[Read more]

I guess I should add in a way Snoopy already DID snap, twice… He fought her and kinda backed off on his own when she didn’t fight back although I got to them pretty quick so I’m not sure what would have happened if I didn’t. That said, the fact that he didn’t continue to act aggressive towards her after those times makes me think he really…[Read more]

Yes, I have 2 large cloth pads down with hay for toilet areas, and they do tend to overlap when they eat and have no problem with sharing. They can be touching etc while there no problem. No one chases or minds the other using it.  I’ve fed them pellets and treats (except their favorite I did separate for that) and did not lead to aggression.…[Read more]

So, this is tricky but I think I would keep monitoring, and you are likely OK to leave them alone during the times of day when you know they aren’t as active. It would also be ok to separate them if needed for periods and then put them back together when you’re home (like if you have to go to work). I think if they are in a larger space that’s…[Read more]

Ok so we did 2 overnights and I’ve seen nothing really bad, Pancake did pin him down and mount a couple times I saw and he nipped after (only got a tiny amount of fur, no serious bites these times but of course not sure if she ran away too fast or if he only intended the minor nips).  I’d think if he had a major problem he’d keep up trying to go…[Read more]

Until you do a few dates you can’t really predict how it will go! Most buns will act aggressive towards each other at first when they are living side by side as they are defending their territory, so I don’t think that’s an indication it won’t work (especially at this early stage). If they were still acting that way after months of living as…[Read more]

He really is a most handsome gentleman!

Silvadene cream could be an option. But even plain vaseline would be better than nothing. Will make stuck cecos easier to remove,  keep away wetness from the environment plus prevents the sores from drying out too much. Contrary to what used to be said about wound healing,  wounds should not be allowed to d…[Read more]

Yes it has! Well they were barely awake this morning then have been crashed out all day. Nice that I could work and stuff without worrying or being distracted. I guess they wore themselves out doing zoomies, binkies and jumping on and off the couch for like 8 hours straight yesterday lol. We made it 24 hours without issues… hopefully they wake…[Read more]

Silvadene is an antibacterial creme that I’ve used to soothe syphilis/fungal related skin irritation. It is used on humans for burns. Perhaps this is something to discuss?

Thank you so much for the tips! Guess I’m lucky the stains are at least not visible haha

Thanks for the update, sounds like a much better setup!  I agree things have likely been peaceful due to the fact that she is still a baby, along with the hormones.

FYI: Chai also needs to be spayed and given a few weeks for hormones to settle before bonding. Even once Frankie is neutered her hormones will still cause issues.

hahah! Sometimes they make the decision for us! That’s great it went well!

And you’re welcome! Fingers crossed it sticks this time!