Trade Sow or Boar in WI

LucyNEthelle · Oct 12, 2004

Hello All,

This is my first time posting here and I just love the site!! We just got our C&C cage up and it's great! I just received two GP's about a week ago and was told they were both females. After looking over the site today I found the section on how to sex your GP's. I thought one of them was acting very Boarish when they were put together so I decided to sex them. Well, my guess was right. I now know I have a Boar and Sow. I'm sure that they both are able to reproduce so I am looking to trade either one for the opposite sex. The Boar is a long haired silkey (I think) and the sow is short haired. The boar is VERY friendly, use to kids, dogs and cats. Will lick your hand. About 1 1/2 yrs. old. The sow is also friendly but a bit more shy. Also use to cats, dogs, etc. About 5 yrs. old. I would like to trade for an equally friendly GP. I am located in SE Wisconsin. I have a couple pics of the Boar and get some of the Sow if interested. Otherwise I may also be interested in selling either as well.

Post here or contact me privately at [email protected]

Thanks,

Teresa

ChadWPB · Oct 12, 2004

Why don't you just get the boar neutered and they can stay together? The procedure is not too invasive, and after 3 weeks he will be completely sterile and unable to reproduce. You must keep the boar away from the sow for 3 weeks or he may get one last hurrah, if you know what I mean!

I have two boar/sow/sow trios, and they're fun to watch!

LucyNEthelle · Oct 12, 2004

On average, how much is this procedure? If it's at all around the same costs of a cat or dog then I just can't afford that.

Teresa

Treen · Oct 13, 2004

Have a look at this page https://www.cavyspirit.com/neutering.htm - gives information both on average cost and everything else you'll need to consider.

Allysse · Oct 13, 2004

Depending on where you go it will cost between $100 - $200 (those are prices I've found in the twin cities, MN). You have to find a vet that is comfortable doing this procedure of course.

LucyNEthelle · Oct 13, 2004

Thanks! I did check around and the cheapest was $52.50 and that's not bad but I'm still going to go the trade route. Just cheaper that way.

Thanks,

Teresa

piggylover101 · Oct 13, 2004

Perhaps you could just keep them both. But separate the cage. like make a 2x6 then split it down the middle so two 2x3 cages. And save your money to eventually have him nuetered. I think it is the best thing for now. The whole trading thing proabably won't work out.

Or instead of trading just find a nice home for him/her and then adopt a female (or male which ever one you find a home for).

loves2travel · Oct 13, 2004

near me, it costs only $30 for neuter surgery!

piggylover101 · Oct 13, 2004

loves2travel said:
near me, it costs only $30 for neuter surgery!

At the Companion vet in Tigard?

loves2travel · Oct 13, 2004

yes, with companion pet clinics

piggylover101 · Oct 14, 2004

loves2travel said:
yes, with companion pet clinics

hmmm, I will have to ask my vet. Um do you know which vet it is that has this price?

piggylover101 · Oct 14, 2004

So LucynEthelle have you decided what you are going to do?

LucyNEthelle · Oct 14, 2004

I am looking to place the sow and then I will be getting another Boar. I don't want to deal with seperating the cage, etc. It was built with them being together in mind. I know I'll find a good home for her with other sows. She'll be happier that way and so will the boar. So if anyone is interested in giving my older sow a good home please contact me.

Thanks,

Teresa
[email protected]

piggylover101 · Oct 14, 2004

I think you did the right thing LucynEthelle ! I am sure you will find a great home for her!

ChadWPB · Oct 16, 2004

Hopefully your sow can be paired up with someone who currently has a singleton sow.

For the new boar you want, check a rescue near you. (broken link removed)

There is one in SW Wisconsin. Also, check the local shelters, there might be a great boar looking for a home, too!

LucyNEthelle · Oct 16, 2004

Thanks Piggylover101! I think it'll be for the best too.

Thanks,

Teresa

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