Bonding How to get my new young piggy comfortable with me?

[petluv]

My previous piggy I adopted as an adult so it didn’t take him long at all to be fine with hand pets and cuddles.

This time around I will be getting a younger (though not baby) piggy.

Tips for getting him adjusted first to his new home, then to me, and finally to me holding him?

 

[Mymisters]

There is a LOT of info online already, so I'd just say check out skinnypigs1 on YouTube. Just search "skinnypigs1 taming" and she has maybe 5 or 6 good videos with amazing info!

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[petluv]

There is a LOT of info online already, so I'd just say check out skinnypigs1 on YouTube. Just search "skinnypigs1 taming" and she has maybe 5 or 6 good videos with amazing info!

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Thanks so much for this link!

 

[Mymisters]

[emoji106] she's the best!

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[RoseCarter]

I'm having the same concern. Spent so much time reading everything about taming and still confused about when to start holding them. Everyone has a different opinion.

 

[SSLee]

I have also had good luck with the method described by @Candalalala, whether it be for lap time or for cage cleaning. The tunnel is the preferred method in my home and the piggies automatically run into it. Once I get them out and into the cuddle cup, they are OK with the petting, especially when I offer treats. Previously the chasing and picking them up were causing both of us stress.

 

[halal.jose]

Let them get used to your scent and noises around your house. Be sure that your piggies are in an area where a lot of people can interact with them. For example, I have my piggies in the living room and everyone is able to interact with them which makes them used to people. I would say my piggies are pretty tame and are very comfortable with human interaction.

 

[RoseCarter]

Thank you all for the advice. I used a tunnel,got them into my fun area without any problem. Cuddle time was so enjoyable. Finally checked nails and skin. I'm loving the no chase method.