When Kirby passed away just over a week ago, I never thought I’d be able to open my heart or home to another piggy. Kirby was my first Guinea pig and I figured he’d be the last because he was so special.
I fell in love with Sammie at AZ Piggie Poo Rescue on Friday and I had such a connection with him, that I was in front of the rescue 30 minutes before they opened yesterday so I could make him my own. The previous evening I had gotten approved to adopt him and I was so excited that I couldn’t sleep.
After an amazing adoption experience, I drove 45 minutes home with Sammie. As soon as I walked in the door, I was bombarded by a herd of wild animals wanting to see who was in the carrier. Okay…maybe not wild animals, but MY animals…which pretty much makes them wild.
Wynston was beside himself. He wouldn’t stop crying. Not only was he crying but he was crying loudly, almost to the point of howling. When I took a moment to assess the situation, I began to wonder if he thought Kirby was home at last!
Not so much, my dearest Wyn, but I did bring you home a new brother! Matt and I got Sammie settled in to his new fantastic space. I bought brand new EVERYTHING for Sammie since I donated my leftover items. The rescue offered my items back but I told them I’d rather them keep the items and I would purchase new from them to support the rescue.
Sammie was an instant hit with our kids. Khloee, Wynston and Sadie surrounded the cage, curious and crying. They all grew up around Kirby so to see a new piggy must have been terribly exciting!
I decided to introduce Wynston and Sammie one on one. Sammie didn’t seem scared and he’s so laid back that I figured it’d be alright. Well, that made Wynston’s day. I don’t remember the last time I saw him that genuinely happy. He’s a happy boy but wow, the excitement he displayed was indescribable. At that moment, I knew I made the right choice in adopting Sammie. Wyn and Sammie kissed, played and hopped around together. It was an instant bond.
Since Kirby’s passing, Sadie has been displaying signs of depression setting in. She’s back to howling and slinking around the house. It didn’t take long for Sadie to realize that she has a new brother. There was an introduction between Sadie and Sammie and it was fantastic. Sammie immediately took to Sadie, as she put her paw around him and licked his head, almost to say “Welcome home brother. Mom will give you a good life.”
Emotional. Seeing my animals react to one another is what makes my world go round. I caught Sadie sleeping next to Sammie’s cage yesterday and she’s next to him as we speak. Not only has adopting Sammie brought new hope and joy into my life, but it’s done the same for my other animals which is the most important of all!
I have created a new page in memory of Kirby and dedicated to all things Guinea pig. Check it out here!
Mary Oquendo says
That was awesome! Welcome Sammie! I see he will have a wonderful life in your home.
Mary Oquendo says
That was awesome! Welcome Sammie! I see he will have a wonderful life in your home.
Jana Rade says
Congratulations on your new family, Sammie.
Jana Rade says
Congratulations on your new family, Sammie.
Patty Leonard Woodland says
What a sweet little guy. My niece had a guinea pig – because of her pet I found a soap mold so I could make her goat soaps. They are the sweetest little creatures
Dog Mom Days says
They really are. I just love them to pieces 🙂
Patty Leonard Woodland says
What a sweet little guy. My niece had a guinea pig – because of her pet I found a soap mold so I could make her goat soaps. They are the sweetest little creatures
Dog Mom Days says
They really are. I just love them to pieces 🙂
MattieDog says
Aw, such love – thanks for sharing Sammie with us! It’s hard to love again – and you are making a difference in Sammie’s life – bless you!
Lara Elizabeth says
It’s wonderful that your animals all get along so well! A piggie would *not* be safe at my house!
Dog Mom Days says
I’m sure that’s the case in many households. Kirby was the oldest so my other animals were raised around him, which makes it much easier to bring home small animals since they already know the drill!
Lara Elizabeth says
It’s wonderful that your animals all get along so well! A piggie would *not* be safe at my house!
Dog Mom Days says
I’m sure that’s the case in many households. Kirby was the oldest so my other animals were raised around him, which makes it much easier to bring home small animals since they already know the drill!
Ourfamilyworld (@OurFamilyWorld) says
welcome to the family.. Can’t wait to read about your adventures
Ourfamilyworld (@OurFamilyWorld) says
welcome to the family.. Can’t wait to read about your adventures
MattieDog says
Aw, such love – thanks for sharing Sammie with us! It’s hard to love again – and you are making a difference in Sammie’s life – bless you!
Jen Jelly says
Sammie is adorable, and I love that you got out there early to adopt him. That’s something I would have done as well if I’d been looking to adopt a specific pet. Glad to hear that Sadie seems to be taking a liking to Sammie. Like you say it brings hope, not only for us, but for our animals as well.
Jen Jelly says
Sammie is adorable, and I love that you got out there early to adopt him. That’s something I would have done as well if I’d been looking to adopt a specific pet. Glad to hear that Sadie seems to be taking a liking to Sammie. Like you say it brings hope, not only for us, but for our animals as well.
Beagles and Bargains says
Welcome to the family Sammie! Hoping the transition is going well for the whole pack!
Beagles and Bargains says
Welcome to the family Sammie! Hoping the transition is going well for the whole pack!
Carleen says
Awww, how cute. Welcome Sammie!
Carleen says
Awww, how cute. Welcome Sammie!
Mary @ Stale Cheerios says
Yay! Congrats on your new family member! Sammie is quite a cutie. 🙂
Mary @ Stale Cheerios says
Yay! Congrats on your new family member! Sammie is quite a cutie. 🙂