Degu With An Attitude Problem

[Anna]

I have had my degu for almost a month. Hes gotten used to me but he still has an attitude problem. I've heard they get lonely but its best to buy them in pairs. I bought mine because I didn't like how the pet shop was treating it. I felt bad for the little guy and brought him home. He has enough to do in his cage. Theres a wheel, Piece of wood, a little box, and this big rope thing I found at the pet shop. Also every now and then I'll take him out and let him roll around in a dust bath. Hes really interesting to watch. Anyways, He just kind of seems lonely or upset. I play with him every day and rub his chin. He loves his chin rubbed, which i thought was weird.. Do You think it would be a good idea to get him a friend? and if so how would I go about it?

[Anna]

Alright, I've decided to get him a friend. I've heard their best bought in pairs but I didn't get him as a pair. I think he was split up from his mate.. The lady at the pet shop said a little girl had him before I did. I've been looking for information on what to do with degus when you buy another. I'm not sure if I should seperate them or what... My mom has finally gotten used to the one I have and she was even talking about building him a cage. Anyways, If you could give me information on what I should do when I buy another one that would be great.

[ra]

Go to the "Meeting Place" forum. There's lots of good information on the "setting up a new herd" thread.

[Sunshinemeg]

Dont rush into getting another degu Anna until you have read up on how to introduce them. Its hard work to get through, and heartbreaking if it doesnt work. You also need to be prepared to have the space for two cages, should the introduction not work. Please take all this into consideration, and remember, come on here with any problems so we can help!

SUNSHINEMEG ;D