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[Pantouffe]

My Boy Nivvy (3) is neutered and has become aggressive with us. He charges our feet to take nips as he passes and will go for hands if we reach into the cage. He used to be a softie but since we moved house (3 months ago)- and he moved into a side room he has become unfriendly. we used to let him roam the house but he ate everything,peed on the sofas and we have decided to limit the damage by reducing his access. He doesnt see much of us since the room is closed off(I have a jack russell he hates) except during evening playtime. formerly he was in the hallway and saw us all day- between naps. Is he too isolated?

We thought he was lonely- so we got a young female for him. Pookie is 7 months and was quarantined for 8 weeks and kept in another room. Today we attempted to introduce them- but he bit off her poor little toe through the cage between them! She is very gentle and was so interested in him- but he was instantly aggressive and attacked her at once. The toe is still bleeding and must be very sore. what should I put on it other than washing in saline? Its midnight here so no vets available. I cant see bone as its so bloody but its definitely shorter. i feel terrible about it. Will she forget he hurt her if I leave them separated for a few weeks before trying again?
 Is there any hope for the pair to become friends now? What should I do?
TIA

[chinclub]

Wow, a lot going on in your house!  First of all, yes, I think he is feeling isolated as well as probably a little unsure of his new home.  Is there any way to place his cage in a more central area?  Perhaps up high to keep him from the dog?  Bathrooms are a great choice for our of the cage play time.  Just remove any soaps and cleaners and close the toilet lid first.

Don't worry to much about the toe.  I, like many breeders, use a ranch run cage system that gives a male access to 3 females.  In introduction he is able to move above each cage through a wire tunnel.  In this system it is very easy for the females to nip and his feet.  We have had a fair share of toes bitten over the years.  I have never had one need vet attention.  Now if the bone is exposed you will need some minor surgery but otherwise keeping it clean should be enough.  Just watch to be sure it is healing ok.  At the first sign of a change you should see a vet to be sure there is no infection. 

It shouldn't change the way she feels about him.  You just need to give them more time to adjust. And keep their cage a little further apart to prevent further accidents. 

[Debbie.nl.ca]

Aww yes you have your hands full.

I'm sure he's missing you, and it takes a spell for them to get used to change.

I'd calm him down some before introducing, and maybe let her in his cage while he's out for play. She will leave her scent around so he might get used to it.
He might not be mad at her, just the changes.
I have found they'd rather have a buddy than be alone so maybe a little later on he'll be more accepting of her.

Sorry about her toe. How does she react to him?