The term “miniature pig” is used to describe a variety of smaller pig breeds as well as crossbreeds. There are at least 14 recognized breeds of miniature pigs, including the Vietnamese potbellied pig, the Juliana pig, the KuneKune, and others. This information sheet reviews natural history and taxonomy, as well as a number of clinically relevant information including (but not limited to) diet, housing, behavior, normal physiologic data and anatomy, restraint, preventive medicine, zoonoses, and important medical conditions seen in the mini pig.
Are you considering keeping your pig outside all the time? Ready to give up the stress of having your mini pig tear up your cabinets and what not? Here is how
If you are wondering how big do potbelly pigs get and if mini pigs would be a good pet? This blog post will explain it all from a mini pig owner of seven years.
Potbelly pigs, often dubbed as the perfect little porkers and the darlings of homesteads, can be incredibly endearing pets. They are charming and intelligent
Pigs are notoriously known for eating. But knowing what not to feed your pig may be more important in keeping them safe.
If you were told there was a pig out there who would stay small like a piglet and could live in your house, you'd probably be on board! The problem is I've
This page describes how to do a hoof trim and ways/ideas to help you accomplish this in the home setting.
A realistic guide to sizes and breeds of pigs typically seen as pets, additionally speaking about the teacup pig myth specifically in an attempt to let people know, NO SUCH THING EXISTS!
It is important to train your pig and even more important to provide enrichment for stimulation purposes. Pigs are highly intelligent and need activities to prevent behavioral issues.
A practical guide to proper nutrition for your pet pig as well as foods that should be avoided and brands of feed typically used for mini pigs.
Ever wonder what do pigs love to do? Would you be entertained seeing your mini pig doing some of these things? I bet your mini pig probably loves all of these
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Training your pig 101. This page is a beginners guide when working with a mini pig and can help you work through the basic things to start a great training regimen.
What do you do when you have a pig that is displaying aggressive behavior?
