{"id":3961,"date":"2020-03-03T01:10:33","date_gmt":"2020-03-03T01:10:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.animalhealthfoundation.net\/blog\/?p=3961"},"modified":"2020-03-03T01:10:33","modified_gmt":"2020-03-03T01:10:33","slug":"pigs-as-pets-what-youre-not-being-told","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.animalhealthfoundation.org\/blog\/2020\/03\/pigs-as-pets-what-youre-not-being-told\/","title":{"rendered":"Pigs as Pets &#8211; What You&#8217;re Not Being Told"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bcr_UpdPnlStory\">\n<div id=\"bcr_pnlStoryAtAGlance\" class=\"story-glance\">\n<div class=\"story-highlights\">\n<h3 data-jsid=\"expanderHead\">From : https:\/\/healthypets.mercola.com\/<\/h3>\n<h3 id=\"expanderHead\" data-jsid=\"expanderHead\">STORY AT-A-GLANCE &#8211; By Analysis by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/healthypets.mercola.com\/sites\/healthypets\/dr-karen-becker.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dr. Karen Shaw Becker<\/a><\/h3>\n<div id=\"expanderContent\" data-jsid=\"expanderContent\">\n<ul>\n<li><span id=\"bcr_rptStory_cslStory_0\">Breeders may label their pigs mini in comparison to farm pigs, which may reach 1,000 to 2,000 pounds, but so-called teacup and micro pigs will typically reach 100-plus pounds<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span id=\"bcr_rptStory_cslStory_1\">There\u2019s no such thing as a micro pig; breeders may tell new owners to underfeed piglets to stunt their growth and keep them small<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span id=\"bcr_rptStory_cslStory_2\">Some so-called micro pigs are actually commercial breeds originally intended for food and may even reach 500 pounds<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span id=\"bcr_rptStory_cslStory_3\">It\u2019s estimated that 90% of pigs adopted as pets in the U.S. end up being taken to a rescue when they become too large for their owners to handle<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span id=\"bcr_rptStory_cslStory_4\">If you understand that even a \u201cmicro pig\u201d will grow into a large animal that can easily weigh over 100 pounds, and you have the adequate space and necessary resources, adopting a pig in need of a home may be right for you<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"bodytext\" class=\"bodytextdiv\">\n<p>At first glance, micro or teacup pigs, which are said to be small versions of their farmyard counterparts, seem like a perfect pet. They\u2019re undoubtedly adorable and have above-average intelligence when it comes to barnyard animals. Pigs can make excellent companions and may even be trained to go for walks, do tricks and use a litterbox or go potty outdoors.<\/p>\n<p>This allure has made\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/healthypets.mercola.com\/sites\/healthypets\/archive\/2019\/05\/23\/pet-pig.aspx\">pigs popular pets<\/a>\u00a0in the U.S., especially because breeders often promise that the micro pigs will stay small. Fast-forward a few years later, however, and the owners find themselves with a pig that has kept growing and growing.<\/p>\n<p>Unable to adequately handle and care for an animal that weighs hundreds of pounds, many owners surrender their \u201cmicro\u201d pigs to rescue organizations, which are feeling the strain of the micro pig myth.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking with The Guardian, Kevin Kersley, who breeds knee-height KuneKune pigs, calls micro pigs a \u201cfallacy,\u201d stating, \u201cUnscrupulous people tend to breed the runts of the litter to try to decrease the size of the pig, but genetically the original size is built into the offspring, even though its parents may be small.\u201d<sup><span id=\"edn1\" data-hash=\"#ednref1\">1<\/span><\/sup><\/p>\n<h2>Micro Pigs Are a Myth<\/h2>\n<p>The idea that your tiny piglet is going to stay small or only grow to the size of a small dog is one of the greatest misconceptions surrounding pigs as pets. The California Potbellied Pig Association (CPPA) explained:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em>\u201cA 60 lb. mature pig is actually very rare, despite long standing myths to the contrary. Also be aware that 100 lbs. to 150 lbs. weight is only achieved with a strict diet. A 300 lb. potbellied pig is not uncommon if it is overfed, and a 300 lb. pig could be very difficult to transport, and it will probably suffer many health problems.\u201d<\/em><sup><span id=\"edn2\" data-hash=\"#ednref2\">2<\/span><\/sup><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Pig Inn Heaven, a U.K.-based pig sanctuary, explains, \u201cA micro pig is a piglet, then it grows.\u201d<sup><span id=\"edn3\" data-hash=\"#ednref3\">3<\/span><\/sup>\u00a0Sadly, breeders may even tell new owners to feed their \u201cmicro pig\u201d only a small amount of food in order to keep it small. One woman was feeding her micro pig one-half cup of food twice a day at the breeder\u2019s instruction, only to find it raiding the pantry and trash can. A veterinarian told her the pig was actually starving.<\/p>\n<p>Further, the pig, which was supposed to grow to be only 12 inches tall, ended up reaching 20 inches tall and 180 pounds, at which point she was brought to a pig rescue, Lil\u2019 Orphan Hammies, in California.<\/p>\n<p>The problem has gotten so bad that the North American Potbellied Pig Association estimated that 90% of pigs adopted as pets in the U.S. end up being taken to a rescue.<sup><span id=\"edn4\" data-hash=\"#ednref4\">4<\/span><\/sup>\u00a0Sue Parkinson of Lil\u2019 Oprhan Hammies told CBS News, \u201cThere are not enough homes out there anymore. These pigs are in big trouble.&#8221;<sup><span id=\"edn5\" data-hash=\"#ednref5\">5<\/span><\/sup><\/p>\n<h2>Pet Pig Problems<\/h2>\n<p>There are other common problems with owning a pig as a pet, such as where to find veterinary care. Most cat and dog veterinarians don\u2019t treat pigs, which may be considered farm animals, not pets. As such, you\u2019ll need to find a veterinarian who specializes in such animals, which means you may need to travel some distance and be able to transport your very large pig for regular veterinary care.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s more, owning a pig may not be\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/healthypets.mercola.com\/sites\/healthypets\/archive\/2017\/09\/07\/potbellied-pig.aspx\">legal where you live<\/a>, and if it is, there may be size or number restrictions. Before adding a potbellied pig to your family, check out your local (city and county) ordinances to avoid potential heartbreak.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, too, that pigs are herd animals and should be adopted in pairs or more. \u201cNever keep a pig on its own, that\u2019s just downright cruel,\u201d Kersley told The Guardian.<sup><span id=\"edn6\" data-hash=\"#ednref6\">6<\/span><\/sup>\u00a0He also recommends keeping pigs outdoors in a paddock or garden, not in your house.<\/p>\n<p>Pigs are highly intelligent and inquisitive and require a great deal of mental stimulation. They can get into trouble if you don\u2019t have a safe area from them to scamper, dig, root, forage and roam in. Likewise, without an outlet for play, exercise and emotional health, pet pigs may become depressed, destructive or aggressive. CPPA also pointed out:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em>\u201cUnderstand that pigs are different than cats or dogs \u2014 the bonding time is different, the way they show affection is different and the engagement you will have with them is different \u2014 it&#8217;s super rewarding but it\u2019s different.\u201d<\/em><sup><span id=\"edn7\" data-hash=\"#ednref7\">7<\/span><\/sup><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"productad\"><\/div>\n<h2>Can Pigs Ever Make Good Pets?<\/h2>\n<p>Pigs are wonderful animals and can make great pets if you\u2019re prepared for their size and special needs. You should not assume that any pig you adopt will stay mini. Breeders may label their pigs mini in comparison to farm pigs, which may reach 1,000 to 2,000 pounds, but so-called teacup and micro pigs will typically reach 100-plus pounds.<\/p>\n<p>Those that don\u2019t may have been underfed to stunt their growth,<sup><span id=\"edn8\" data-hash=\"#ednref8\">8<\/span><\/sup>\u00a0and some micro pigs are actually commercial breeds originally intended for food, and may even reach 500 pounds.<sup><span id=\"edn9\" data-hash=\"#ednref9\">9<\/span><\/sup>\u00a0If you\u2019re thinking you can adopt a tiny pig that will be content to live in your apartment like a cat or small dog, a pig is definitely not the right pet for you.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you understand that even a \u201cmicro pig\u201d will grow into a large animal that can easily weigh over 100 pounds, adopting a pig in need of a home may be right for you. In this case, basic requirements of pig ownership include:<sup><span id=\"edn10\" data-hash=\"#ednref10\">10<\/span><\/sup><\/p>\n<table class=\"generic-table left-align\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">At least 0.5 acres of land (in an area where pig ownership is legal)<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Outdoor housing or a shed for your pig<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">Access to a farm veterinarian<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Regular grooming, including trimming of hooves and tusks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">An area of mud for your pig to wallow in<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Optimal food, grass for grazing, fresh fruit and vegetables<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">Fresh water daily<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Regular exercise for your pig<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">Spending time with the daily, as pigs are social creatures<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\">Appropriate fencing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From : https:\/\/healthypets.mercola.com\/ STORY AT-A-GLANCE &#8211; By Analysis by\u00a0Dr. Karen Shaw Becker Breeders may label their pigs mini in comparison to farm pigs, which may reach 1,000 to 2,000 pounds, but so-called teacup and micro pigs will typically reach 100-plus pounds There\u2019s no such thing as a micro pig; breeders may tell new owners to [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3961","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-other-pets"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Pigs as Pets - What You&#039;re Not Being Told | The Animal Health Foundation<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.animalhealthfoundation.org\/blog\/2020\/03\/pigs-as-pets-what-youre-not-being-told\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Pigs as Pets - What You&#039;re Not Being Told | The Animal Health Foundation\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"From : https:\/\/healthypets.mercola.com\/ STORY AT-A-GLANCE &#8211; 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