Photo Credit: @ticklepigandfriends Pigs can be aggressive, especially pot-bellied pigs. It is in their nature to do so. When you introduce a pig into your home, you become a part of their herd. The herd has a hierarchy that your pig will challenge to be on top. This is where the aggressiveness comes from. So …
Photo Credit: sausagelinx Having a pet pot-bellied pig is very different from more common pets such as dogs and cats. It is definitely not for everyone, so doing your research before you get one is extremely important. So many pig parents are abandoning their pot-bellied pigs because they never did their research before getting one. …
Photo Credit: @mr.dudleythepig Although mini pigs are very active pets, they also love their sleep. In this article, I will explain how much mini pigs sleep, where they sleep, and much more that you should know if you are planning on getting one. Not every mini pig is the same. They all have different personalities …
Photo Credit: saumotions One thing that is different about mini pigs from other more common pets is that sometimes they get aggressive. This can be very dangerous for you, your family, your other pets, and your guests. I have been charged at myself and have seen many examples of others being nudged, charged, and even …
Photo Credit: Will Thomas Kunekune pigs (pronounced “koo-nee koo-nee”) are great as pets, but only for the right people. After creating a lot of content around pet pigs and working with them myself, Kunekune’s have always interested me. Although they are not as popular as pot-bellied pigs, I actually believe that they are better than …
Photo Credit: @hippothepiggy Mini pigs are very social, and they need loving relationships in order to be happy. Many times you are not going to be able to be with your pig 24/7, so they may get lonely when you are not home. Having another pet is generally a good idea to keep your pig …
Photo Credit: @poppy.the.piggy Having mini pigs as pets has been gaining a lot of popularity, especially in the last couple of years. Before you get one of these beautiful pets, it’s important to know more about them. There is a lot of misconception in the pet pig world, so doing your research is very important. Mini …
Just like farm pigs, your pet mini pig will want to stick their snout in the dirt. This is known as rooting. Pigs naturally will do this because that is how they find nutrients in the soil. Even if you feed your mini pig the proper amount of nutrients, it won’t stop them from fulfilling …
Photo Credit: @ticklepigandfriends Having a pet pig is definitely not the easiest thing to deal with, especially when they chew on all of your belongings. Pigs chew a lot, especially in their teething phase when they are younger. The reason for all this chewing is because it is in their nature. Pigs instinctually have always had …
