Mini Pet Pig Basics
Now that I am raising mini pet pigs, I want to make great pets – not just produce pigs and pass them off as great pets! That means that I do everything in my power to socialize all of our piglets. Does this mean that I bring them in after weaning them? Keep them inside for two weeks and then ship them off to their new homes? No. I bring each mother pig inside, when she is getting close to farrowing. I sit with her and comfort her through each contraction; and I hold, touch and carry each piglet every single day. My two sons and husband also help by playing with the piglets everyday. We love each and every pig that we take care of; and my goal is to give each mini pet pig a wonderful quality of life. Pigs are not just an animal to me – they are family.
Before You Choose A Piglet
It is so important to do your research, before deciding to bring a mini pet pig into your home. Research will allow you to be informed, prepared and confident in your decision. More than 75% of piglets are re-homed within the first year of their life. I love my piglets and I do NOT want them to go through the heartache of being re-homed. Being educated and having reasonable expectations will give each family and piglet the best chances of success and a happy life together.
Please take time to read through the information I have provided on this website. My goal is to guide you through the process of bringing a piglet into your safe, loving home.
Life With A Pig
Many people think that a mini pet pig is like owning a dog or cat; but pigs are nothing like either animal! They are more like a toddler that needs constant attention, training, loving discipline and affection. Pigs feel emotion and have mood swings, just like a toddler. They need to be watched and supervised because, like a child, they can get into things and/or get hurt.
Pigs are herd animals and need to be kept in their proper place, so they don’t try to take over the family herd. If they are spoiled, they tend to become very bossy and entitled. Imagine a really spoiled child that throws tantrums, demands things, is bossy and feels entitled to whatever they want. No one wants to be around this kid; and therefore no one wants to be around a spoiled pig either.
To keep your pig in their proper place, it is important that they look to their family as their leaders. A well-trained, obedient mini pet pig is a joy to be around, because they are calm and content. A well-behaved pig takes hard work and consistency.
