The popularity of pigs as pets has skyrocketed, and many pig lovers have purchased ‘mini’ or ‘micro’ pigs to live in their homes as companion animals. The intelligent and affectionate nature of pigs means they can be entertaining and great company. The craze of keeping pet pigs has been influenced in part by celebrities such as Paris Hilton, Victoria Beckham and Ariana Grande all posing with their porky pets. (Ariana’s pet pig is even the star of one of her music videos).
Pigs are smart enough to be trained like dogs, and can be house trained, walked on a leash and even taught tricks. The trend of keeping pigs as pets, however, has led to an influx of pet pigs to rescues, as their well-meaning owners struggle to meet the animal’s complex needs.
What do pet pigs eat; this may be a deal breaker for some. Like all pigs, pet pigs are seemingly always looking for food. Pet pigs are usually expensive to buy, and the cost of feeding them, maintaining their outdoor space and any vets bills can soon add up. When we take into account any damage mischievous pig may cause, the financial cost can become unmanageable. You may want to reconsider your plan to buy a pet pig if you can’t put the work and money into owning one….Ed
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