The i is uniformly black and has short legs and a lowhanging belly, from which the name derives. This will be a lot easier if you set them up for sucess from the beginning. Just make sure you have time and energy to give your pig. Surgical considerations include correction of the entropion often 360, removal of fat pads within the affected eyelids, and removal of the excessive forehead brows. Incidence varies but can be very high within certain herds. This guide covers every aspect of the pot bellied pig and it is the only book you will need to make your pot belly pig happy and to make you a happy pig owner. Detailed history of the potbellied pig north american.
If a potbellied pig owner doesnt watch the pigs diet, the pig may end up weighting only 100 to 200 pounds. We do not recommend underfeeding or overfeeding a pig. Vietnamese potbellied is the exonym for the lon i vietnamese. The disease in pigs is an accurate animal model of the disease in human beings and is an important cause of economic losses in the pig industry. The potbellied pigs body is 8 to 26 inches tall, depending on the breed. Veterinary care of potbellied pet pigs by lorrie b. It is recommended that female potbellied pigs kept as pets be completely spayed the removal of both the uterus and ovaries, not just removal of the ovaries as is sometimes done at 3. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading. Press shift question mark to access a list of keyboard shortcuts. Potbellied pigs as a family pet provides all the basics that you need to know to have a healthy, happy piggie.
Make sure you have a vet willing to take on pigs as clients. Facts about pigs mini pig info mini pig info mini pig. To educate, advocate, protect miniature pigs, improve breeding practices, as well as encourage responsible mini pig ownership, to further the progression of the breed through dna parentage confirmation and future documentation of ancestry. I got this book secondary to another one that was sorely lacking. Many pigs unfortunately weigh much more than this due to poor diet, overfeeding and lack of exercise. Increase volume decrease volume v seek forward seek backward book the complete guide for the care and training of pet potbellied pigs. Any size pig can become obese very easilywithout proper food management. Keeping pet pigs in the house housebreaking pigs keeping pet pigs in the yard rooting and gardening veterinary care, vaccination and health care feeding, nutrition, dieting training walking on a leash this book was originally published in 1989.
A good candidate for owning a potbellied pig, as with any pet, is someone who has time to devote to caring for the animal and who is prepared financially to provide veterinary care, should it become ill or have other problems, says dr. As a pet, the potbellied pig is, however, quite a bit of work, and therefore should only be seriously considered if the owner is ready, willing and. For years, kathleen has brought her expertise, knowledge and understanding of the potbellied pig to pet owners around the world through her internet site and most recently through her book the complete guide for the care and training of pet potbellied pigs. In some ways, potbellied pigs are not all that different from dogs in that they are easily housebroken, leash trainable, and behavior trainable. You want your pig to get the veterinary care necessary to thrive. Mar 29, 2019 a miniature potbelly pig can be a great pet for you, but make sure you can care for one adequately. Breeding and reproduction of potbellied pigs all other. The perfect therapy pig lois and buttercup, who volunteer through petpartners a nonprofit that brings therapy, service and companion animals to people in need had to get certified. In your home, however, one potbellied pig will most likely suffice. Oct 30, 2008 a potbellied pig would be a shoein for miss congeniality year after year. Nancy shepherd, author of potbellied pig parenting, points out that pigs are not only very affectionate animals but, perhaps most notably, they are very intelligent. Pot bellied pigs are social, fun to play with and trainable. Pot bellied pigs need to be vaccinated for different diseases like rabies, erysipelas, tetanus, leptospirosis, rhinitis, mycoplasma and pneumonia.
They are much calmer and much smaller than a farm pig. When you first get your pet pig, if it is a baby, you only need to give it 14 cup of pig feed in the morning and 14 cup in the evening. Vietnamese potbellied pigs vpbps were first domesticated in southeast asia around six thousand years ago. Potbellied pigs in your home by dennis kelseywood 1994 t. Some believe it is millions of years while yet others hold to the fact that pigs theyre part of creation. Potbellied pigs became a pet of fashion in the united states in the early 1980s to mid1990s. See more ideas about pot belly pigs, pet pigs and mini pigs.
A pot bellied pig is usually full grown at three years of age and 50175 pounds. Potbellied pigs like to form big herds in the wild, mainly as a form of protection. However, when deciding to purchase a pot bellied pig, youll also need to consider the additional costs on food, supplies and medical care. Contact nancy to reserve your potbellied pig today. Because of the problems pig parents experience during this period, adolescents pigs run a high risk of being abandoned or taken to a shelter. See more ideas about pot belly pigs, mini pigs and pet pigs. Owners of a potbellied pig soon discovered their pet porker could tip the scales around 300 pounds without a lot of encouragement. Breeding and reproduction of potbellied pigs all other pets. Rooting is not only an important and innate part of a potbellied pigs behavior, its also incredibly beneficial for its overall health and wellbeing. Bilateral entropion in a vietnamese potbellied pig. Care of pet pigs is simple if you have the proper knowledge before you start. Lack of estrus in a female pig 3 months or older should be considered a possible sign of pregnancy, especially if the pig has been kept with male potbellied pigs. Feb 28, 2017 rooting is the act of a potbellied pig digging and searching with its snout.
Tell me about potbellied pigs, writes richard of belmont. This unique spiral bound hard covered book includes acid free bright white paper and. Unfortunately not many owners were educated adequately about the care and maintenance of a potbellied pig and many were abandoned in newly formed pig sanctuaries and pig rescue organizations. Select a vet trained or at least interested in learning about the care of the potbellied pig. A potbellied pig would be a shoein for miss congeniality year after year. The perfect therapy pig lois and buttercup, who volunteer through petpartners a nonprofit that brings therapy, service and companion animals to people in need had to get certified before buttercup could be, in a word, unleashed. A pot bellied pig grows for at least two to three years. General care of the pot bellied pig pot bellied pigs can be very clean and intelligent animals, especially if they are brought up to be clean from birth. A similar syndrome occurs in vietnamese potbellied pigs. Your pot belly pig information center vietnamese potbellied. As we added more information and pictures, requests for yet more information and pictures kept coming in. Pigs are smart, and as a pet, a potbellied pig requires a patient owner willing to spend time on.
Potbellied pigs are approximately 110 of the size of regular farm pigs, of the size of miniature horses, usually shorter than a labrador retriever and should weigh less than a st. Some of the refugees brought some north with them and then in the 1950s some were brought into europe for zoos. You will need to play with your pig to assure it stays in shape. Unlike production pigs, which can weigh up to 900 pound, most mature potbellied pigs weigh between 100 and 250 pounds. Your pig is testing his position in the new family. Then in the 1970s keith connell went to europe to import unique pigs for the canadian zoos. Pot bellied pigs need to be vaccinated for different diseases like rabies, erysipelas, tetanus.
Veterinary care north american pet pig association. These pigs were imported for zoological gardens but when people realized how smart and devoted they are they were soon in demand. When someone says pet pigs, that used to be synonymous with the vietnamese pot bellied pig but that is not a true statement today. In addition to potbellied pigs and professionals insist that all miniature pigsincluding juliana, kune kune, etc. Pig o my heart potbellies the pig persons perfect pet. And its important to make the transition from living with littermates to peoplemates as smooth and painless as possible. Dec 01, 2011 a good candidate for owning a potbellied pig, as with any pet, is someone who has time to devote to caring for the animal and who is prepared financially to provide veterinary care, should it become ill or have other problems, says dr. Miniature pot bellied pigs certain breeders 35 to 60 lbs.
Id recommend this book to anyone in the market for a pot bellied pig. This book includes useful facts and information on pet pigs including. Potbelly pigs usually weigh around 820 ounces at birth. Pigs are smart, and as a pet, a potbellied pig requires a patient owner willing to spend time on discipline and behavior modification. Interview your prospective vet to determine his experience with the potbellied pig and his interest in learning more about your pig s care. Some pig parents are taken by surprise with the normal maturation, behavior, and needs of the young pig.
Excellent information for the small animal practitioner. Piglet to one year north american pet pig association. The information in this booklet comes from the authors experience as well as two book sources. The truth about pigs blog can be read by clicking here. Oct, 2016 6 pets for apartments that will ruin your life and your lease. If you do not agree with the way someone is with their pigs, it is not your job to lecture, bully, or judge them. History of the potbellied pigs north american pet pig. Feeding and nutrition of potbellied pigs exotic and. Potbellied pig ownership north american pet pig association. Pot bellied pigs require extra patience and lots of love, but more than make up for it with their personality. While a potbelliedpig is a major responsibility, the rewards can be incredibly worthwhile when you consider how these animals behave in the home.
All about pot bellied pigs heartland farm sanctuary. Detailed history of the potbellied pig north american pet. From selecting the right pig to housing, from feeding to breeding, this book covers all aspects of potbellied pig care. These animals can range in size from 40 to nearly 200 lbs. It is the type most common in vietnam and the pig known as the vietnamese potbellied pig. The potbellied pig became almost extinct during the wwii famine in china. Potbellied pigs erica mede, cvt natural history pot bellied pigs are often called vietnamese and asian pot bellied pigs aptly named for their round appearance.
Pigs use their snouts for fun, to excavate items to play with, but also to dig holes to lie in, illescas says. Pot bellied pigs are approximately 110 of the size of regular farm pigs, of the size of miniature horses, usually shorter than a labrador retriever and should weigh less than a st. A larger pig up to 90kg but still very small compared with domestic pigs. Veterinary care of potbellied pet pigs paperback may 5 2009. A miniature potbelly pig can be a great pet for you, but make sure you can care for one adequately.
This booklet is just an overview of the general care of potbellied pigs to help you decide if a pig is the right pet for you. Dennis kelseywood this book covers every topic dealing with the daytoday care of a potbellied pig, including housing, feeding, breeding theory, and. Potbellied pig behavior and training, revised edition. These animals are a subspecies of the domestic farm pig and have several of the same characteristics, especially personality wise. Pot bellied pig care size the pot bellied pig is sturdy with short legs, a slightly swayed back, a pendulous belly, a short tail ending with a flowing switch, short and erect ears, and a snout that varies from short and stubby to long and elegant. Although just a couple of pages at first, the site continued to grow and thrive, attracting more and more visitors. The adult pigs can weigh up to 60110 pounds, 1220 inches in height, and can live 1520 years. It is very difficult to find a vet who will deal with a pot bellied pig beyond the basic care.
Pigs4evers company mission is to offer you the most up to date information available on the care and well being of pet pot bellied pigs. They adapt very well to children, other pets and to the environment. A pig can definitely take a blow and not turn around and want to attack. Unfollow mini pot belly pigs to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Ive cared for dozens of animal species, professionally and personally, including one potbellied pig who arrived at the shelter so young. Approximately 1 oz every 46 hr should be fed from a bottle with a nipple until the pig is trained to drink the milk from a shallow bowl or pan. Pot bellied pigs on average grow to be 150200 pounds. Rooting is the act of a potbellied pig digging and searching with its snout. Oh what fun it is to prepare your home for that new little sweetie pig. Nov 2, 2015 potty training is one of the first things a pig parent will work on with their piglet. Potbellied pigs as your new family pet by michael taylor. Pet pot bellied pig, farm animal, new mexico us32 jmr0497 julien mcroberts drawing book is a great way to start sketching, drawing, designing, scrapbooking, or just jotting down your thoughts. Written in a clear and concise manner and illustrated throughout with lovely fullcolor photos, it provides potbellied pig owners with all the information they need and want about their porcine companions. She currently contributes monthly articles to several online publications.
Find out how to choose the right pig, train your pig to obey and how to discipline it, follow the pig programming philosophy, use the tenstep program for learn the commonsense approach to enjoy your potbellied pig from an expert trainer who has owned numerous potbellied pig trick campions of the world and has appeared on national tv countless. Pot bellied pigs, pot belly pigs, vietnamese pot bellied pigs, chinese pot bellied pigs, and sometimes referred to as miniature pot bellied pigs about 125 lbs. Put pig o my heart experience to work for your pigs. Its black skin is wrinkled, particularly about the head with a dished face, narrow forehead and small upright ears.