by Mark Earle | | Pig Breeds
Duroc pigs are not your average or typical breed of pet pigs as they are often raised as livestock and for crossbreeding purposes. The Duroc pigs are one of the older breed of domestic pigs and they were once a very large pig until they became fully domesticated and...
by Mark Earle | | Pet Pig FAQ
We all know that pigs like wallowing in mud, but you may also be wondering whether pigs love taking a dip in clean water just as much. Do pigs like to swim? Pigs are excellent swimmers, they definitely love swimming in water. In fact, some experts think that pigs may...
by Mark Earle | | Pig Breeds
Small pigs are the most demanded breeds of pigs to be raised and kept as pets. If you’re looking for a more different breed that is naturally small, Guinea Hogs can solve your curiosity. A Guinea hog is another popular pet breed of pig that is also commended by...
by Mark Earle | | Pet Pig FAQ
Pigs are becoming more and more popular as house pets, so a lot of people are starting to wonder how hard it really is to take care of them. How hard is it to take care of a pet pig? Pigs can be quite a challenge to take care of, especially if it’s your first...
by Mark Earle | | Caring For Pigs, Pet Pig FAQ
If you’re interested in getting a pet pig but already have other pets at home, it’s normal to wonder whether a pig would get along with your dog. So can pigs get along with dogs? Pigs do not normally get along well with dogs because of their very nature....
by Mark Earle | | Caring For Pigs
A huge part of taking care of any pet is knowing what kind of shots it would require, pigs included. So do pet pigs need vaccine shots? Even pet pigs need shots not just because it’s a requirement in some cities, but because it’s the best way to avoid...
by Mark Earle | | Pet Pig FAQ
Safety is one issue when adopting a new pet, and it’s important to find out potential safety hazards even if it’s just from a cute little pig. Do pigs bite? Pigs sometimes lash out and bite, usually either out of fear or out of lack of discipline. This is...
by Mark Earle | | Caring For Pigs, Pet Pig FAQ
Health and safety is always the top priority when deciding to adopt a pet for your home, so it’s important to find out whether pigs carry diseases or not. Can pigs carry diseases? Pigs can carry diseases that may affect its human owners, as well as the other...
by Mark Earle | | Pet Pig FAQ
You’ve probably seen Babe and Charlotte’s Web and started wondering whether pigs can actually be that expressive. Do pigs actually have the ability to smile? Pigs can definitely give some of the most endearing smiles you have ever seen from an animal. They...
by Mark Earle | | Pet Pig FAQ
Pigs need a lot of outdoor time, but you should also be ready to protect it from environmental aspects that it could shun away from, like the rain and the sun. So do pigs like the rain? Pigs may actually enjoy the rain because it can give two things that it loves...
