i live on 2.5 acres in suburbia, i am thinking about getting a minature pig but need some info about them - does anyone own one or know anything about them. i would be at school in the day for 6 hours but my mum would be home. it could sleep in a barn we used to have chickens in at night - also DO THEY RUN AWAY??? we are not fenced!! thanks!
2007-11-04 21:04:54 · 8 answers · asked by andreasouthern 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
I own 3. They are also called potbellied pigs.
For the right people they make wonderful pets but for others they become a nightmare. You should do your homework first before getting one and be sure it is the pet for you as it is a long term commitment and they will depend upon you.
They don't come with a guarantee and if any breeder, rescuer or sanctuary owner guarantees the size, don't buy into it. They grow until they are over 3 years old and the average weight is between 90 and 150 pounds at maturity. The only way to know the true size is to adopt or buy a mature pig over 4 years old.
Fenced backyards are recommended so that the pig can have some outside time which they all need. If not, you should have a pen just for them. An easy pen to build is out of "hog panels" which come in 16 ft. sections so that four of them will make a good size pen for one or two pigs to loaf around in. Don't forget they will also need a shelter of some type to get in out of the elements such as: rain, sun, snow, etc.
Some towns and cities allow for the miniature pig. But always check with the zoning first and make sure you get it in writing. Don't leave it to chance or you might lose the pet you love
Potbellied and other miniature pet pigs need a food created just for them. Lots of different ones on the market. To name a few; Mazuri, Nutrina, Manna Pro, Champion, and Heartland. All are balanced nutrition and is all the pig(s) needs. Many of these will ship directly to your door if you can’t locate a dealer close to you. If it is not cost effective to have it shipped then you can substitute regular hog maintenance which is antibiotic free. You do not want the one that has the antibiotic because it will cause your pig to develop an immunity to antibiotics and then when it is sick, will be harder to treat. These foods were created for market hogs who don’t live a long life. Also, another alternative is unsweetened horse pellets. Remember, these are not created for miniature pigs but they are the closest to their food. You may have to adjust the amount due to the larger amount of protein in the food.
Potbellied and other miniature pet pigs need about 13 to 16% protein. No higher as it will cause them to gain weight and gain it too fast. One of the largest killers of the miniature pet pig is obesity. You really need to maintain a good diet.
2007-11-04 21:55:24 · answer #1 · answered by Akasha 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Miniture pigs can be loyal, loving pets. They generally have a stay at home attitude, so I don't think you will have to worry about that. Just in case, make sure the pig comes with a recipe book in case the pig becomes a pain.
2007-11-04 21:10:19 · answer #2 · answered by david d 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it particularly is impossible. Guinea pigs do no longer replace into pregnant yet extremely lay a large egg at approximately 3 weeks previous. This egg is then fertilized by using the male guinea pig and hatches indoors 3 weeks. in this way, guinea pigs are the quickest mating land mammal in this eco-friendly earth.
2016-12-08 12:31:58 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I want a miniature pig too. They are so precious and cute. There is no other animal as lovey and cuddly as a pig. They love human contact. Let me know how your's works out, then i will consider getting one.
2007-11-04 21:08:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
im no to sure about all those questions its sounds okay and like a good idea because you can handle it but it will run away and not on purpose but because, it wants to explore and it will get lost or if he gets scared he might run off and not ever look back.
2007-11-04 21:09:42 · answer #5 · answered by mhmm(; 1|22|11 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Checkout
http://www.rspca.org.uk/servlet/Satellite?pagename=RSPCA/RSPCARedirect&pg=FarmyardAnimalsPetCare&marker=1&articleId=1154077760661
2007-11-04 21:08:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
leave the pigs where they are...yes they will run away. They're animals...
2007-11-04 21:07:59 · answer #7 · answered by Chrys 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
simple....get a chinese midget!
2007-11-04 21:08:47 · answer #8 · answered by Sean Lawlor 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋