The definition of a ‘micro pig’ is a pig that has been downsized over many generations and selectively bred to be smaller as an adult.
Basic information about micro pigs
They generallyuse one area as their toilet, usually a boundary edge, which if cleaned on a regular basis will promote a clean and odourless environment.
Pig’s manure can be composteddown and is excellent for your garden.
Micro pigs require feeding just once a dayin the morning. We also give our pigs an additional treat in the late afternoon with some apple, broccoli stems, carrots etc.
Their bedding is made up of barley straw, which needs topping up regularly. One traditional sized straw bale should a couple of weeks. In the winter, they like to keep themselves busy by munching on it, and they also use it to bury themselves in it to keep warm.
Micro pigs need a considerable amount of daily, fresh, clean drinking water.
A micro pig’s typical lifespan is around 10-15 years.
Micro pigs are ideal pets for people who suffer from pet fur allergies as they have hair, not fur.
Unlike dogs, micro pigs do not require daily walks. If you want to take your pet piggy for a walk, you must apply for a license first.
Micro pigs take 2-3 years to grow to their maximum size of approximatelyknee height, and more or less 1 metre long. Contrary to what people think, they do not stay piglets forever.
Micro pigs are kept healthy with amedicated feed given every monthor vaccination given at 6-12 monthly intervals. This keeps away disease and parasites (worms, pig mites, mange).
It is illegal to give leftoverfood scraps to your piggy due to possible disease spread.
Micro pigs are very friendly and sociable animals and love the company of other pigs. They can become sad and withdrawn if left alone and therefore it is recommended that they be bought in pairs.
Micro pigs especially love their tummy tickled – They will fall to one side when you begin to rub their tummy, it really is incredibly funny.
Facts About Micro Pigs
The definition of a ‘micro pig’ is a pig that has been downsized over many generations and selectively bred to be smaller as an adult.
Basic information about micro pigs
They generally use one area as their toilet, usually a boundary edge, which if cleaned on a regular basis will promote a clean and odourless environment.
Pig’s manure can be composted down and is excellent for your garden.
Micro pigs require feeding just once a day in the morning. We also give our pigs an additional treat in the late afternoon with some apple, broccoli stems, carrots etc.
Their bedding is made up of barley straw, which needs topping up regularly. One traditional sized straw bale should a couple of weeks. In the winter, they like to keep themselves busy by munching on it, and they also use it to bury themselves in it to keep warm.
Micro pigs need a considerable amount of daily, fresh, clean drinking water.
A micro pig’s typical lifespan is around 10-15 years.
Micro pigs are ideal pets for people who suffer from pet fur allergies as they have hair, not fur.
Unlike dogs, micro pigs do not require daily walks. If you want to take your pet piggy for a walk, you must apply for a license first.
Micro pigs take 2-3 years to grow to their maximum size of approximately knee height, and more or less 1 metre long. Contrary to what people think, they do not stay piglets forever.
Micro pigs are kept healthy with a medicated feed given every month or vaccination given at 6-12 monthly intervals. This keeps away disease and parasites (worms, pig mites, mange).
It is illegal to give leftover food scraps to your piggy due to possible disease spread.
Micro pigs are very friendly and sociable animals and love the company of other pigs. They can become sad and withdrawn if left alone and therefore it is recommended that they be bought in pairs.
Micro pigs especially love their tummy tickled – They will fall to one side when you begin to rub their tummy, it really is incredibly funny.
Some excellent websites to visit:
Information to help you learn raise the best pigs possible: http://raisingpigs.blogspot.com/
Livestock movements, identification and tracing pigs: http://www.defra.gov.uk/foodfarm/farmanimal/movements/pigs/index.htm
A guide for new keepers of pigs – includes info on pig movement, pig walking and feed advice: http://www.defra.gov.uk/foodfarm/farmanimal/movements/pigs/documents/new_owner_guide.pdf