Sure, pigs may not be the first animal that comes to mind when you think of popular pets, but according to social media trends, that’s all changing. Pigs as pets have become more common since the 1980s and there are more being adopted every day. They’re smart enough to be trained like dogs, can be house trained, and you’ll be the only one in the neighborhood with one.
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The Tale of Sparky, the Brave Rescue Pig, and his Feline Bestie
Just two years old, Sparky the rescued pig has shown grit that’ll put the bravest to shame. Found in a garage as a piglet by Tiffany Paltauf, the brain behind Sleepy Pig Farm, Sparky has since battled and bested nasty parasites and mange. Sure, he’s small, but Sparky’s spirit?
Arnold Schwarzenegger Adds a Pet Pig to His Personal Petting Zoo
Arnold Schwarzenegger's new pet pig Schnelly will feel right at home with his roommates Whiskey the mini horse and Lulu the mini donkey!
Pignic – Enjoy a Stroll and Picnic with Cute Kune Kune Pigs
Who better to enjoy a picnic with than a few snack experts like these cute furry Kune Kune pigs?
Pigs can’t Fly? Meet the Swine who Shattered the Stereotype Over 100 Years Ago
Despite all the haters trying to hold him down, this little piggy took to the skies and became a hero among hogs.
Logan Paul’s pig Pearl found abandoned and neglected, rescued by Gentle Barn Sanctuary
YouTuber Logan Paul's pig Pearl was just found abandoned and in poor health, but was luckily rescued by The Gentle Barn Sanctuary.
These rescue piggies are ready for the holidays
This gang of adorable rescue pigs are dressed up and getting cozy for Christmas.
Roxy aka @roxxydepalma The Pot Belly Pig With the Biggest Smile In The World
There are many ways to communicate in this world but none translate quite like a genuine wide eyed smile. We’re not talking about that half “smile-til-you-love-it” type of smile. It’s that sweet bona fide “I’m having a good time” kind of smile that radiates in a room.
Hamlet the Piggy a Therapy Micro Pig That Thinks She’s a Dog
It’s 2022 and we’ve seen all kinds of therapy pets from emotional support peacocks to the more common therapy dog. For most people, a traditional “therapy dog” is more than enough, but what if you’re allergic to dogs? That’s the situation that Melanie Gomez found herself in when searching for a pet to support her with her epilepsy.
Laurie Zaleski Rescues Over 600 Animals After Escaping Domestic Violence
Based out of Mays Landing, N.J., Laurie Zaleski is the founder of Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary, a nonprofit animal rescue. ” Funny Farm” cares for more than 600 residents from chickens in diapers to three legged donkeys. And even though Zaleski is overseeing one of the largest animal rescues in the Northeast, she still found time to pen her inspirational memoir, Funny Farm, which was published this spring.
Special Needs Puppy and A Rescue Piglet Become Best Friends
Winnie is a special needs puppy that arrived at Charlotte’s Freedom Farm around 6 weeks. The family that bred him realized they weren’t able to properly care for him and his developmental issues. Unfortunately, his sternum did not develop properly, which left his lungs and heart unable to adequately protect itself.