{"id":20365,"date":"2020-03-23T15:48:51","date_gmt":"2020-03-23T15:48:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.mystart.com\/?p=20365"},"modified":"2023-07-13T16:42:32","modified_gmt":"2023-07-13T20:42:32","slug":"the-dos-donts-of-keeping-a-baby-pig-as-a-pet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mystart.com\/blog\/the-dos-donts-of-keeping-a-baby-pig-as-a-pet\/","title":{"rendered":"The Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts of Keeping a Baby Pig as a Pet"},"content":{"rendered":"

Having a baby pig as a pet can be quite fun.<\/p>\n

They like to nest and cuddle, they\u2019re intelligent, and best of all, they can be toilet trained just like dogs.<\/h1>\n

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These house pets don\u2019t demand much and can be kept indoors as well. However, just like the way you need to know what to do and what not do when raising a human baby, the same applies to baby pigs.<\/p>\n

Read on as we provide some basic pet care advice to keep you and your baby pigs happy. This includes developing a proper bond with them but also setting up boundaries to ensure that they don\u2019t wreak havoc in your home and still actually listen to half of what you\u2019re instructing them to do.<\/p>\n

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The Do\u2019s of being a Baby Pig Owner<\/h1>\n

Provide Them with a Place to Nest<\/h2>\n

Pigs like to roll around in soft blankets and get comfortable. You can even throw in some snacks as a treat every now and then. However, don\u2019t make the mistake of adding a rooting box full of hay. It\u2019s true that pigs enjoy rolling around in the hay, but they may start defecating in it as well, which will eventually lead to the most unpleasant stench in your house.<\/p>\n

Do Get Comfortable Picking Your Pig Up<\/h2>\n

Pigs like being picked up, but if you do it the wrong way, they\u2019ll squeal like it\u2019s nobody\u2019s business. Instinctually, pigs believe that the only times they\u2019ll be picked up is when they\u2019re being attacked, so get them comfortable. If you pick them up and they squeal. Let them down gently to make them feel secure. Over time, they\u2019ll start liking it.<\/p>\n

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Do Train Your Pigs<\/h2>\n

While pigs can be quite stubborn, it\u2019s possible to train them to respond when you call. Pigs are quite intelligent and will pick up on you trying to train them when they need food. Not training your pigs may lead to spoiled pig syndrome where the baby pig may run into any family members who they feel are \u201cweak.\u201d Training can be as basic as teaching them how to \u201ccome\u201d and \u201csit.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Don\u2019ts of Being a Baby Pig Pet Owner<\/h1>\n

Don\u2019t Treat Your Baby Pig like a Dog<\/h2>\n

Baby pigs can be like dogs at times when they want to cuddle, and when they beg you for snacks. But when they want attention, or they\u2019re being very stubborn, their behavior is almost catlike. Don\u2019t expect your pig to come running when you call it- it\u2019ll come to you only when it wants to.<\/p>\n

Similarly, you may be able to teach them a trick or two, but don\u2019t expect them to try very hard to please you like a dog would (you can try bribing them with food though).<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Expect Your Pig to Enjoy Cold Weather<\/h2>\n

While adult pigs are still better at handling the cold, baby pigs are not. During the winter, they\u2019ll probably spend most of their time by the heater. They may even stay close to the oven or turn up when you\u2019re using a hairdryer.<\/p>\n

Even though they love food, you won\u2019t be able to bribe them with snacks to go outside in the cold weather. It\u2019s best to just build them a nice cozy spot in a warm spot in the house.<\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t Spoil Your Pigs by Hand Feeding Them<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s a reason why truffle farmers use pigs to source truffles. Pigs rely on their sense of smell, which is quite strong since their eyesight isn\u2019t the best. Even if you\u2019re trying to show your love, don\u2019t let them eat out of your hand- even if the food has finished, they may still smell something and try to bite off your finger.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Give Your Pig Free Access to the Entire House<\/h2>\n

Pigs have tiny bladders, and if they\u2019re running all over your house, they may let loose if they really have to go. This will be especially worse if you have carpeted rooms or rugs lying around. Let them have access to fewer rooms and make sure their room\/litter space is easy for them to reach.<\/p>\n

If they have managed to pee somewhere else in the house, make sure to get the smell out properly to prevent them from returning.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Let Them Think they\u2019re In Charge<\/h2>\n

When left to their own devices, baby pigs can get quite out of hand. Train them to understand the word \u201cno.\u201d If they\u2019re going in places they shouldn\u2019t be in or doing anything stupid, you can tell them to stop and overtime, they\u2019ll actually start listening to you.<\/p>\n

This is also particularly important when you\u2019re potty-training them to keep them from pooping all over your house.<\/p>\n

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End Note<\/h1>\n

While you need to train your pig and learn the right way to handle it, the experience is quite fun. Every baby pig has a different personality, and with time, you\u2019ll be able to find out if the one you have likes being cuddled, what its favorite treats are, and what are the ways in which you can actually train it.<\/p>\n

For any technical queries like the diet of a baby pig, it\u2019s a great idea to consult a veterinarian so that you don\u2019t overfeed them, but they still get the recommended nutritional intake to encourage healthy growth. The vet will also be able to address any additional concerns you may have about any abnormal or aggressive behavior your baby pig might be displaying, especially if it\u2019s a rescue.<\/p>\n

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