Miniature Pig Research Paper

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Little piggies

Miniature pigs meaning a full grown pig under fifty pounds are great house pets, think of them as a medium size dog because that's what they act like. The miniature breedline of a pig is this adorable loving pig that thinks it’s a dog and just wants to curl up against you and watch TV with you. When considering on having a miniature pig as a pet you have to understand how to care for a pig and keep it happy so that it won't become destructive. Walking into your front door with your new little mini piglet will be extremely exciting thinking about the several steps that need to take place to have a good bond, knowing that a pig is just like a puppy at a young age means that the pig will require a lot of time and attention, …show more content…
While getting them use to there new home and owner it is a good time to pick out a name if you haven't already something that describes their personality is easiest. When it comes to feeding time for a miniature pig you only want to feed one/third of a cup twice a day tell your pig starts to grow then you can gradually feed them a cup twice a day. Just be cautious about how your pig is growing and eating to make sure there's no overfeeding even treats should be limited to maintain a healthy weight, Pigs are still pigs they will eat and eat and eat more if it is available. A pig should have a non-tip bowl of water placed with their food and at all times of the day. A pig needs water at all times available to them due to pigs don't perspire like dogs and cats. A pig feels at home and that's it is their home when they have their own spot that they can call their own. So a pig's bed is a place that they should feel safe and sound with many toys and soft fuzzy blankets to hide under or burrow into. Being a pet they do smell at times from going outside or just from getting dirty so they do need proper baths with baby soap and shampoos. After the bath you would want to use baby lotion or baby oil to help their skin from becoming dry and cracking for that makes them itchy and
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