Bringing Home Your Pig
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ส.ค. 2016
- Is your home prepared for your new pet pig? Learn how to start taking care of your new pet and don’t make these mistakes!
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I don't get why people dump the pig when it gets too big. I'd love it either way
I like them bigger
Ovis Aries I thought I was the only one that liked the adult pigs more than the piglets.
Legit had this happen but with a dog. He was supposed to be a small Chihuahua but ended up being a collie mix. Soo BIG difference in personality and size. Still love and have him :3
I don't think anyone should just dumb off an animal but if you can't handle the animal after a while for God sake surrender it to a no kill shelter it's just better for the animal to have an owner who can keep up with it's needs
Knowing how smart they are with their big personalities makes me so sad that they are in factory farms 😭
+Leanna Iden the conditions are horrible 😔
I can't wait to have a pig some day!!!
I've been rooting around your channel for the past 2 weeks for all of your pig videos-- would love to see more training videos like you mentioned here:) Thanks for all the info so far!
I just love Petunia!
+RatGirl44 🐷❤❤❤
I have a Juliana, Potbelly mix. He's about 2 now. I adopted him after his owners couldn't care for him anymore. I want to tell people that they can he destructive. I know you have talked about that in previous videos, but people need to understand that they love to root. They will root your floors. Mine are my linoleum flooring. They also love to scratch their backs. Their legs don't reach, so they can destroy molding or knock over light tables just getting their scratch on. My pig is about 100 pounds now, and he's not done growing. He used to love my children, but now he prefers to not be around them as much. Crate training is amazing for your indoor pig. However, if you don't have room for a ginormous crate that's going to be hard. My pig loves his crate, and it's his safe place. A crate is not a replacement for outside time or attention, but if you are not watching your indoor pig, and you do not want things messed with, it's a helpful tool in keeping your pig out of trouble. Just want people to not think pigs are super easy!!!
Also, even adult pigs scream. It's awful, but I do ignore.
It's small wonder that buyers fall in love with these animals. Nothing is cuter and more irresistible than a piglet between 8 and 12 weeks. They're funny, they're energetic, they're exceptionally smart--they're immediately litter trainable and will follow you whereever you go because as prey animals they see you as their "herd leader," as someone who provides protection, comfort (lots of blankets and a safe place of its own), and of course food. Because they're so adorable, this is the most "dangerous" time between pig and owner. Many owners submit to their piglet's charm and spoil it with food every time it "asks," and some owners even take piggy to bed with them (where the piglet soon learns to "root" on a soft part of the owner's flesh as though it were nursing with its mom).
It's a better bet to set firm examples from the start--about where and when to eat and where and when to sleep. The pig can be praised for good behavior and ignored (but never punished) for bad. And it can be rewarded with low-fat small treats for performing tricks like sit, stay, bow, spin (left, then right) in response to vocal commands. Consistency is what counts. A pig who is not fed on time will let the owner know about it--whether through squealing or knocking down a computer or pulling out the drawer full of clothing. Pigs are creatures of routine and habit, so be careful what patterns you choose for your pet to follow. Everything you're shown in this video is on the money--so pay special heed to each step, beginning with the business about zoning laws before submitting to the urge to buy.
And equally as important as zoning laws is the availability of a VET who will treat pigs. They can be few and far between. I didn't find one in my first five calls, and finally was referred to a livestock vet 40 miles away from me. If that's a serious factor in your schedule, your time, your transportation abilities, maybe it would be better to look for a more conventional animal. And since the ultimate size and weight of a pig can be so unpredictable, you should consider the type of vehicle you have. A coupe or sedan could prove impractical for an older, larger pig. And even an SUV is no guarantee that the pig will climb on board (fortunately, most do, especially with some treat incentives. And once in the vehicle, most pigs really enjoy riding. It makes them feel like they're part of the family's regular activities, which is what they crave.)
Finally, a controversial statement. Most pigs are exceptionally smart and "selfish" animals. They won't do anything they don't want to do. Most don't immediately give the sort of "unconditional love" as dogs do. The owner must be creative, coming up with ways to make the pig think that any desired action or response is the pig's, not the owner's, idea. Before performing any action, a pig will be thinking: "Now, what's in this for ME?" In many respects, they're like 2-3 year-old human children. They know what they like--what tastes good, feels good, and is fun to do. Child psychologists call this the "narcissist" stage of development, before the child has learned how to exercise restraint, to postpone self-gratification, and to empathize with others. Just as a child in its "terrible twos" can be hard to please, so can your pig. They're born "problem-solvers," and when you're the one who is the obstacle to their pleasure, don't be surprised if the pig begins working on YOU to respond to its demands. Be firm, remain cool, walk away if necessary. Allowing a pig to see for itself the outcome of bad behavior--namely, that it will exclude itself from its family (even if that's only you)--is always more effective than a more direct form of punishment.
Of course, there are exceptions to all the generalizations about animals as intelligent as pigs (without speed or fighting skills, it relies on its wits for survival). If a pig proves super-resistant to taking to a leash, let it go, no big deal. It deserves some small victories in this ongoing transaction between animal and human, or between the pig's desire for more freedom and the owner's for better behavior. A pig's love of community is so strong that, in some instances, I've seen it take priority over food incentives: in other words, the pig would rather earn the owner's praise and acceptance than receive a food treat! (But don't count on it.)
I like Rainbow, petunia and Maybell
Such a great, informative video! A mini pig is def one of my dream pets. They seem like such rewarding animals to own. ❤️🐷
I love your pig videos! I know a pig is not for me at this time, but I hope someday. But I'm loving hearing about people's pet pig realities... and what to expect, the differences between mini breeds and the like. I wish I could find a mini pig sanctuary to volunteer and and meet these guys in person to get a better handle on what they're like. But I plan on buying goods from pig rescues/sanctuaries and/or donating to help the little piggers out soon.
I'm so glad you made this video as I'm bringing home 2 pet piggies today. Talk about timing!
+somewhatsatisfied Wow! 🐷🐷❤
You have the person I'm looking for. I'm considering in buying a Julianna pig then!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH THE INFO IN THE DESCRIPTION😍😍😍😍😍
VERY MUCH APPRECIATED.
love this video and petunia too!!!!
I love pigs so much and I am planning to get one this video was so much help! I love your vids you are my favorite TH-camr. Thank you so much
+AdellaMarie 🐷❤
thanks to you now I have 2 baby pigs before I even got a pig I went to the library to check out books about pigs and then watched your videos cause my friends told me to watch this video plus I watched the ones that you showed in the screen :D
I can't wait until my pigs get big 😍 she is sooooo cute! So glad you made this clearing up the micro pig myth. Drives me crazy seeing people say they want a "teacup" or a "micro" pig and have NO idea they do not stay 25 lbs.
I just got a rescue pig today sir Francis bacon is asleep in the bed of my truck till tomorrow wen I build him a new pen in the yard
SIR FRANCIS BACON!?
Animal Adventure yep that's his name lol
This was so good
And I also love your horse
I'm getting one in a few days... had a question right now its winter time for me and my piglet I read that piglets cant go outside for 6 weeks or 4 months cant remember right now is that true because I did want him to go outside to use the bathroom
I love your corgi
Have you got any merch?
So I just got a potbelly piglet that is 6-7 weeks old but never been messed with so his scared and I can’t get close to him he freaks out. Do you have any advice?
Yay, another informative video! Okay, I know this is a broad topic but can you cover animal abuse and/or animal rights? Keep up the amazing work!
How does Petunia get along with your dog? I have a slightly territorial German Shepherd and I'm afraid he'll get angry with it, what would you say?
I'm 10 and my dream is to have a pig. Guess what? I'M GETTING ONE SOON!!!!! I'm SO EXCITED!!
Hey Meghan i love all your videos and I was wondering if you could do more videos on your dogs
Like maybe your thoughts on shelters, breeders and other adoption methods and how you got your dogs
Can you please show us your guinea pig cage and talk about the nessesary requirements? I am look for an upgrade for mine and I think people dont know enough about their needs.
Young Lady not only very educational, you are also very well spoken,.....ohhh and holy holy Santa you're adorable................
+RAMPAIGE82 lol thanks 😄
Ok since they are so smart how do you disipline them? Positive reenforcement can only go so far..
Do you have any information about breaking a baby pig from a bottle. I have tried a lot of things he is not having it. He was already eating from a bottle when I got him.
What was your process in potty training your pig to the outdoors
I love your pig
hi can you please make a video on your mini pigs daily diet
hey, can you please do a video on how to care for a rose breasted (galah) cockatoo
+Happy Tails How could i convince my mother to get me A potbelly pig we have the room and I have studied hard!! If you could help that would make my day!! ps i loveeee your chanel
im getting a mini pig that has a mother that is a julianna and a dad who is a vietnamese pot belly so shes a pretty cool piggy
Do more chinchilla videos ! I'm getting a chinchilla in about a week , so I was wondering if you can do something related too it's cage or how too set up a natural habitat for it .
Hi. I was going to ask if you could do a video of when you first get a pig is it okay to have it live outside at about 10 weeks old or 1 month. plz i would love to know what you think on a video!!
+parrin z no, if you can't keep it inside I don't think you should get it
I like the bunny.
Hi I really want to get a pet hedgehog because they are really cute and I think I could take care of one on my own do you think you could make a video on how to get your parents to let you buy a hedgehog?
I already have five pigs
You should do podcasts. I'd listen
ok thanks
I like your pig
Great video! we met a pig w/owner at the large nearby farm-feed-pet store, where we go and bring our dog along (black lab mix); Yeah, so there was this guy and he had his pig on a leash, it was small .. about the size of medium terrier. He insisted that it's a special breed that it will NOT get any bigger; in fact, the pig was quite a few years old! His pig and our dog hit it off wonderfully right away! I would like to know what kind of pig that might have been? I love pigs so much .. would like to have one. Thnx for the informative vid', will chck out the others. ... Oink
+Anvanho lol that guy is in for a surprise
can you do a video on how to keep a rabbit calm when you have just brought it home
Love pigs but I'm not fit to have one neither is my home but love the video ..❤️🐷can u do more bunny videos
happy tails r u selling ur paintings
Does anyone have advice on how to tame/bond with a parrot that wasn't hand raised? I have a parrotlet and have been trying for months and he still tries to attack me ;-;
It is hard to tell but a lot maybe as long as a garden and it dose have a shed
can you do a video of how to get/take care of peafowl
This includes care th-cam.com/video/9WW6YJen-xw/w-d-xo.html
Can you do a video on all the "baby" pets you have right now or if any of your pets are going to have babies? also this is a very helpful channel :)
Whats better a female mini pig or a male mini pig
Because im thinking of buying 2 and it will either be 2 males or 2 females
+kayla roeten both make great pets, males do need to be neutered
My uncle wants me to keep the pig in 3 places most of the day kitchen my room and when it’s board I have to take it on a walk
please make more videos with pigs! they are one of my favorite animals.
I thought that I had a mini pig. Turns out they are both razor backs/wild hogs. Jojo is mine and she never leaves me alone. Benny has been spade but he acts like a wild boar. When they were in the sheep pen , they brought down and killed the most aggressive ram in the paddock. Now we don't have any sheep because it's too dangerous for them.
I really want a Guinne pig or chinchilla for my bday next year or even for Christmas! Can u make a video for that?
she has done a video on both of those animals. But just a little advice I have, chinchillas and guinea pigs both need to be kept in pairs. and both have completely different life styles. chinchillas need large tall cages (such as Critter nations) whilst guinea pigs need cages with a lot of floor space.
their diets are as far apart as it can be as well, guinea pigs need fruit and veg and hay. whereas chinchillas need hay and special chinchilla food, they cannot eat fruit or veg. I would say research as much as possible before getting your new pet!
hi I'm new to you're channel could you please do a video on cats?
Can you do a tortoise video plz
What kind of hygiene stuff do you have to do to your pig.
+happytails thanks this helped
What about goverment houseing
do pigs need to be housed inside? i want to get a shed to house one in outside.
Brandy Gile it depends on the weather and the predators
hey happy tails
I was wondering if your a vegetarian?
hi i am getting a Juliana pig and wanted to know about the its diet. I know what is good and bad for it but i don't know how much i give it pls reponed --thank you
+NiceDice8803 I have a diet video in my pig playlist
Happy Tails thank you so much
Do gerbils video!🐭🐾
Please!!
I really want a Teacup pig, but I live in a neighborhood that does not allow pigs! Is there ANYTHING I can do to get one? I have always wanted one. 🐷🐽
+LetsCraftWithPaige find out of the rule applies to miniature pigs.
Happy Tails I LOVE pigs!!How can I convince my parents on getting one!? They keep saying no! And also, I live in a neighborhood too but I really want one
A teacup pig isn't a thing?? 😂
I live in the middle of the country side
Can u plz do a bunny video plz?
putuna is small
Nom nom nom
I put my pig in a cage with a fence and blankets cause I live on a farm is that ok????🐷
How much space does your pig have?
that's funny my pig just got nutured
I have a question. I have been wanting a micro pig for a while now and have done loads of research. I have a full notebook of important details to owning one. My last step is to convince my parents. I already have 2 dogs and they aren't sure if they want another pet in the house. I have everything figured out as to where I would put it etc. Any tips on convincing?
Also could you possibly do a mini pig care video?
Tons of research, and you haven't read about the threat of predatory dogs to prey pigs? Many a pig owner has paid of severe price after trusting a pet dog alone with their pet pig.
Can you do a hamster care video?
Anya Anya I don't think she has one
Do you live on a farm?
Can you do more horse videos
I got to see and pet a mini pig but they where in the same cage as a pregnant goat and I got a bruise the size of a quarter on my butt cause I got stabbed by the goat lol
Is a mini pig the same as a teacup/micro pig?
+Jade Rendon it doesn't matter what term is used, micro, mini, teacup, no pig will be full grown under 40lb
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How much are they I don't wanna get ripped off
Usually 600-800 dollars
+Leo's 101 there are tons and tons of mini pigs who need homes! There's a group on Facebook called pre loved pigs and they have a lot of baby minis being rehomed (:
You can never get ripped off with an animal. If you think of it that way, your not ready for a pet :)
+Leo's 101 wow I saw one that was 100 or 30 dollars XD
+GalaxyPet Paradise that was probably a pot belly pig, not a mini pig
If I get a pig will pitbull or cat be friends with minpugs
+Tricia Sagastume the dog will probably try to kill it
oh starts at 640
can you do a sugar glider video
+regular world1948 I did
in the uk where it's windy and rainy and cold ... sound horrible would it be cruel to keep them outside ? or are they house pets... I guess they are the size of large dogs 😂
do they really stink
+mike s. No pigs do not stink, they are very clean
Hmma mini big is too big for me. I'll look for a tiny pig.
Mini pig is the smallest pig that exists.
How about teacup do they get big
+Emma Goff th-cam.com/video/ngqJmUB1vsc/w-d-xo.html
But what breed are mini pigs really? Are they potbellied pigs? Because if i get a pig i want to go to a trustworthy place where the breeder tells me the actual breed and not that it's a mini pig.
+Lleuda Drift watch my pig playlist, video the truth about mini pogs
+Lleuda Drift pigs
do you have any hamsters plz like so she can see this I really want a hamster and ive done so much research another source well be good
I have a mini pig and its alot smaller than that pig
Its a juliana and micro mini mixed
+Annie _flowers how old is it?
+Annie _flowers how old is it?
Happy Tails hes 3 years old
Happy Tails i think he was the runt
my parents wont let me buy a pig unless I get older.
juliana .j OF COURSE YOUR GONNA GET OLDER LOL
I want a giant pig
jadyn jones lool
how bout this go to video one I have the pig i was wanting to see "bringing your pet home" i don't hear anything about coming home :(
First
Next time I'm guessing ur gonna get a big one in the first place!🐷
Why is it that you need to neuter the males but the females don't have to?
*in Soviet Russia pigs train you*
No. Spay your pig no matter what. There are health reasons to do so....its not just for behavioral reasons....
Animals with all their organs are actually healthier. Stay up to date with new research.
The only thing I did not care for about this video is that you said, "...register your pig as an emotional support animal..."
I just don't like that you said register. I know that you are a service dog handler and you know there is no such thing as legal registration for ESAs or service dogs.
+Emilie Anderson it helps those who do not know, to understand what I am talking about. Thank you for pointing it out :)