Pet Health : Pigs

Why Spay and Neuter: The Benefits for Pets

Spay and neuter — you’ve likely heard these terms before, especially if you have pets....Read More

RB the potbellied pig eating some lettuce as part of a healthy pig diet

What to Feed a Potbellied Pig

Potbellied pigs are omnivores, so their natural diet in the wild would include roots, veggies, nuts, seeds, berries, worms...Read More

Veterinary specialist holding a kitten on an exam table

What Do Veterinary Specialists Do?

Veterinary medicine is now more and more specialized, with veterinary specialties in surgery, dermatology, oncology, ophth...Read More

Potbellied Pig Information

Thank you for your interest in adding a companion pig or two to your family. Here you will find information on owning and caring for potbellied pigs....Read More

Two dogs who have been spayed. Spaying or neutering is important for all pets.

Pet Spay and Neuter FAQs

Spaying and neutering is one of the greatest gifts you can provide your pet, your family, and your community....Read More

Pet Potbellied Pigs: Spay and Neuter

We highly recommend that pet potbellied pigs are spayed or neutered for a number of reasons....Read More

a healthy potbellied pig resting in a cave on some hay

Pet Potbellied Pigs: Health and Diseases

Our pet potbellied pigs can’t tell us when they’re sick, so it’s best to be aware of signs of pain or illness....Read More

two pet potbellied pigs, who have received socialization and get along well, standing side by side in a friendly behavior

Pet Potbellied Pigs: Behavior and Socialization

Potbellied pigs are intelligent creatures who have complex thoughts and emotions, social hierarchies, and herd dynamics....Read More

Boris the potbellied pig at Best Friends

Mini Pigs

One of the pet trends in recent years is the sale of so-called mini or teacup pigs....Read More

Grooming is important in caring for potbellied pigs. This pig is being brushed.

How to Take Care of a Potbellied Pig

Potbellied pigs aren’t difﬁcult to care for or look after, but they do need regular grooming, occasional ear and eye cleaning, dental care, tusk and hoof care, and socializ...Read More

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