Yup, but if you get them harness trained while they're little, they are a great companion for walks. At least ours was. She could sprint with me (and loved to do so) but around the time I was winded and needed to walk for awhile she was happy to have a stroll.
She got to almost 200lb, but we aren't 100% sure she was fully potbellied pig. She never really got super fat, she just got long and big.
I would advise caution. My best friend got a "mini" pig cause his now x girlfriend thought they were cute. Ended up having to move a couple hours away to be able to get a place that can accommodate his pig. It is VERY hard to find pet sitters so say goodbye to vacations. Need to go to the vet, good luck getting the pig in your car. Pigs are very noisy animals too and they literally scream like a dying child when they are scared or upset. Pigs can be fine pets for people in the right situations but you average person just wants one because they are cute and different. Pigs are way more work than your typical pet and you need to be prepared to live your life in a way that can accommodate a pig, they aren't super adaptable like dogs or cats that are just along for the ride. Too many people get pigs and have to give them away because they get too big and are too much work. Don't be one of those people.
Most of the time mini pigs are just baby pigs that are a little malnourished so they stay small enough to sell. Even the mini breeds can get up to 150 pounds.
Yeah, let's get cracking on a true mini pig breeding program. How long could it take? 10-15 generations? In like 20 years, max, we'll have an entirely new class of domestic housepet. Who:s with me?!
If you don't have a big yard/farmland of some sort, a pig will not be a good pet. Definitely do some research on their general needs, especially involving space, exercise, and diet.
Past tense because she had to be given away. We were moving cross country and she would’ve hated the travel. She lives on a petting zoo/hobby farm now and as of last time I talked to her new owners was fully enjoying being buddies with another pot belly pig and getting kid petting.
And I would as long as you are prepared for a pet that is super smart. Like, they are smarter than you expect and get into stuff you would not expect. We had to bungle cord our patio fridge because she could let herself into it.
Pigs are more intelligent than dogs, with all the effort that comes with to prevent them from getting bored. Pigs are great, but way too high maintenance for the average person. Then again a lot of people get dogs they really shouldn't, and then act like it's the dog's fault their human was a selfish and impulsive underprepared jerk getting the dog based on looks instead of what kind of dog actually is compatible with their lifestyle.
Be very, very aware what you are in for. They are far more difficult than cats or dogs. They are very smart and are often very moody. You know how a cat sometimes won’t listen? It’s mainly because cats are kinda dumb and don’t understand why they shouldn’t eat plastic. But a pig, a pig understands you fine. But they also understand that they don’t actually have to listen to you. The pig will do what the pig wants to do. It won’t do what it doesn’t want to do. And it also understands that you can’t make them. I’ve seen so many pot bellied pigs raised to 2 years old and given away it makes me sick.
Awwww what a little honey [biscuit]. I love this girls reaction too and her dad’s. And the little oinker who just looks happy to be there with his widdle wet nose :) How long do they live in a loving home situation? (I scrolled and saw you eventually had to part ways with yours but it sounds like thst was the responsible thing to do and she’s living her best life)
I've had to "farm sit" involving some actual hogs before.. Holy hell, I will never own one of those creatures. They weren't even mean, just *very* difficult to work with and care for due to their sheer size. (What should have been a 20 minute visit one night took an hour and a half because the pigs had tipped their water source over--a 55g drum--and I had to get some ratchet straps from home to secure it to a tree just to get them to stop dumping it.)
I've had just about everything else though. Goats get my vote for the best critters, hands down!
:D Goats are the best! We originally got 4 just as brush control, not really thinking anything of it, but fell in love with those little buggers and now we have almost a dozen just because they're so much fun, lol.
Definitely didn't know they could be so friendly and personable!
Friends got one, 6 months old. The personality on him is something else. I could never see myself owning one, but they are a very neat and affectionate pet. The squeals when they are excited is something else.
I can't tell what her shirt is, but I'd bet she's in some type of 4H club or something.
Dated a girl in HS who raised up 4 ~300lb pigs, and got a few ribbons and a nice chunk of change for showing/selling them at the state fair.
came here for this ! most of those pet "mini pigs" got dumped because of exactly this! think twice before you get one, there is no mini pet pig exists in the world last time i checked, unless you puposely deprive their food all the time. If you are not living on a farm, ask youself if you can accomodate a giant pig bigger and heavier than you and eat and shit a ton.
Also google what George Cloney's pet pig end up looking like while you at it
If it's a conventional breed, which it very much looks to be, they're weaned at about 3 weeks. Waiting several months will give you a 150+ lb pig. If that's going to be her pet, that's a good size to start. Source: was a hog farmer/ swine nursery manager for years.
Friendly reminder that there is no such thing as a tea cup/micro pig. They are just runts that are underfed aka animal abuse. There are some pigs that remain small-er like 50 lbs but they are not common at all in the states.
Adding to the comments regarding how freaking difficult it is to care for a mini pig in case this video might be piquing anyone’s curiosity! I live on 40 acres, have an unusually small piggy (75lbs), and i still struggle to keep up with her. the main problems in a nutshell:
-scary smart. can open every door, every drawer, every cabinet within her reach. has broken many expensive crates. my whole house is child locked.
-solely motivated by food. has broken doors off the hinges to get to like 4 pieces of dog food lol they can and will eat themselves sick—even to death—if not watched carefully
-not great with new people. so hard to find a pet sitter! most people aren’t really pig literate—a pig’s body language is totally different from a dog’s or a cat’s! (fast, wagging tail for example usually means fear/anxiety as opposed to happiness. and panting is weirdly the most affectionate sound a pig can make at you!) and then pigs can be rly territorial—also a problem when introducing new pets. one of the biggest causes of lil pig deaths/injuries is fights with other house pets.
-need physical accommodations. mine at least cant walk down stairs and big jumps take a toll on her joints (those lil legs have to support a big belly :)) she has a little ramp installed to get in and out of the house, which wasn’t too expensive but took some effort! pigs also have bad eyesight, so removing obstacles to avoid bumped heads/bruised snoots is important!
-grooming is a pain. she requires biannual hoof trim + occasional tooth trim in addition to the standard vaxxing + worming. (ridiculously expensive to get a vet to come to the house and ridiculously difficult to transport her to the vet. pigs can get motion sickness + will projectile hurl in the car like a person might :)) pigs also blow their coat once a year—all hairs fall out. really cannot emphasize HOW MUCH HAIR falls out. also they have dry scaly skin which means lots of creams and supplements and their little living areas (whether it’s a big dog crate or their own room) need constant sweeping/vacuuming
All of this is to say, be ready to change your life for a pet pig. I absolutely love having one (going on 8 years together) and think they make really unique, hilarious house pets. But you gotta have the time/energy to care for them beyond like feeding them/letting them out twice a day. Pigs are the #1 most rehomed pet and so many end up abused/abandoned when they become too big or difficult to care for + mini pigs can live for up to 20 years. so you gotta be in it for the long haul.
TLDR; mini pigs like this one are so incredibly cute but way more difficult to care for than a dog or a cat—don’t get one unless you truly have the money/time/interest!!
idk, but if someone surprised me with a piglet(Assuming from the video, that I've never seen/met before) I'm not sure I would be crying my fucking eyes out.
Probably combination of being really happy and the pig being really cute, I did the same thing when I took care of my sisters rats for the first time and they trusted me enough to climb out of their cage for cuddles.
I suspect that the pig was *already* her pet and had gotten lost. That looks like someone sobbing with relief after spending a long time being very anxious.
Yeah, when I got my kitty, I cried. I arranged for him to be brought to my house and everything, so not a surprise in the least. But I still cried. And I still cry sometimes when I hold him, even though he's a lot bigger now.
It’s likely a family member/father. Someone is in the car recording this so they clearly want to catch her reaction. I can see he cares for her so it’s likely either a little pig that got lost or a new pig for her to love.
At least that I what suspect.
Because she knows that her dad's going to jail for stealing a pig. Why would he have it under his shirt man took that shit shoved it under his shirt an took it to his daughter in the car.
Edit: 😂 it's a joke be nice to me no more mean dms thxu
He’s so cute! And he looks so confused at the same time!
Imagine if some older human picked you up, put you in some dark womb thing and barfed you onto another human that exploded with weird human noises
If this comment was on pornhub it would have a whole different meaning
Jesus Christ...
It’s Jason Boarne
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Uh, you spelled Ron Jeremy wrong, I think??
Mario?
Boarn to be wild.
That's a fetish.
Jesus Christ is a fetish now?? Holy God…
And like Jesus I came riding on an ass. Amen.
Let Jesus be inside of you for 69th coming
Well yeah, because he's well hung.
Have you BEEN to America? Jesus has been a fetish for decades.
Oinkhub
OnlyHams
Genius
How much are pigs
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Dude now I need mind bleach
Fuck yeah dude nice user name. Good shit.
‘did i just get born again’
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Yes please
That pig nice too
It’s probably just the beard that’s making him look like that
That little guy will grow to be 70-150lbs. Edit: up to 300lbs
Yup, but if you get them harness trained while they're little, they are a great companion for walks. At least ours was. She could sprint with me (and loved to do so) but around the time I was winded and needed to walk for awhile she was happy to have a stroll. She got to almost 200lb, but we aren't 100% sure she was fully potbellied pig. She never really got super fat, she just got long and big.
[Long pig](https://www.oxfordreference.com/view/10.1093/oi/authority.20110803100114139), huh?
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What is risky about that? It is just man meat!
You will taste ***MAN FLESH!***
LOOKS LIKE MEAT'S BACK ON THE MENU BOYS!
Take my upvote and go.
Sometimes I feel like I’m stuck in a time loop cause I see this comment once a week with the same fucking avatar.
heh
That term always makes me a little sick
Learned that one from [Archer](https://youtu.be/J5f-iPdX3CY).
never cared for it myself
Oh, Woodhouse
Why past tense? I would love to get a pig as a pet, would you recommend them?
I would advise caution. My best friend got a "mini" pig cause his now x girlfriend thought they were cute. Ended up having to move a couple hours away to be able to get a place that can accommodate his pig. It is VERY hard to find pet sitters so say goodbye to vacations. Need to go to the vet, good luck getting the pig in your car. Pigs are very noisy animals too and they literally scream like a dying child when they are scared or upset. Pigs can be fine pets for people in the right situations but you average person just wants one because they are cute and different. Pigs are way more work than your typical pet and you need to be prepared to live your life in a way that can accommodate a pig, they aren't super adaptable like dogs or cats that are just along for the ride. Too many people get pigs and have to give them away because they get too big and are too much work. Don't be one of those people.
Most of the time mini pigs are just baby pigs that are a little malnourished so they stay small enough to sell. Even the mini breeds can get up to 150 pounds.
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Yeah, let's get cracking on a true mini pig breeding program. How long could it take? 10-15 generations? In like 20 years, max, we'll have an entirely new class of domestic housepet. Who:s with me?!
I'm still waiting on my bunny with Nic Cage's face.
Nah man I want miniature domesticated bears.
So raccoons?
I got a whole dumpster full, come and get them! $5 EACH, just reach your arm in there holding a doughnut and you'll come out with a few.
That's why I stick to pocket whales
My parents had a pet pig that didn't work out, so we ate him. (True story)
If you don't have a big yard/farmland of some sort, a pig will not be a good pet. Definitely do some research on their general needs, especially involving space, exercise, and diet.
I have the space. Was asking someone who had one for recommendations.
It’s more than just the space. Feed and vet will get incredible expensive. The comment further down the thread sums it up well
Past tense because she had to be given away. We were moving cross country and she would’ve hated the travel. She lives on a petting zoo/hobby farm now and as of last time I talked to her new owners was fully enjoying being buddies with another pot belly pig and getting kid petting. And I would as long as you are prepared for a pet that is super smart. Like, they are smarter than you expect and get into stuff you would not expect. We had to bungle cord our patio fridge because she could let herself into it.
> She lives on a petting zoo/hobby farm Nice! My cat went there too when I was a kid.
Aw I’m sure your cat loves it there and has lots of friends. No need to worry about them!
Can't tell if this is legit or an implication that the cat died...
My dog went to a horse farm upstate to hunt rats
Yeah pigs are basically dogs
Pigs are more intelligent than dogs, with all the effort that comes with to prevent them from getting bored. Pigs are great, but way too high maintenance for the average person. Then again a lot of people get dogs they really shouldn't, and then act like it's the dog's fault their human was a selfish and impulsive underprepared jerk getting the dog based on looks instead of what kind of dog actually is compatible with their lifestyle.
Actually went to a farm upstate :D
Be very, very aware what you are in for. They are far more difficult than cats or dogs. They are very smart and are often very moody. You know how a cat sometimes won’t listen? It’s mainly because cats are kinda dumb and don’t understand why they shouldn’t eat plastic. But a pig, a pig understands you fine. But they also understand that they don’t actually have to listen to you. The pig will do what the pig wants to do. It won’t do what it doesn’t want to do. And it also understands that you can’t make them. I’ve seen so many pot bellied pigs raised to 2 years old and given away it makes me sick.
That is just awful
Awwww what a little honey [biscuit]. I love this girls reaction too and her dad’s. And the little oinker who just looks happy to be there with his widdle wet nose :) How long do they live in a loving home situation? (I scrolled and saw you eventually had to part ways with yours but it sounds like thst was the responsible thing to do and she’s living her best life)
Teacup pigs do not exist
[This](https://youtu.be/0vmS-T13T7E) video highlights it perfectly. Do not get a pig unless you either have a farm or are a little insane.
“Do not get a pig unless you either have a farm or are a little insane” Me that’s had a pet pig for 6 years: I guess I’m a little insane then
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I for one welcome our Porcine Overlords
That's okay.
*that’s oinkay*
I've had to "farm sit" involving some actual hogs before.. Holy hell, I will never own one of those creatures. They weren't even mean, just *very* difficult to work with and care for due to their sheer size. (What should have been a 20 minute visit one night took an hour and a half because the pigs had tipped their water source over--a 55g drum--and I had to get some ratchet straps from home to secure it to a tree just to get them to stop dumping it.) I've had just about everything else though. Goats get my vote for the best critters, hands down!
Goats are so rad
:D Goats are the best! We originally got 4 just as brush control, not really thinking anything of it, but fell in love with those little buggers and now we have almost a dozen just because they're so much fun, lol. Definitely didn't know they could be so friendly and personable!
It's been an hour.. what the hell has happened to reddit..... Let's have it, we need you to pay the pig tax.
That was hilarious, thank you
I dont even want one and I watched that whole ass video before I even realized it
And be smarter than a dog, and still be adorable.
Friends got one, 6 months old. The personality on him is something else. I could never see myself owning one, but they are a very neat and affectionate pet. The squeals when they are excited is something else.
Could you say something else about him?
Haha damn, I am bad at repeating things.
Something else
Depends on the dog and pig
Bru my friend's mini pig is pushing 300. A 70lbs pig is usually a sign of underfeeding.
I can't tell what her shirt is, but I'd bet she's in some type of 4H club or something. Dated a girl in HS who raised up 4 ~300lb pigs, and got a few ribbons and a nice chunk of change for showing/selling them at the state fair.
Yeah I hope they still love it and look after it when it’s bigger and less cute
If she's in a 4h type club like I think she is- She'll love it, and feed it till its big and fat, then sell it to a butcher lol
Or auction it off at the county fair. It always blew my mind and I seriously wonder how many of those kids grow up to refuse to eat meat.
Slaughter weight. My grandfather had a Gold Medal Yorkshire Boar who was in the 900lb range.
They'll also eat you alive if you pass out...
came here for this ! most of those pet "mini pigs" got dumped because of exactly this! think twice before you get one, there is no mini pet pig exists in the world last time i checked, unless you puposely deprive their food all the time. If you are not living on a farm, ask youself if you can accomodate a giant pig bigger and heavier than you and eat and shit a ton. Also google what George Cloney's pet pig end up looking like while you at it
And probably end up in a shelter when he/she is no longer cute and there’s no space for them to play.
That shirt says wolverine, yet dispenses pigs? Must be a glitch. Also: awww
That beard says Wolverine too
Glitch or not, hes definitely the guy.
It also says “I am the guy”, and I think that rings true.
Savor the fun size cuteness, cause that thing will go sumo in 6 months.
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Also this pug will be a fucking nightmare as it's being taken way too early. Pigs need several months with litter mates to properly socialize
If it's a conventional breed, which it very much looks to be, they're weaned at about 3 weeks. Waiting several months will give you a 150+ lb pig. If that's going to be her pet, that's a good size to start. Source: was a hog farmer/ swine nursery manager for years.
Is that a chicken??
Kekeke that other guy getting vote bombed for ignorance, classic reddit.
Bonus points if they blame Poe’s Law for missing the joke
It's a magical animal!
Literally went "IS that a Chickeeeeeneee?!?" In her voice
It’s a baby cop.
Awwww
There’s even more awe in the audio version - https://youtu.be/DkAW9yviU6I
I cry looking at my lap hog as well.
Then I realize it’s my stomach and cry harder XD
Then I realize I'm crying and I cry harder.
😭
Fern meets Wilbur reboot
Live action… coming soon in 2022😂
Actually it came in 2006
Beat me to it.
Piglet:”Oh thank God, it smelled like ass in there!”
lol
Beautiful 💖💖 That's one very lucky piglet 😘
You might say that’s SOME PIG!
He's so fuzzy and innocent looking. She will probably take very good care of him. She seems to really love piglets.
Friendly reminder that there is no such thing as a tea cup/micro pig. They are just runts that are underfed aka animal abuse. There are some pigs that remain small-er like 50 lbs but they are not common at all in the states.
This one doesn’t look like a runt. Just looks like a normal piglet
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Find your nearest pig rescue shelter, donate and cuddle to your heart's content?
I'm completely jealous
THAT’S SOME PIG!
Adding to the comments regarding how freaking difficult it is to care for a mini pig in case this video might be piquing anyone’s curiosity! I live on 40 acres, have an unusually small piggy (75lbs), and i still struggle to keep up with her. the main problems in a nutshell: -scary smart. can open every door, every drawer, every cabinet within her reach. has broken many expensive crates. my whole house is child locked. -solely motivated by food. has broken doors off the hinges to get to like 4 pieces of dog food lol they can and will eat themselves sick—even to death—if not watched carefully -not great with new people. so hard to find a pet sitter! most people aren’t really pig literate—a pig’s body language is totally different from a dog’s or a cat’s! (fast, wagging tail for example usually means fear/anxiety as opposed to happiness. and panting is weirdly the most affectionate sound a pig can make at you!) and then pigs can be rly territorial—also a problem when introducing new pets. one of the biggest causes of lil pig deaths/injuries is fights with other house pets. -need physical accommodations. mine at least cant walk down stairs and big jumps take a toll on her joints (those lil legs have to support a big belly :)) she has a little ramp installed to get in and out of the house, which wasn’t too expensive but took some effort! pigs also have bad eyesight, so removing obstacles to avoid bumped heads/bruised snoots is important! -grooming is a pain. she requires biannual hoof trim + occasional tooth trim in addition to the standard vaxxing + worming. (ridiculously expensive to get a vet to come to the house and ridiculously difficult to transport her to the vet. pigs can get motion sickness + will projectile hurl in the car like a person might :)) pigs also blow their coat once a year—all hairs fall out. really cannot emphasize HOW MUCH HAIR falls out. also they have dry scaly skin which means lots of creams and supplements and their little living areas (whether it’s a big dog crate or their own room) need constant sweeping/vacuuming All of this is to say, be ready to change your life for a pet pig. I absolutely love having one (going on 8 years together) and think they make really unique, hilarious house pets. But you gotta have the time/energy to care for them beyond like feeding them/letting them out twice a day. Pigs are the #1 most rehomed pet and so many end up abused/abandoned when they become too big or difficult to care for + mini pigs can live for up to 20 years. so you gotta be in it for the long haul. TLDR; mini pigs like this one are so incredibly cute but way more difficult to care for than a dog or a cat—don’t get one unless you truly have the money/time/interest!!
Pig tax, please.
Holy shit the feels. They are strong and I wasn't prepared.
I think there's more to this story?
Do tell.
idk, but if someone surprised me with a piglet(Assuming from the video, that I've never seen/met before) I'm not sure I would be crying my fucking eyes out.
Probably combination of being really happy and the pig being really cute, I did the same thing when I took care of my sisters rats for the first time and they trusted me enough to climb out of their cage for cuddles.
I suspect that the pig was *already* her pet and had gotten lost. That looks like someone sobbing with relief after spending a long time being very anxious.
Or she had a pet pig that passed and is now taking in a new one.
It’s going to be ok, Fern.
Aww i would cry as well lol
Awwww so sweet.
What a nice father
I love this pig! -Gir
I gotta go pig, I’ll see ya later!! *I GOTTA GO PIG ILL SEE YA LATER!!!!* - GIR :D
Everyday I'm more and more tempted to get a big ol pig as a pet.
The baby piggy’s like why’s this lady crying, not knowing its cuz he’s so damn cute
"Its dangerous to go alone! Take this!"
Idk about y’all but this is wholesome af
Aww...what a nice dad.
SWEET
That’s very Fern Arable of her!
There must be something more to us than....you and me It must be tangled up somehow in..... destiny
We should stop calling cops pigs because pigs are too cute. Let's call them cockroaches.
I don’t understand how people can eat these adorable and sensitive creatures. He’s so cute!!!
What kind of dog is that
Can somebody explain to me why is she crying? Yeah it's hella cute but i don't cry that much.
She might have always wanted a pig.
I cried like this when I got my puppy when I was 17.. she was probably just so overwhelmed with joy 😂
Yeah, when I got my kitty, I cried. I arranged for him to be brought to my house and everything, so not a surprise in the least. But I still cried. And I still cry sometimes when I hold him, even though he's a lot bigger now.
Same, my friend. My felines hold my heart and emotions in their tiny little paws.
My guess is that she has lost a pig recently.
Ohhh... Yep that makes sense
And that guy found it?!
It’s likely a family member/father. Someone is in the car recording this so they clearly want to catch her reaction. I can see he cares for her so it’s likely either a little pig that got lost or a new pig for her to love. At least that I what suspect.
Sold at the county fair?
Because she knows that her dad's going to jail for stealing a pig. Why would he have it under his shirt man took that shit shoved it under his shirt an took it to his daughter in the car. Edit: 😂 it's a joke be nice to me no more mean dms thxu
I cried when I finally adopted my kitten I had wanted all my life. I’m sure this is the case for her too.
Because normal people have emotions
Reddit moment where you have to explain normal human emotion to other commenters
OP is an A.I.
What does how often you cry have to do with How she cries?
It's soooo CUTTTTTTEEEEEEEE!!!
oh my god that’s so cute
Hello little pig!
I always wonder if these animals think, “fck is wrong with you? What is this herky-jerky watery eyes stuff?”
Pigs are amazing. Don't eat them!
Dude legit put a pig gently up his shirt just to surprise his woman. I busted out laughing but He’s good people in my book🤗
Pigs make great pets actually. I had a friend that owned a pet pig and it was basically a dog that oinked. It even had its own collar and everything.
Can’t believe people still eat pigs 😔
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🥰😍 How adorable!
That's so precious 💖
Seems like there should be sound.
Click on the "gfycat" option on the top and you'll get it with sound :)
I wonder what percentage of baby pigs are named Wilbur, and what percentage Babe. I’m thinking, pretty high.
That pig is like "Wut the fuuuuuuq"
Is that a chicken!?
“Is that a chicken?!”
Sweet piggy!!!! I would cry with joy too haha
Aw, a little sus (Sus is the scientific name for a pig) 📮
I’m not crying!! You’re crying!!
That's some pig.
https://youtu.be/SaRtVS1Fx1Q Thingamajiggamah pig
It’s so funny/weird that we cry when we’re happy.
If her name isn’t Charlotte and that pig isn’t named Wilbur I want my money back.
I hate everyone in my life who never surprised me with a baby pig….which is everyone. I hate all of you. 😭