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Do pot-bellied pigs make good pets?

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Yes, they can be very obedient and are extremely smart. Pot belly pigs have the ability to be trained to perform various tricks such as, playing the piano, walking on a leash, sitting, playing Basketball etc.

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Only if you're a farmer who plans on killing it for bacon. Have you ever seen a potbelly pig? They're HUGE. And ugly. So fat that they can't really move. I've even heard that some can be aggressive (when they're not too fat to move). So no. Potbelly pigs do not make good pets. Even teacup pigs don't make good pets, because they get to be the size of a cocker spaniel (30-60 lbs)

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well it depens where you live : in a farm:YES in a flat:NO in a house:NO

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yes they are but sometimes they might bite

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A potbellied pig is a good pet

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What is a potbellied pigs diet?

Potbellied pigs will generally eat anything. The danger in this is that they can become obese and unhealthy. A potbellied pigs diet should mainly consist of foods high in fiber. There are feeds made especially for potbellied pigs that will contain the amount of fiber needed. Some brands are Heartland and and Peak Performance. The amount of feed depends on the weight of the potbellied pig. The general rule is about 1/2 cup of maintenance food per 25 pounds of the pigs weight. This total amount should then be divided into two feedings a day. Potbellied pigs can also be fed vegetables to expand diet options for the pig. Fruit can also be fed to the pig but in small amounts because of the higher amount of natural sugars. Another very important part of a pigs diet is water. Water should always be available for the potbellied pig to drink.


Do teacup pigs make good pets?

Yes. They're small enough to even make good house-pets. However you may have to check with local laws on such animals because pigs, regardless of breed, are considered "livestock," not "pets" or "companion animals."


Average weight of a pot bellied pig?

A full grown potbellied pig can be anywhere from 100 to 250 pounds. Although, the average size of a potbellied pig is about 120 to 150 pounds. Potbellied pigs do come in many shapes and sizes so the weight of the potbellied pig will just depend on how he/she is genetically built.


Are pot belly pigs endangered?

Depending on how they are raised, they can either be aggressive or lovable. If you socialize well when younge and lay down the law, then you'll have a wonderful companion. >>>>> it also depends on the sex of the animal. Boars are more aggressive. But the sows are only aggressive if they have babies.


Do guinea pigs make good classroom pets?

Deffinatly yes, but the classroom has to keep proper care and a classmate will have to bring home the guinea pig(s) every night and weekend to keep and eye on it and feed it. Guinea pigs make wonderful and sweet little pets as do many other rodents too. Guinea pigs as classroom pets will entertain and delight small children and they will also calm them down when it is happily snuffling around on the floor. They will also teah them how to be gentle and caring to other creatures. So, YES, GUINEA PIGS MAKE VERRY GOOD CLASS PETS.

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In the 1970's and 1980's, potbellied pigs were brought from Vietnam to be shown in zoos. People liked them so much that they started to keep them as pets.


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What continent are potbellied pigs mostly found on?

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What time of year are potbellied pigs born?

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What is a potbellied pigs diet?

Potbellied pigs will generally eat anything. The danger in this is that they can become obese and unhealthy. A potbellied pigs diet should mainly consist of foods high in fiber. There are feeds made especially for potbellied pigs that will contain the amount of fiber needed. Some brands are Heartland and and Peak Performance. The amount of feed depends on the weight of the potbellied pig. The general rule is about 1/2 cup of maintenance food per 25 pounds of the pigs weight. This total amount should then be divided into two feedings a day. Potbellied pigs can also be fed vegetables to expand diet options for the pig. Fruit can also be fed to the pig but in small amounts because of the higher amount of natural sugars. Another very important part of a pigs diet is water. Water should always be available for the potbellied pig to drink.


Do teacup pigs make good pets?

Yes. They're small enough to even make good house-pets. However you may have to check with local laws on such animals because pigs, regardless of breed, are considered "livestock," not "pets" or "companion animals."


Do potbellied pigs get along with cats?

Maybe if they all meet as babies.But somewhere down the line the pig is gonna end up eating them


Would pig make a good pet?

It depends what type. Pot-bellied pigs make GREAT pets!


Are guinea pigs good?

If you mean good pets, I would say yes! They make very good pets! They will sit in your lap or on your chest, and you can stroke them and they will wheek or purr. Wheeking is like squeaking.


What are some good pets for kids?

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Average weight of a pot bellied pig?

A full grown potbellied pig can be anywhere from 100 to 250 pounds. Although, the average size of a potbellied pig is about 120 to 150 pounds. Potbellied pigs do come in many shapes and sizes so the weight of the potbellied pig will just depend on how he/she is genetically built.


Are pot belly pigs endangered?

Depending on how they are raised, they can either be aggressive or lovable. If you socialize well when younge and lay down the law, then you'll have a wonderful companion. >>>>> it also depends on the sex of the animal. Boars are more aggressive. But the sows are only aggressive if they have babies.