Anyone has pig as pet? I mean like europe/russia. People there has pig as pet. they are intelligent.
FYI, george clooney had pig too.
Pig as Pet
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 Oct 4 2010, 11:33 PM, updated 16y ago
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Oct 4 2010, 11:46 PM
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i dun haz one. pig may got intel but people keeping it stupid? how?
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Oct 5 2010, 12:02 AM
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common misconception, pig is dumb.
pig is one of the smartest domesticated animals around. a pig pen gets cleaned minimum once per day. how many times does a cow gets washed down? |
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Oct 5 2010, 12:03 AM
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I've always wanted a pet pig. A Pygmy Pig (i think that is what people usually have as a pet), they are amazingly cute. Also it is true that pigs are very intelligent. Pet pigs can learn tricks just like dogs (and some cats) and are actually very clean animals when given the choice.
I think a lot of people also keep pot bellied pigs as pets but Pygmys are the best... one day i will have one <3 This post has been edited by Divas: Oct 5 2010, 12:04 AM |
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Oct 5 2010, 12:08 AM
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You can only dream,...
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Oct 5 2010, 12:40 AM
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I highly doubt anyone breeds pigs as pets locally but I'd be delighted if I'm mistaken!
 I think pigs are adorable lol, the reason I have a virtual pet pig is because I'd actually love to own one but can't because 1) Cultural sensitivities that need to be taken into account in this country (dogs get a hard enough time as it is what more pigs!), 2) I have a hound with high prey drive - the poor pig will probably get attacked if left unsupervised =o=;; According to studies, pigs are more intelligent than dogs. I'd love to have a mini pig one day, perhaps if I migrate. Here's my fav pet pig video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tvl2FNL0l7o Soooo cute!  |
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Oct 5 2010, 06:07 PM
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They quite smell to keep meh...I never touch live one...
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Oct 5 2010, 06:21 PM
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Then u touch dead one?
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Oct 5 2010, 06:22 PM
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Pot belly pigs.
adult max size pics.    QUOTE Pig as a pet general info Size The potbellied pig is a very sturdy animal with short legs, a slightly swayed back, a pendulous belly, a short tail ending with a flowing switch, short, erect ears, and a snout that varies from short and stubby to long and elegant. A potbellied pig continues to grow for at least two to three years. Current belief is that the average purebred (not crossbred), healthy, mature, three year old potbellied pig can weigh from 60 to 175 pounds and measure from 13 to 26 inches in height, with the length being proportional to the height. Certainly, there are a few potbellies who will be smaller or larger than this normal range. The weight of a pig is deceiving because they are so hard-bodied. A pig who measures 14" tall by 24" long and weighs 60 lbs. takes up very little space (about half the dimensions of an ottoman) and is a manageable size for a house pet and travel companion. Compare this size pig to a 100 lb. German Shepherd who is taller and longer than a coffee table, with an extension (the tail) that is capable of knocking everything off the coffee table. Granted, pigs are not as agile as the traditional dog or cat pet. A pig may need a ramp to assist in stair climbing and getting in and out of a car, but this is a simple task to accomplish. This post has been edited by mecharojak: Oct 5 2010, 06:26 PM |
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Oct 5 2010, 06:37 PM
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.... i totally forgot about the whole pigs thing here. damn.
Also pigs don't stink... not at all. Same as any other animal, if you don't bathe your pig, he will stink. If you don't bathe your dog/cat he will stink. If you don't bathe yourself you will stink. byaku-chan - SO CUTE!!! <3<3<3 I can imagine a pig fitting in so well with my Poodles and Papillon, lol. I can imagine the look on people's faces seeing us waling around (just people and the shock factor of seeing a mini pig walking with a pack of toy dogs, not trying to offend in any way or relating this to culture either). |
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Oct 5 2010, 06:42 PM
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QUOTE(RyoKenzaki @ Oct 5 2010, 06:21 PM) Then u touch dead one? Bacon and roast pork meh...i'm afraid if I keep as a pet, I become vegetarian... |
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Oct 5 2010, 06:48 PM
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have been dreaming to keep one mini pig, but it seems like religiously my mom dont allow. TT
or else i will keep a few for breeding as well, wahahahaha |
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Oct 5 2010, 06:58 PM
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Oh i just read that mini-pigs are similar to teacup dogs.. not actually a distinct breed of their own apparently.
Think i will stick with potbellied then. Still adorable. <3 |
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Oct 5 2010, 07:34 PM
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Few years back, I think someone tried to sale one at JB, for pet one, dunno what type, but small size. Was in adpost.
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Oct 5 2010, 07:39 PM
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 if you go to south of sabah.. go to kampung2 area.. u can see the pig running around inside kampung... even at the field also u can see it...a female pig with her babies... lolz! |
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Oct 5 2010, 07:52 PM
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get one for me woi...
cool u know....hahahaha in kalimantan got the four tusks wild pig, damn aggressive man...lll== so far havent see one in sarawak and sabah, but i once saw a person sell wild boar at the side of the street, for edible reason. |
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Oct 5 2010, 08:15 PM
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QUOTE(max-oasism @ Oct 5 2010, 07:52 PM) get one for me woi... Few time almost run over by wild boar when walk about in the bush, really damn fast runner...cool u know....hahahaha in kalimantan got the four tusks wild pig, damn aggressive man...lll== so far havent see one in sarawak and sabah, but i once saw a person sell wild boar at the side of the street, for edible reason. |
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Oct 5 2010, 09:10 PM
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i heard some police use pigs to find drugs too... Jamakhai liked this post
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Oct 6 2010, 11:00 AM
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I wonder if they sell pot bellied pigs here. I've always been fascinated with them as pets. If you check out YouTube videos, you can see how interactive and inquisitive they are.
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Oct 6 2010, 12:36 PM
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actually.... i dont think it wld b such a problem.......
if its a non-muslim neighbourhood.... and the pig is kept clean, doesnt smell, doesnt make noise etc.... the owner is resposible and doesnt cause a nuisance to neighbours.... dont simply bring out to public areas... i dont see a problem with keeping a mini pet pig. personally i am a Christian with a pet snake... my family members are super against this cos to them snake = devil, but they now tolerate it with condition that the snake cannot leave my room and i need to hide it from my other relatives. so... im sure with certain t&c and guidelines pet pigs could be allowed one day. i mean.... we can practice tolerance and have a non-halal corner in supermarkets, and have pig farms in Malaysia where pigs r bred for consumption.... so can this tolerance extend to having pigs as house pets? i think pot bellied pigs are awesome!! but i suppose.... dont go looking for trouble getting a pig when ur living in a muslim neighbourhood..... i think thats recipe for disaster... >< my both neighbours r muslim, and out of respect for them i dont get any dogs even tho i would really like to..... This post has been edited by LadyVanity: Oct 6 2010, 12:38 PM |
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Oct 6 2010, 01:34 PM
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For me...the pictures above seem to look cool ans awesome as pet, but it just the thought of they still food for me...I can't keep pig as a pet..
I can't eat Rabbit, as already thought was pet for me...at dinner, can't think of I eat my pet.. |
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Nov 22 2010, 12:49 AM
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i want a pygmy pig as a pet, anyone know where to get one? haha
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Nov 24 2010, 04:29 PM
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I'd love to have a pygmy pet. Once when I was in Taipei, I saw a pet shop selling them. They are beyond adorable !!! They are smaller than a shi tzu.
Anyone know where can source for a pygmy in Malaysia? Pleeeeeaaaseee!!! |
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Nov 24 2010, 04:43 PM
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even im a muslim i think this kind of pig is very damn adorable.=) will keep it someday..if i moved on with my very own family in Sabah/Sarawk..hahah Jamakhai liked this post
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Nov 24 2010, 10:43 PM
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I'm Keeping fingers cross everyday for pygmy pigs to come and be accepted in malysia...
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Nov 24 2010, 11:55 PM
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It would be so cool.
As for the pig as food. I see pygmys and potbellys as different to 'food pigs'. They are so different in size and temperament (food pigs can be pretty aggressive when they are adult but pygmys and potbellys are very friendly and playful. I don't know if i would be able to resist naming a pet pig 'Bacon' though... (especially in Malaysia as i very very rarely get to eat bacon  ). |
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Nov 25 2010, 05:42 AM
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bacon too much oil... high in fat and cholestrol lol.. but juicy and delicious!
pig's nose is actually more acute than dog some expert says |
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Dec 6 2010, 11:44 PM
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i dono im wrong or not, but some of my Muslim fren told me that it is not FORBIDEN to get close or touch a pig or even eat a pig, but it is not ENCOURAGE to do so coz according to Quran, pig is dirty due to their toe shape.
Pig is damn cute le, always saw boar been kept in Kampung Orang Asli and children all play wif them. |
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Dec 7 2010, 05:58 PM
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what type of breed is this
Maggie is so adorable..i wonder is there really a teacup piggy?? i would like to have 1 too... This post has been edited by soekma88: Dec 7 2010, 06:05 PM |
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Dec 8 2010, 12:32 AM
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QUOTE(soekma88 @ Dec 7 2010, 05:58 PM) what type of breed is this Super cute! Maggie is so adorable..i wonder is there really a teacup piggy?? i would like to have 1 too... Unfortunately "teacup" piggies tend to have similar health issues suffered by so-called "teacup" dogs due to the way they are bred (pairing the runt @ weakest of the litter with another runt, inbreeding pairs with the desired small size in hopes the litter will be similarly tiny etc.).If you read this link apparently there are no true teacup pigs, they all grow to at least the size of a spaniel then people who think they're too big dump them  For now the smallest "mini" pig that can be gotten from reputable breeders without being plagued with health problems is the pot-bellied pig which grows to about the size of a large breed dog. |
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Dec 8 2010, 12:45 AM
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clever pig!!
Added on December 8, 2010, 1:22 ammust see this!! it is a pure evidence showing how smart pig is!!! This post has been edited by soekma88: Dec 8 2010, 01:22 AM |
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Dec 8 2010, 01:36 AM
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What a smart pig! XD She looks pretty small too, not much bigger than a beagle? Wonder what breed she is, so adorable!
Hopefully after many generations of responsible breeding there'll be smaller sized healthy pigs I prefer medium/large dogs anyway so a pig the size of a spaniel or retriever is ok. But what you say is true, not sure how well a 40kg pig would do on our tiled floors, and keeping outside hahaha ... if some less open minded people see it you know I knowlah. |
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Dec 8 2010, 02:42 AM
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QUOTE(byaku-chan @ Dec 8 2010, 01:36 AM) What a smart pig! XD She looks pretty small too, not much bigger than a beagle? Wonder what breed she is, so adorable! ya..i agree..like the size of beagle is perfect too...im waiting for the healthy mini-size of pig too..so i can keep indoor...sure very cute!Hopefully after many generations of responsible breeding there'll be smaller sized healthy pigs I prefer medium/large dogs anyway so a pig the size of a spaniel or retriever is ok. But what you say is true, not sure how well a 40kg pig would do on our tiled floors, and keeping outside hahaha ... if some less open minded people see it you know I knowlah.i dun wan to imagine how is my neighbor's face seeing me keeping pig as big as my rottweiler in my yard...even for large-breed dog, they tend to make it a big "deal"...  |
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Sep 8 2015, 09:48 AM
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Saw this while searching, maybe you guy can have a try. then post some update
 http://www.adpost.com/my/pets/1701/ |
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I'm hoping to get one.
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QUOTE(taranjit @ Oct 4 2010, 11:33 PM) Anyone has pig as pet? I mean like europe/russia. People there has pig as pet. they are intelligent. Is it legal in Malaysia? Small one?FYI, george clooney had pig too. |
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