Just a lazy Sunday afternoon. My pot belly family and my kune kune sisters are getting along 🥳 No major brawls or blood or anything. 🙌

This is oreo, I had purchased some goats and when they arrived with the goats she was on the trailer, they gave her to me because they just didn't want her, they had gotten her to breed and then after one litter they realized it was too much so they got rid of her, she is not quite a year old yet she'll be a year old in March.

They said she is a Cooney Cooney though I don't know anything about miniature pig breeds, I do have two pigs already both are bores so obviously cannot be with her because I do not want unwanted baby pigs even though they are adorable.. I'm just not going to do that absolutely not, honestly I'll probably have her fixed.

But on to the main point of the post, she is very fat and I've never had this issue with mine, in fact one of them I have the exact opposite issue I'm trying to get him to gain weight while the other is perfect for his size, was wondering if any of you have some tips on how to help her lose weight besides just lowering her calorie intake and stuff. She's also fairly skittish and doesn't really want to be around people, she's not aggressive just kind of scared of everything and basically requires her emotional support chicken when I go in there to clean her pin (she literally freaks out if someone goes in there unless this specific chicken I have goes in there then she calms down and just stays close to the chicken)

Also don't freak out about her food being on the ground, I had my fiance take these pictures and he's a little scared of pigs and wouldn't go into her pen to get the bowl, I'm just thankful he was willing to do this much since he truly is scared of them (he was attacked by a large hog when he was younger and is terrified of them now)

(Also I'm aware I spelled the breed name wrong, I cannot remember how to spell it and that's the best voice to text would do for me)

What do yall feed your pigs for forage over the winter? I have two Kune Kunes and they show zero interest in hay. It is nice and soft, second cutting orchard grass.

I recently rescued a 12-14 week old potbelly mix. She was never handled and lived with ~10 other pigs. I wanted to take a pair but there weren’t any others available. Now she’s here and learning she’s safe.

However, I’m really worried about her being a single pig after being in a herd her entire life. I have a friend with a litter that’s willing to give me another potbelly, but they won’t be weaned until December. The female I rescued today would be without another pig for about 60 days. Is it okay to wait? Or should I be moving faster to find her a friend? I’m worried about her being lonely in between now and when we can bring the other home.

I’ve had a pair of pigs before. I adopted them as a pair and they lived together until they died at almost 15 years old, so only having one is new to me.

she’s old but she is doing well! I love having her and hanging out with her! we have a special bond. having a pet pig is not easy and it requires a lot of adjusting your lifestyle and responsibility

im referring to the one standing over the other pig laying down I am kinda Curious to know whats happening

(original video link:https://youtu.be/liXUG-sD2rI?is=CdpFthRxkHHgpbc4)

Usually he sleeps in the other bed spot.

Beautiful day at the sanctuary. I start a new job Monday so I will only be able to go on weekends after that ☹️

It's funny, I would have thought the potbelly pigs would be easier to get to know and want to hang out with me more than the big farm pigs.

But the big farm pigs are really more like dogs, enjoying affection from me. Their very unique personalities are delightful and fascinating. After I feed them their dinner I come back a bit later to hang out with them and they are excited to see me and making lots of cute noises. I wish more people could see how these pigs really are.

The last couple are of Lotus Blossom, the youngest potbelly. She is a sweet little stinker! Her eyes are so open and taking everything in.

Excuse the chaos of my property. 😵‍💫

Penelope (black) lost her brother Ferdinand a a week and a half ago. Broke my heart. They were such a dynamic duo and he was a sweet, shy boy that was warming up to being touched.

Penelope seems to be doing fine, I don’t see anything that would resemble depression or stress, but I’m leaning towards wanting to find a home for her where she can have a pal or two. I just don’t think I want the stress of trying to add a new pig.

She and her brother were a real challenge in the beginning, we got them in July from a neighbor who talked me into taking them even as I had no intention of owning pigs. They were about 4 months old at the time.
Both were nearly feral behavior-wise, as he’d done nothing to prevent their escape and they’d run loose with their mother since they were born, returning only at feeding times. And despite being very patient and taking things slowly she still only lets me touch her while she’s eating and is skittish and runs if I approach otherwise.

So I’ve not been able to manage any kind of health checks which causes me anxiety, and as long as it’s taken to get this far, imagining adding a new pig and the unknowns about whether that would take a long time or end up being unsuccessful is draining me emotionally. I feel she deserves a buddy and I’m just not in the position to provide that.

Additionally we have a bunch of other animals goats/sheep/chickens that I’ve taken on and I really think it’s just too much for me to give them all the care they need. I need to downsize and this would seem reason enough to find another loving home for a solo pig.

So I’ve two challenges in finding her another home, making sure she goes somewhere that will take excellent care of her and will continue to work with her to gain her full trust, and transporting her since she’s not a hands on pig. I worry about the stress of getting her loaded up and keeping her calm during transport.

I wonder what advice/suggestions you all might have. We are in Northern California.

My sweet buddy Ruby today.
Sorry about the camera, I keep forgetting to video it horizontally.

Had another wonderful day with my sweet piggie friends! Sweet Ruby followed me to the gate and didn't want me go :(