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- Weight: 100 to 250 pounds
- Height: Less then 20 inches high
- Lifespan: 10 to 19 years
- Potbellied pigs do not have sweat glands
- Males are called boars
- Females are called sows
- Potbellied pigs are full grown at 2 to 3 years old
- Female potbellied pigs are capable of producing over 100 offspring in a lifetime. California Potbellied Pog Association: Spay and Neutering Information
- Male potbellied pigs can become sexually active at six to ten weeks old. California Potbellied Pog Association: Spay and Neutering Information
- George Clooney owned a potbellied pig named Max.
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The potbellied pig is a domesticated pig, also known as a Vietnamese potbellied pig, originating in Vietnam.
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Spay and Neutering
According to the California Potbellied Pog Association, potbellied pigs should be spayed or neutered; this will make for a much more docile pet and aid in a longer, healthier life.California Potbellied Pog Association: Spay and Neutering InformationVeterinarians prefer to wait until the animal is between six and 12 weeks of age or weigh at least 20 pounds before neutering.California Potbellied Pog Association: Spay and Neutering Information
Un-altered males let off a musky odor and can become aggressive, destructive and overly amorous with couches, chairs and other household furnishings.California Potbellied Pog Association: Spay and Neutering Information
Females should be spayed before their first heat cycle. Check with your local veterinarian to find out if they alter exotic pets.California Potbellied Pog Association: Spay and Neutering Information
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Potbellied Pig Questions
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Tips on grooming peruvian guinea pigs? 1 AnswerLong-haired guinea pigs - brush and comb out any mats every day. If you are having a hard time coping with the long coat, the hair can be trimmed (simply trim t... read more -
What exactly does the Swine Flu have to do with pigs? 5 Answers"Flu viruses are named after the first animal they were found in," said Sandy Amass. "This particular strain just happened to be discovered in pigs in 1930, and... read more -
Will drinking beer give you a potbelly? 6 AnswersIt certainly can Mind your calorie intake and you should be fine, a single 8 oz beer is 102 Calories*. Not too bad on its own, but combine a number of beers an... read more
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Potbellied Pig Blogs and Forums
- Chicagoist: Curly, the Pot-Bellied Pig (May 28, 2008)
- PotbelliedPig.com: Forum
- AllExperts: Pot Bellied Pigs
- PetsHub: Pot Bellied Pig Forums
- PetPig.com: Pig Forums
- ThePigSite.com: ThePigSite Discussion Forum
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Note to self: Keep giant bag of dog food out of the potbellied pig's reach....
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Hmmm....interesting. I think the potbellied pig is trying to have sex with the dog. Fortunately, the dog is taller.
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@hAiLeYgLaSsMaN1 we had a potbellied pig once.Her name was Hillary(this was WAY before anyone heard of THE Hillary!)She was a difficult pet!
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