Stacey Robertshaw and her family chose miniature pigs, Dolly and Mabel, as their pets, finding them to be easier to care for and train than dogs. Their story highlights the growing popularity of these intelligent and affectionate animals as companions.
But there are some families who decide to opt for a different type of four-legged friend – a pig.
“Having a dog worried me as I didn't really want to be having to go out walking them at night,” Stacey said. In order to adopt from Kew Little Pigs, Stacey, Elsie and Cole, both 13, had to take a pig keeping course run by the farm and demonstrate that they had created an appropriate space for their new pets.
“When they want to go to the toilet, they just stand by the door asking to be let out with an adorable snort. "They are so affectionate, loving and have so much character. They both love attention and when they are not in their pen or indoors they enjoy playing in the garden with the kids. "They really are very much like dogs. They have now worked out that their best chance of getting a treat is from the kids so follow them around all the time. Everybody loves them so much."
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