by Ross Mill Farm | Aug 28, 2019 | General
The history of the potbellied pig today can be traced back to Keith Connell’s import to the US from Canada in the mid-eighties. By today’s standards they were relatively large (60 to 80 kg). They were all black and wrinkled, particularly about the head and face. They...
by Ross Mill Farm | Aug 19, 2019 | General
Like any animal, pigs are more at risk of some issues than others. If you have one in your home, it’s important to recognize the most common pig diseases, and know when and how to get treatment. As always, an article on the internet is not a reasonable...
by Ross Mill Farm | Jul 15, 2019 | Education, General
Here, let’s have a bit of fun. Pig myths abound in the world of pets, and we’re here to set the record straight! Myth 1: An adult pet pig will only be 20-40 pounds. Fact: If someone told you that, they are lying or very misinformed. The average that we...
by Ross Mill Farm | Jul 8, 2019 | General
Ross Mill Farm works with pet pigs on a daily basis. We are often surprised by the number of people who come to us with a pig that has never seen a vet. This is not acceptable – pet pigs need vet care just as much as dogs and cats do. First and foremost, all pigs need...
by Ross Mill Farm | Jul 1, 2019 | Education, General
Cannabis, marijuana, weed, Buddha, wacky tobacky, or whatever else you want to call it. The attention on cannabis has increased in recent years. Scientific studies have shown definitive proof that it can help treat various medical conditions such as chronic...
