History of the Potbellied Pig

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...

Pet Pig Myths and Facts

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...

Vet Care for Pet Pigs

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...