In case you missed the update, the little potbellied piggy at left, our Moro's full brother, is coming to live with us sometime next month. His owners were told he would never grow bigger than a mid sized dog, and that owning a potbellied pig is like owning a dog. It wasn't mentioned that he'd need vaccines, tusk and hoof trimming, or the fact that a two year old potbellied pig will test its boundaries. Once they discovered this may well turn into a one hundred pound animal with a mind of his own, they decided to rehome him. They plan to have kids and are uncomfortable with the idea of a large animal around small children. If they feel that way they are correct, especially since they are having a great deal of trouble with the little one now. They're having him vaccinated and neutered before bringing him, as well as bringing a playpen, potbellied piggy moisturizers and shampoo, more potbellied pig food and harnesses. They love this little guy...how could I resist?
As for Moro, she's doing great. She uses her litter box faithfully, potties outside as soon as I bring her out there, and knows sit, beg, come, up, and spin. She's also a bit of a firebrand. Last night, she insisted on burrowing under Paul's armpit. When he wouldn't let her, she tried to bite him to put him in his place. He shoved her the way an older pig would, so she barked at him. I thought I'd fall over.
Oscar will provide Moro with potbellied piggy company and an outlet for her dominant personality. The current owners will be happier to know he is on a farm, with his sister, and they can come visit since they live in Atlanta.
