Pet Talk CNHI News Service

When most people think of their ideal pet, a certain breed of dog or cat instantly comes to mind. However, for those who love more exotic pets and are willing to put in a little more time and effort, a pot-bellied pig can be an ideal choice.

For answers to the most frequently asked questions about micro pigs and micro pig ownership, please visit petpiggies website at the following link http://www.petpiggies.co.uk/caring-faqs/

Petpiggies are frequently asked ''Do micro pigs get along with dogs?''

The answer is ''Yes, in the vast majority of cases micro pigs and dogs get on very well'' however there can be no guarantee as would be the case when introducing any new pet to your home.

Much will depend on the temperament of the animals involved and the careful introduction of the newcomer to existing pets in the household.

Below are pictures of both adult & young micro pigs with Staffordshire Bull Terriers.

The forecast is for some of the hottest days of the year so please make sure your micro pigs stay cool with lots of fresh water available at all times and plenty of shade.

Micro pigs are extremely clean and would not generally require bathing.

If  you do wish to give your piggy a bath or shower here are a few tips:

1) Always use a non slip matt to ensure your piggy doesn't slip and injure itself

2) Micro pigs naturally have dry skin, use a Lanolin based or non degreasing shampoo

3) Place a few treats in the bath or shower, perhaps a few pieces of carrot, to help keep your piggy interested and to make bath times exciting.

Some cute baby micro pig pictures to mark the start of Wimbledon 2013

The Woburn Abbey Garden Show

Whether you are a gardening expert, handy with a trowel or never potted a plant before, all are welcome at ‘The Gardener’s Garden Show’, back for its fourth year on the 22nd and 23rd June.

Offering something for everyone in a friendly and accessible environment, you can enjoy an introduction to gardening, the opportunity to hone or learn new gardening skills, purchase wonderful plants and of course the opportunity to meet our little micro pigs.

Petpiggies micro pigs were featured in The Times newspaper today 19 June, 2013.

Read the full article below.

Petpiggies welcomed local photographer Bridget Davey who was keen to visit and capture the beauty and character of micro pigs on camera.

Our thanks to Bridget Davey for the following images

You can see more of Bridgets work at http://www.bridgetdavey.com/

Petpiggies are proud to introduce their latest litter of micro pigs born 1 May.

If you are interested in owning a micro pig and would like to find out more, please email info@petpiggies.co.uk or contact us on 01525 288532 for further information

Petpiggies held a Micro Pig petting session at Discovery Channels London offices yesterday.

The staff, who had been working extremely hard on the launch of TLC UK channel, were given the opportunity to have their pictures taken cuddling a micro piglet and most couldn't wait to get hold of the little ones.

Our thanks to the delightful team at Discovery /TLC for there help and support.

Petpiggies are looking forward to an exciting weekend after accepting an invitation to join Danielle Lloyd and special guests at her home for her Baby Shower.

''Tweeting her excitement that @petpiggies have confirmed they are coming it appears Danielles guests will include a selection of the ever-popular micro pigs. Even the piggies are excited tweeting back to the star, Oink, Oink, @MissDLloyd has invited me to her party.

The evening was full of fun, frolics and lots and lots of cuddles.

Wet, Wet, Wet !

If you are interested in owning a pet micro pig please email info@petpiggies.co.uk or call us on 01525 288532

Watch out for Discovery Channel TV trailers featuring Petpiggies Micro Pig... coming to screen near you!