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We are about to finish a build farm for breeding a miniature pigs. in your opinion, where we shall look for strat of ackuiring good exemplars for breeding purposes in Croatia?
Best regards,
Miroslav ASIC

I’m thrilled to learn you plan to breed miniature pigs! It pains me, though, that I can’t be of more help. I don’t maintain an international directory of qualified breeders.

I would like to recommend some considerations, though.

If you plan to breed mini pigs for sale as pets, research popularity of various breeds in your area and consider acquiring miniature pig breeds that are popular with consumers.

When you find a breeder from whom you want to buy, ask for references and then follow up with those references to ensure the animals they purchased from the breeder are healthy. As these animals will become your breeding stock, you want to make sure you’re getting the healthiest examples possible.

Ask the breeder from whom you are considering purchase what their inbreeding and linebreeding policies are. Make sure they are educated breeders. Inbreeding and linebreeding are common enough practices but should be approached with caution to avoid passing on genetic defects.

Under no circumstances should you look for “teacup” or “super-mini” pigs. These are invariably genetically flawed examples, malnourished and very short lived.

Check your options at more than one breeder to ensure you’re getting both a reasonable price (you may have to pay more for healthy breeding stock than for pet-only animals) and getting healthy animals.

Take a good look at the conditions in which the pigs are kept. Pigs are succeptable to a variety of parasitic infections and disease and their living arrangements can compound health risks.

Best of luck to you! A coworker of mine is from Croatia and, from the pictures he’s shown me, it is a beautiful country I’d very much love to visit.

do you know of any Juliana pig breeders? Or african pygmy? Thanks

Jennifer - You can start by visiting the North American Potbellied Pig Association and checking our their certified breeders. If none of them are local to you, you can still contact them in hopes of being directed to a qualified breeder in your area. Also keep in mind that breeders may be willing to ship.

Though I strongly recommend NAPPA or a referal they may offer you, the classified section of your local paper and the pigs for sale listings at Hoobly may be other resources to consider. Just do your homework and ask for references from previous customers! You want to do everything in your power to support responsible, ethical breeders rather than the miniature pig equivalent of a puppy mill.

Dave

I have the rarest breed of pig anywhere.. MINI Spotted Juliana!!!
I sell them at weaning for $1,500 (fixed) or $2,000 for a breeder.
419-825-7276 They have personality of a dog and are only 15-20 lbs full grown!
I am one of the only breeders in the USA

In response to Dawn’s comment, Nicole writes:

NO, you are not the only breeder of Mini Julianas. There are four quality breeders in the USA and I am one of them aswell. My pedigrees go back to the first Julianas that were imported to the USA. I have been breeding TRUE mini pigs for over 17 years. I raise mini julianas, micro minis, and mini mulefoots at this time.

PS….you bought your Mini Julianas from me, Dawn. I have the contracts. God Bless…….

Nicole - If you’d like to leave contact information or your URL for your own breeding services, please do so and I’ll be happy to post it here.

I have seen miniature potbelly pigs called Kune Kune pigs for sale. Where are they from and is it true that they have terrific personalities,& do not root. Thanks

Im in sydney Australia and want a pet miniture pig can you help?

who are the other two breeders of mini juliani pigs? What are their websites?

And to Nicole, you said you breed micro minis — what breed is that,
I mean when I type in micro mini I don’t just come up with one certain type of pig, my search usually gives me sites like this, and the results typically show potbelly pigs.

Kay -

Thanks for bringing up Kunekunes! These are absolutely fabulous animals with sweet and friendly dispositions. Though their origin is a bit of a mystery, (presumably Asian) we have New Zealand and, more directly, wildlife park owners Michael Willis and John Simister to thank for the stock today. Without Michael and John’s intervention, these delightful animals would in all likelihood be extinct!

Yes, Kunekune’s are well known for being grazers rather than rooters, but trust a mini pig to buck the trend and surprise you now and again due to mix breeding.

Kunekunes are also known as Maori Pigs, Kune Kunes, Kunes or Kune-Kunes. Their Maori name, Kunekune translates to “chubby.”

Kunes tend on the large size as mini pigs go, topping out around 95-120 with boars reaching as much as 200 pounds, but they are still compact relative to their grocery-store-bound bretheren.

For more on Kunekunes and some delightful pictures of their remarkable color and patterns, visit USA KuneKunes.

Melody - I’m sorry, but I’m not based in Australia nor am I a breeder (though I’m a big fan of both the country and mini pig breeders!)

I would suggest contacting breeders in the UK or (read the comment above) Kunekune breeders in neighboring New Zealand for some guidance. Shipping is sometimes an option providing you can afford it and are comfortable with quarantine periods. Hopefully, though, they can connect you with local breeders in your neck of the woods.

Dave

I am currently in the process of researching pet pigs. I am really interested in the mini julianas. Their conformation as well as personality seem like it will fit in really well in my family. I know there are very few breeders in the US. Does anyone out there know where I can find more info? Thanks a bunch!!

Do you know anything about SWEDISH mini pigs? There are some folks selling them on craigslist and they can’t seem to tell me anything about them other than “they are not potbellies”

Doreen - They are correct. Swedish miniature pigs are not potbellies. “Potbelly” became a bit of a catchall term similar to using the word kleenex to refer to a tissue when, in fact, it is a brand.

Swedish miniatures tend to be all or mostly white, straighter-backed, have a less-pronounced belly and a more elongated snout.

I recently purchased a small pig from an auction, I believe to be a young adult. As a pet for my children. She is house broke, very efectionate, Very playful and great with Kids. The problem is I have no idea what kind of pig she is and neither does anyone else. It dont really matter But I guess I am just curious. After talking to the guy who put her in the auction, all he knew about her was she came from an elderly women who couldnt take care of her anymore. And she lived in the house. And she was great with his grandkids that played with her. I have looked and looked to find what kind of pig she is with no success. The closest thing I could find was a pygmy hog drawing thats markings are identical to her at this link http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pygmy_hog
She has a white underside and legs, Most of her is a chocalate brown color with stripes (golden brown) the full length of her body. She has a thin coat. She is tuskless. straight tail. straight back no sway. Not pop gutted. She is about 25lbs and maybe 12-14 inches high. Somebody please help me….

i would like to get one, but i dont know if they are that great if a pet and if you can house train it and can you leash train it. i live on a arm so i can ut them outside but i would love to have it inside. so if some could tell me more about them please, thank you.

I want to adopt or purchase 2 micro pigs to breed in Oregon. Where can I go to find them?

I would love more info on the teacup pigs. Fifteen years ago, my brother and I had a pot bellied pig. He was the most awesome pet! If I love the mini pig, I know I will love a teacup piggy!!!

nicole. get your panties out of a bunch

Our family just purchased a Miniature Juliana Pig from Nicole. The pig is great, grunts around the house, pushes toys around, is really a joy to see. She has been sooo easy to train, hasn’t had a single accident, goes into her little pen every night, loves the cat. We couldn’t be happier. Thanks Nicole.

I was just given a darling little black miniature pig. Her owner said she is a Korean Miniature pig. The mother is about the size of my papillion (chihuahua type dog) She has already bonded with my two dogs and seems very intelliigent. We might get her sister who is white. They are from a large litter and the only ones left. Is it better for them to have a companion? I always think so, but would like to have some input. thank you.

what about when they grow? I heard some of them get mean, is it true? do they smell? bite? I suppose I need to check my neighborhood ass. because it will be concider a farm animal? or I just post him as a pet?

I’m interested in a mini pig for my own. My parent’s are saying that it has to be small though. Anyone know small ones that stay small?

My girlfriend has gone absolutely barmy about mini pigs and are considering getting two in the new year. We live in kent in England and wanted to know how to avoid buying sick animals? And find a recoomended breeder in kent or a nearby county - Can anyone help?

I have a litter of Miniature Spotted Juliana pigs born 12/22/09
Please visit my website for more information on them and see pictures of this VERY RARE and EXOTIC breed of mini pigs. I sell them for $800 each and in-tact so that people can breed if they so desire. 419-825-7276 We are in N.W. Ohio. I do not export pigs.
Have a PIG’tastic day!

im realy interested in getting a mini potbelly pig is there any breeders that anyone knows of in nz or in australia ?

what are the types and how are big do they get? can i receive information about them? what is the price range for them?

Crazy Daisy only wants to be held. What will she be like when she is 6 months old my husband asks? She is 9 weeks now and has the run of our home (4,000 sq ft) with supervision, and also has a farm yard to frolic in. BUT still wants to be held. She loves our Australian Shepperd,pug & 2 cats but we haven’t introduced her to the horses yet. Are they afraid of the pool (water) and will she stay away from it, should I bath her? There is always water available but I haven’t seen her drink any yet. She eats lettuce with every meal because of that.
Please let me know. She is a micro-mini.
Shelley Cole

So cute!

For micro pigs sales and further information please visit us at http://www.ukmicropigs.com.

I think these mini pigs are the cutest pets. I always grew up with 2 cats but I am dying to have a mini pig. I want a pig that is about 20 pounds once it is fully grown. The smaller the better. I live in NJ and I want someone to give me info on where, when, and how I can adopt or buy one of these smart mini micro pigs.

Dawn~ I am interested in breeding these lil guys. I am still in the research stage. I would love to hear from you and talk about it. I am leaning toward the breed you have. My e-mail is cameo128@hotmail.com
Nicole~ I would love to hear from you too. I want to know as much as possible before I jump into this. Hope to hear from you soon!

have any one herd of a pig name swine pig? its long and pink. it was at the houston rodeo. im only 11 and i want those but smaller.

hey there i have had a kune kune as a pet for ages but would like to know if they have teacup pig breeders in New-Zealand?

My grandchildren loved our full-blown PIG
‘Bobby’. It only took 6 months and he was
ready for the butcher shop. Except for the size, he was a wonderful companions for the German Shepherd’s. They loved Bobby. Now we are looking for a miniature PIG. Years ago I read in a China Airlines magazine about a miniature variety from Taiwan. Perhaps this was a pot-belly. Now I’m looking for a breeder in Indonesia who has the small variety. Does anyone know who this could be? Thanks.