Proper training goes a long way to making it easy to handle and care for your pig. But because these animals are energetic and can weigh up to 200 pounds, they do not make good pets for young children, the disabled, or the elderly. They have the energy and the sense of responsibility to handle their pet's needs. If you are a truly dedicated pot-bellied pig owner, your interests may spill over into breeding pigs for sale. There are a number of registered breeders throughout the U.S. and a few in Canada.
Breeders sell and often show their pigs.
Getting Started Adopting a pot-bellied pig is a huge commitment. You need to do your homework and learn about the nature of pigs and your responsibilities as a pet pig owner. You will probably need to educate the veterinarian in your area if you cannot locate one who has experience with pot-bellied pigs. Local breeders or pig owners' associations are the best places to get good, reliable advice on owning and caring for a pig. Pigs can be trained like dogs, and are actually more intelligent.