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Pet Potbellied Pigs: Health and Diseases

What are the signs and symptoms of a healthy pig or a sick pig? Learn about pet potbellied pig health and diseases — and how to find a vet.

a healthy potbellied pig resting in a cave on some hay

Eco-Friendly Pet Products: Toys, Food, and More

Eco-friendly pet products can benefit both your pet and the environment. Get ideas for recycled DIY pet toys, organic foods, and more.

Tabby kitten playing in and chewing on a box, an easy DIY eco-friendly cat toy

Why Spay and Neuter: The Benefits for Pets

Fixing, desexing, sterilizing, castrating: Whatever term you use, spaying and neutering dogs and cats is important. Learn spay/neuter benefits, facts, and myths.

Pet Potbellied Pigs: Behavior and Socialization

How do pigs get along with dogs, cats, other pets, other pigs, and people? Learn about pet potbellied pig relationships, dominance behavior, and herd dynamics.

two pet potbellied pigs, who have received socialization and get along well, standing side by side in a friendly behavior

How to Find a Good Veterinarian

A veterinarian should be a good fit for both you and your pet. Here are some helpful guidelines for how to find a veterinarian near you.

veterinarian examining a small dog

What Do Veterinary Specialists Do?

What is a specialized vet? Learn about veterinary specialists, such as dog oncologists, cat ophthalmologists, exotic animal veterinarians, and equine vets.

Veterinary specialist holding a kitten on an exam table

A Guide to Potbellied Pigs as Pets

What is it like to have a pet pig? Here is a comprehensive guide for what to know if you're considering a potbellied pig as a pet.

a person with their hand on their pet potbellied pig

What to Feed a Potbellied Pig

What do pigs eat -- or rather, what should be in a pig's diet? Read about the best foods and supplements to feed potbellied pigs and why obesity is a problem.

RB the potbellied pig eating some lettuce as part of a healthy pig diet

Pet Spay and Neuter FAQs

What is the difference between spaying and neutering? What are the benefits of pet spay and neuter? Get answers to some frequently asked questions.

Two dogs who have been spayed. Spaying or neutering is important for all pets.

Pet Potbellied Pigs: Spay and Neuter

Here's what you need to know about spaying/neutering pet potbellied pigs, including reasons for it, anesthesia risks, and spay/neuter cost.

a pet potbellied pig outdoors eating

A Guide to Teacup Pigs (Mini Pigs)

Are you looking to adopt a teacup pig? Learn all about the care needs and misconceptions regarding these so-called mini pigs.

a large adult pet potbellied pig, who was sold as a teacup pig (aka mini pig), standing among grasses and flowers