How big is a full size pot belly pig?

How big is a full size pot belly pig?

Full grown potbellied pigs weigh an average of 70-150 lb. with some reaching 200 lb. or more; they average 3-ft. long and 15-inches tall. Full growth is not reached until about 5 years of age.

Can potbelly pigs live outside in the winter?

Yes, they can, but you will have to ‘pig-proof’ your outdoor area. In fact, even though many owners keep their pigs indoors and house train them, the RSPCA advises that pets should not be kept in the home.

How big of an area do you need for a pot bellied pig?

For adults, estimate 6-8 square feet per pig. This is only a minimum space needed and you should add another 15% of space in hot weather. We prefer to see even more area provided per pig, as the incidence of fighting, biting and other problems are reduced.

How big does a Vietnamese potbellied pig get?

Potbellied pigs, Vietnamese potbellied pigs, Kunekune pigs, and Chinese potbellied pigs generally grow anywhere from 125 pounds to over 200 pounds and 16 to 26 inches tall. Miniature potbellied pigs reach roughly 35 to 60 pounds and 15 to 16 inches tall.

How big of a space do you need for 2 pigs?

You want 20sqft per pig if your going to have a slat floor and gutters etc for waste..so 2 pigs would be 40sqft and 4 pigs would be 80sqft this comes out to be 8’X5′ for 2 pigs and 8’x10ft for 4 pigs.

What’s the average life span of a pot belly pig?

Pigs are generally quite playful and enjoy human companionship and can develop deep bonds with their respective caretakers. They also are a fairly long lived animal with the average life span of a pot bellied pig being about 12 to 15 years.

For adults, estimate 6-8 square feet per pig. This is only a minimum space needed and you should add another 15% of space in hot weather. We prefer to see even more area provided per pig, as the incidence of fighting, biting and other problems are reduced.

You want 20sqft per pig if your going to have a slat floor and gutters etc for waste..so 2 pigs would be 40sqft and 4 pigs would be 80sqft this comes out to be 8’X5′ for 2 pigs and 8’x10ft for 4 pigs.

When to start feeding a pot bellied Piglet?

Diet of Pot Bellied Pigs. As a basic rule of thumb, piglets can be fed regular pot bellied pig chow starting at 3 weeks of age (but you shouldn’t be getting a piglet until they are at least 6 weeks of age). 2 cups of pig chow is a good starting point but you should be adjusting this amount if your pig is too fat or too thin.

How much does it cost to feed a pot belly pig?

Recurring costs to budget for. The average pot belly pig will eat close to one pound of feed per day, which can cost about $40 to $50 per month, with the costs increasing as the pig ages due to the requirement for a senior diet.