What snacks can pigs eat?
Most pigs love: cooked broccoli, pitted apricots, cucumbers, dark green lettuce, cooked potatoes, beets, grapes, pumpkins, all squashes, zucchini, snow peas, spinach, yams, kale, tomatoes, chard, carrots, pears, apples, berries, oranges, grapefruit, melons, pitted cherries, pitted peaches.
Can pigs eat sweet feed?
Pellets Feeds Pet pigs should not be fed sweet feed or other grains, or feeds designed for “show pigs” or hogs. Potbellied pig feeds should be fed according to label recommendations, based on the ideal healthy weight of the pig. The daily serving of pellets should be divided up into at least 2 meals per day.
Can potbelly pigs eat oranges?
Pigs can eat a wide range of fruits, so long as it’s in moderation. As for fruits, most seem to like apples, melons, grapes and berries. We have found here over the years that most don’t care for oranges or grapefruit. There have only been 2 pigs that would eat them and it was always fun watching them peel the orange.
What kind of food does a pot belly pig eat?
Potbellied pigs (aka pot belly pigs) are omnivores, so their natural diet in the wild would include roots, veggies, nuts, seeds, berries, worms, insects, raw eggs and other little critters.
What should you not feed a pot bellied pig?
It is also vitally important to know what you shouldn’t feed your pig. Never give it chocolate or pre-packed food for human consumption due to its high salt content. It’s also important you limit the dosage of starchy vegetables if you want to keep your pot-bellied pig healthy.
Is it possible to raise a pot belly pig?
Pot belly pig is perfect for small homestead product. Minimal space requirement, minimal fencing compared to meat hog breeds, and minimal feed. You have to keep in mind that they are lard hogs though. I raise American Guinea Hogs which are very similar in makeup. High protein, low fat, unlimited forage diet.
Are there any foods that are safe for pigs to eat?
The following fruits and vegetables are also edible and safe for pigs when cooked. Other foods you should not feed to pigs raw are Onions, Avocado, Rhubarb, Celery, Parsely, Unriped tomatoes, and raw Parsnips.
Is it OK to feed a pot belly pig cat food?
Avoid feeding your pig dog or cat food. Cat food is made for cats as dog food is made for dogs. They do not have the proper nutrients for your potbellied pig and the protein level is too high. Dog food can be given in case of emergency (like you ran out of feed) but only for a short period of time.
What foods are toxic to a pot belly pig?
Certain foods and plants are toxic to pigs, including chocolate, alcohol, avocados, ivy and a large variety of other plants. The website for the Southern California Association of Miniature Potbellied Pigs (SCAMPP) has information on plants that are toxic to potbellied pigs.
What should I do with my pot belly pig?
If your pig constantly goes back and forth between the food and water bowls then you may want to either put the water bowl farther away or put some water on piggy’s food. Do not soak it, put on just enough to moisten it. Food amounts should be cut down if your pig is able to graze a great deal.
Do you feed your pet pig people food?
In the winter we usually double what would be their normal amount. Please do not feed your pet pig “people food” or you will end up with a fat and unhealthy pig. They are just like humans: Eat junk food and you get FAT!! Plus, it is not good for their (or your) overall long term health.
Pet pigs should not be fed sweet feed or other grains, or feeds designed for “show pigs” or hogs.
