Sara Brown addresses the teacup, or miniature pig fad. Some people bought the pets, not realizing that miniature pigs can grow to be 40 lbs. to 300 lbs. And they still have natural pig instincts. Rooting and raiding cabinets were just two examples of pig behavior for which people weren’t prepared.
Source: Pork, February 27, 2018.
The Humane Society of Missouri is asking people to think twice before adding a miniature pig as a pet. “Consumers will not see the difference between pets and food producing animals—regardless of their size,” postulates Brown. “The industry should be wary of the potential for a growing public relations issue.”