So every Arbor Day our community puts together a little shin-dig. The kids love it because there are bouncy houses, face painting, a petting zoo, sunshine, friends, food and prizes. The parents love it because it's FREE and the kids have a good time. I love it because I finally discovered our family's future pet. I've been contemplating if we should get a dog... but now I have my answer... we are getting a pot-belly pig. Jon and I have been arguing about this very touchy subject since the Arbour Day Celebration last month, (the kids siding with me). Jon finally agreed that if I want the pig after our summer vacations then we would get it... as long as we name it Bacon... I'm cool with that. Come August the Jolley family will be official proud pet owners... of a cute little pig named Bacon!
Facts about potbellied pigs:
-They have a unique appearance and they are known for their cleanliness and intelligence.
-They have a lifespan of 12 years and their average weight is 125 lbs., about the size of
a large dog.
-Pot-bellied pigs are exceptionally strong. It is advisable to teach leash respect when the piglet is young.
-Because of their keen sense of smell, food should be kept out of reach. Keep your refrigerator secure. Superior intelligence allows these animals to learn how to open the door. They love food and will do anything they can to obtain a snack. Never allow free feeding. This will lead to extreme obesity.
-As with all pets, your pot-bellied pig should be groomed daily; use a soft bristled brush. Only bath them occasionally. These pigs keep themselves immaculate.
-Pigs in general are the fourth smartest animal in the world.
What do you think about this idea? Who's side are you on... mine or Jon's??!!
Oh my gosh!!! That is awesome. I totally think you should get a pig, but you HAVE to name it BACON!!!! Post pictures for sure. My old neighbor in Utah had one for a pet and it was great. They would take him for walks and everything.
ReplyDeleteLove your cute family! But I gotta tell ya I'm not so sure about this pig thing. First of all having pets, I'm not as huge of a fan as I thought I'd be, and I only have a cat and a lizard. I like how pigs are a really clean animal, but do you snuggle with a pig? How much fun can they be? Can your kids ride him for fun? That may be the deciding factor for me, cuz you know your kids are gonna at least try.
ReplyDeleteThat's my 2 cents.
I am allergic to dogs and cats and really anything else with fur, so you know, why not a pig... I've never gotten past a goldfish so good for you!
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ReplyDeleteA pig named bacon.
LOVE IT!
JON'S
ReplyDeleteI hate to say, but I'm on Jon's side. I can't believe that he finally agreed on you getting a pot-bellied pig, that is hilarious!! I love that they're smart and immaculate, but you can't ever really cuddle with them like you can a dog. If you do get a pet pig, I LOVE the name Bacon!!!!
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