Recent news and events have somehow cast the smaller pig known as a micro pig and teacup pigs into the spotlight lately. All of a sudden there is a ginormous demand for these cute little critters, and it seems we have hundred of inquiries a day regarding them here at teacup pigs for sale. I think the demand has always been there for the smaller pigs, after all who wants a 100lb + Pot Belly Pig running around their home? Certainly not me.
When Did the Teacup Pigs Craze Start?
So i think the original craze that had started some years back surrounding the Pot Bellied Pig has not found a new footing in the micro mini or teacup pigs. This essentially has to do with size, and many people whom may have grabbed themselves a Pot Bellied Pig back when they were hot soon found that these animals were entirely too large to keep inside their home. Breeders were already realizing that these pigs would be become too large and started to look to Europe for a miniature pigs or teacup pigs.
This is where the micro pig or teacup pigs come in now. We see a much smaller big coming to market (no pun intended) and were seeing maximum sizes around 50 lbs. Well that’s a much more manageable size and of course a whole lot cuter. The micro pig craze has certainly taken off in the UK lately, with several news shows signing up to get their cameras on these pigs and their correspondents interviewing the breeders.
We have been seeing a lot of a breeder Jane Croft on both the Today Show and virtually all over the web in viral videos from you tube to news media sites. She is the breeder from the UK who has been somewhat responsible for the start of this new found craze in micro and teacup pigs. Croft has discussed what has actually gone into the making of teacup pigs by the combination of several distinct breeds. She mentioned the teacup pigs in the Today Show report often, thereby creating the buzz that would soon come to America.
The Tamworth pig is pale gingery to dark mahogany red in color and is characterized by a long neck and legs. They have deep sides and narrow backs and the breed is known for having excellent foot structure. Many teacup pigs of today are displaying this red color hue.
The second breed that Ms. Croft mentioned is the Kune Kunes. They arrived in Britain in 1992. These pigs look like a Walt Disney cartoon version of a pig. They are between twenty four and thirty inches high, and one hundred and twenty to two hundred and forty pounds in weight, a far cry from the teacup pigs of today. They are completely covered in hair which can be anything between short and straight, and long and curly.
Did Teacup Pigs Originate from Europe?
The third pig in the mix is the Gloucester Old Spots or GOS, descended from a region in Gloucestershire, England known as the Vale of Berkeley. Recognized as the oldest pedigree spotted pig in the world, the GOS was once popular with small family farms, where they were raised on dairy by-products (such as whey) and orchard “drop fruit,” giving these pigs the nicknames “cottage pig” and “orchard pig.”
The three breeds combined hardly explains the small or micro size of the the new micro or teacup breeds, but breeders have been working steadily to decrease the size of these pigs mixing them with the smaller Pot Belly and slowly creating the smaller pigs for household pets.
How Are Teacup Pigs as Pets?
The micro pigs or teacup pigs seem to be very docile and well adjusted in getting along with other animals like household cats and dogs. They need to be gradually entered into their new home and surroundings and should be supervised around children. The teacup pigs like attention, and if they don’t get it may seek to be a bit mischievous, so its best that a new owner be available around the house a good portion of the day.
The micro pig or teacup pig is currently available in the United States. We have access to the best breeders and can provide you with a pig of your own provided you fill out and qualify using our application. Some of the information asked of you may sound a bit stringent, but we want to ensure proper care of our micro mini and teacup pigs.
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hi. how much is it?and is it a girl? and we will figure out what we wanna do so reply.and can we get it in march
hi, i want to know if you have for sale this moment. please contact me thank you! my email is maryarimany@hotmail.com
how big do teacup pigs get when full grown
Hello wondering how much and for when will it be ready for delivery or pick up? m in ct thank you for your time.
hello how much are you selling it for and is it a boy or a girl?
& dos it get much bigger?.
i would love to have this pig for my pet and i already typed the stuff abought its homing
Hello, i am wondering how much it is? we are very interested and been looking arouns as didn’t just want to get the first one we saw as we needed to make sure we were doing the correct thing. We have put alot of thought and read up on them and the care for them. How much is the price of this little one?
I love these piggies so much. My only problem is that they’re illegal to own as pets in the city I live (Toronto). Does anyone have any advice on how to get around these “laws”?
I am in love with the pig. I want 2 IF any one knows where i can get them please email me. I love love love the pig!!!
I am totally intrested! please contact me at my email I would love to buy one!
hey there. OH my goodness, I am in love with these little guys!! they are adoreable!!
how much is it?? are there any left?? it doesnt matter if they are a boy or a girl. how big is it supposed to get?? not that it matters, i am just curious.
My family and I live in Michigan and we are interested in learning more about these Tea Cup Pigs. Could you please tell me if they found in Michigan for purchase and a general price range.
How much are they? I would love to have one!!
I have been looking into purchasing a teacup pig. I was wondering if there was anybody who sold them in Central Texas? My understanding is that they are smaller than a pot belly, is this correct?
If you could send me some information as soon as possible that would be wonderful. Thank you in advance for your help.
hi my names Samantha and im very interested if you could get back in touch i would like one immediately
how much r these lilpigs
i am very interested in these lil piggies, im looking to purchase one, im wondering how much a teacup piglet will cost and if there are any near wright city, missouri. If u could please contact me
thank you
i have been looking for a pig and i have not found one that i wanted but i would like to be the owner i have had one before and it died of old age but i hope i get it and thank you
r these pigs noisy and messy or can they be played with and come in the house =and hang out with us like a dog would??
i love teacup pigs im getting one soon
how much r the tea cup pigs? and do they grow much bigger
Hi! Can I please see some photo’s of ones for sale. How much are they?
-Gab
hey I am very much intrested my mum said no But i said I am defo geting one no matter what she says how much are they and how big is a fully grown teacup pig I just think there sooooo cute and I am able to look after one I am 13
Hi, I am very interested in buying a teacup pig I would like to know if there mis any available at the time and how much they would run. thanks
where can i get a teacup pig thats a baby?? My family has been talking about getting one and my mothers birthday is coming soon!?!
i am getting one for christmas
hey, im looking for a mini pig in/near ROLLA MISSOURI! if anyone knows any id love to hear from them. and if they know price that would be great. i dont mind backyard breeders!!! im on 200acres. so its not a problem
i am very interested in these pigs and was thinking of buying one but do you ship to england?