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Post by jinxx47 on Oct 15, 2007 21:10:55 GMT -5
these are just tooo cute... These pint-size pigs are hogging the spotlight, toted as the next perfect pet. Bred at Pennywell farm in Devon, England, the Pennywell Miniature is a variant on a rare breed from New Zealand. Farm co-owner Chris Murray wanted to breed the pocket-size pigs "so that children can enjoy giving them a cuddle." The Pennywell farm began cross-breeding the pigs nine years ago. Murray says that they are easy to house train and have a good temperament. The miniature pigs are a big hit on the farm and even caught the eye of British TV celebrity Jonathan Ross, who bought two of the pigs for $300, according to the BBC. Farm co-owner Chris Murray said that they try to "sell them in pairs so that they always have company and a companion to snuggle down with on cold winter nights." However, Murray said that these pets aren't your average slothful porkers: "As pets, it is very important that the pigs are kept fit not fat." (Pennywell Farm)
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