A grandmother from Barrmill, Scotland has adopted two very unusual pets, a pair of micro pigs who have charmed her family and friends.
Hazel Milne, 57 and her husband Alex, 61 adopted the adorable duo who they have hilariously named Snoop Hogg and Piggy Smalls.
The couple were inspired to join the increasing number of people keeping pigs, as they have extra land on their property and wanted to use it for a good purpose.
Hazel set to work researching the best miniature pig breeders and came across the award-winning Kew Little Pigs, which talked her through the pig keeping process in a special course prior to the animals arriving.
She said: “We run Giffenmill Boarding Kennel here too and I have to say that the pigs are much cleaner than the dogs if you can believe it. We have had so much fun learning to look after them. Snoop Hogg is the biggest of the two and is a bit pushy, and Piggy Smalls definitely relies on Snoop for comfort. They are absolutely lovely and so clever.”
The pair of piggies have been a hit with the couple’s friends and family, particularly their granddaughter Mila who is 19 month-old. And Hazel has plans to get the pigs harnesses and leads so that they can all enjoy a walk together around Barrmill.
She said: “We are still all getting used to each other but I can’t wait to go out for a walk with them. We have had lots of support from Kew Little Pigs who brought the pigs to us from Buckinghamshire and gave us training. It all happened quite quickly too after we first got in touch. We have been so impressed with it.”
Olivia Mikhail, owner of Kew Little Pigs, said: “We are so thrilled that Hazel and Alex are so happy with Snoop and Piggy. What gorgeous names for a really special pair.
“Pigs really do make wonderful pets, and are every bit as intelligent as a dog, but cheaper to keep. We are seeing a real piggy revolution with more people than ever showing an interest in adoptions.”
To find out more about Kew Little Pigs go to www.kewlittlepigs.com or email pigsales@kewlittlepigs.com
“I joined the team in September of 2021 as a Farm Hand. This was my first proper job and the experience was very insightful as working with animals there is never a dull moment. I have always loved animals and have had many different animals growing up such as guinea pigs, rabbits, dogs and horses so I knew the animal industry was a career I would like to be involved in. Since joining Kew Little Pigs Farm I have had the opportunity to care for the animals and share my knowledge with all the customers that have visited the farm. I was promoted to Head Farm Hand in January 2023.
I look forward to my journey here at Kew Little Pigs Farm and hope to see you on the farm soon!”
