THE PIGS

Pigs are believed to have been domesticated from wild boar as early as 9000 years ago. They were originally native to Europe and parts of Asia but have, over the centuries, been introduced to many parts of the world. Some breeds of pig, such as the Asian pot-bellied pig, are kept as pets. Because of their foraging abilities, and an excellent sense of smell, pigs are used to hunt for truffles in some parts of Europe. Pigs are highly intelligent, inquisitive, adaptable, social animals that learn quickly. In many learning tests they can out-perform dogs! Pigs are expressive animals and can produce a wide range of different calls/vocalisations. Their tails can often tell you about their mood - happy pigs often have curly tails whereas pigs that are stressed may tuck their tails between their legs.