We don’t believe piggies should be given as gifts, they are members of your family.
Our adoption fees cover food, vegetables, hay, bedding and, most importantly, vet bills! We ask for a minimum donation of: £30 per sow Minimum of £35 (cost to us is £45), per neutered boar Once your adoption has been agreed,...
Welcome to the addictive world of piggies! Our first advice is to read through all of the articles on our knowledgebase; you should find the answers to most questions there. If there’s still something you’re not sure about, you can always...
General Care Claws will usually need trimming every 6 – 8 weeks. If you’re not sure, start by just trimming the very sharp bit off the tip. If you cut it a bit too short and it bleeds, don’t worry, it probably looks worse than it is. Nevi...
Your boy must be kept separate from your girls until the 6 week post neuter date is reached. The Nest will let you know the date once your boy has left, please drop us a message if you haven’t heard. Your boy can be held and cuddled wi...
I think there’s something wrong with my piggie. If you have concerns, you should always ask your vet’s advice. If it isn’t an emergency, you’re welcome to message us. We may have some ideas, and will refer you to your vet if necessary....
Why is it recommended to have a neutered boar with girls? A neutered boar and a pair (or more!) of girls is my favourite combination of piggies! It’s fun to watch. There’s always something going on! The boars can be funny, watching them r...
Clipping claws can be tricky and a bit nerve-racking – especially if the claws are black. Why not make an appointment at the Nest to have your piggie’s claws cut here? It’s something we are doing almost everyday! With long-haired piggi...
