Here is one of the moms a few days before farrowing. This one had 8 piglets!
More cute little babies for the kids to hold.
Less than one day old!
We call it a project because there are lots of things going on here. We are a family of four living semi-rurally in our owner-built off-grid straw bale home, attachment parenting, homeschooling, farming and homesteading with two other family members on 10 acres. Our goals are self-sufficiency and sustainability as we prepare for the future while living joyfully in the present.
Tuesday, June 09, 2009
Piglets!
Our first litters of piglets were born a few weeks ago. These are special births because they are American Guinea Hogs, a rare heritage breed that is near extinction. Through the efforts of several enthusiastic breeders around the country their numbers are climbing, which is a good thing because this small, gentle breed is a real treasure. The piglets are the size of a soda can at birth and are unbelievably cute.
Here is one of the moms a few days before farrowing. This one had 8 piglets!
More cute little babies for the kids to hold.
Less than one day old!
Here is one of the moms a few days before farrowing. This one had 8 piglets!
More cute little babies for the kids to hold.
Less than one day old!
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OMG! I can't decide whether I want a soda or a baby pig more, but they are adorable!
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