Potbellied Pigs


Book Description

Introduces the potbellied pig, describing its physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior, and discussing the care and diet that it needs if it is kept as a pet.




Potbellied Pigs


Book Description

You may think that potbellied pigs belong on farms, but would you consider letting one into your living room? Potbellied pigs are just one of the great far-out and unusual pets that you might want to add to your family. Authors Alvin and Virginia Silverstein and Laura Silverstein Nunn give readers a fun and fact-filled view into the lives of these animals and what it takes to care for a potbellied pig.




My Friend the Potbellied Pig


Book Description

Introduces the potbellied pig and provides information on whether to keep one as an indoor pet and on caring for a potbellied pig.




Potbellied Pigs


Book Description

Presents an introduction to potbellied pigs, offers guidelines for choosing a potbellied pig as a pet, and discusses housing, food, training, health problems, pig care, and visits to the veterinarian.




Portly Potbellied Pigs


Book Description

This charming book introduces young readers to something out of the ordinary, unusual pets. The first part of this book uses photographs and text to describe the care potbellied pigs need. The second part is a rhyming story with custom illustrations that depicts a young boy who enters his pet potbellied pig in a talent show. Interesting animal facts and a quick quiz provide additional reading and learning fun! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.







Potbellied Pigs


Book Description

Take your readers beyond the world of dogs and cats with Unique Pets! In this title, they will discover the potbellied pig's renowned intelligence and cleanliness and its unique breed history. Easy-to-read text introduces the behaviors, size, appearance, natural habitat, diet, reproduction, development, and care and keeping of this prized mammal. Large, full-color photos show off the potbellied pig's special features. Your readers are unique individuals. Shouldn't their pets be, too? Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.




Potbellied Pig Behavior and Training


Book Description

"Here's the first book on how to train potbellied pigs and teach them tricks. [Includes] How to choose the right pig; Pig obedience and discipline; Pig Programming philosophy; Ten-Step Program for behavior; Pig problems from A to Z. Learn the common-sense approach from an expert trainer with more than 10 years of porcine experience"--Page 4 of cover




Pot Bellied Pigs


Book Description

Learn about the habits and habitats of these unusual and interesting pets.




Care for a Potbellied Pig


Book Description

Potbellied pigs are unique pets. They are quite smart, so they are easy to train. They learn tricks quickly. They love company, so they always want to hang out with you, playing games, chasing a ball, and even cuddling on your lap. Just like a dog, pigs like to go for walks. Once you convince your parents that you can care for a potbellied pig, put on your sneakers, grab a leash, and hit the sidewalk! Chances are everyone will want to stop and see your charming new pet.