RSPCA in Hampshire suggests adopting farm animals as two pigs seek rehoming

As the RSPCA continue its Adoptober drive, it is urging people to consider adopting farm animals as well as household pets, as it has over 100 farm animals in its care.

And Stubbington Ark is seeking people to help rehome two of its pigs.

Crumpet, the pot-bellied pig is an older lady and is seeking a retirement home with a calm pace of life with an owner who will dedicate the necessary time to looking after her properly.

She is slightly overweight but the team at the Ark are monitoring this to help her shift some pounds whilst also keeping an eye on her legs to ensure that there are no problems caused as a result of this.

Crumpet will need a large field, a suitable shelter and fencing around the perimeter, and she is looking for someone who has previous experience in caring for pigs.

Little is known about her previous life before she arrived at the Ark, but she did come in with former companion, Phil, who is a young Old Spot pig, but due to a pig dispute, the pair are looking for individual homes.

Phil has a good temperament and enjoys back rubs as well as a wallow on warm days.

He also needs a large field, shelter and fencing to ensure his safety and his new owner will need to have a CPH number to show the team.

Dr Marc Cooper, head of farm animals at the RSPCA, said: ‘Farm animals often have different needs to animals such as dogs, cats or rabbits, so it’s important to consider whether you have the time, resources and money they need.

‘If you have the right environment for these animals, and the time and money to care for them, they can make wonderful additions to your family. They are very intelligent, curious and can be very affectionate, and rehoming a farm animal can be very rewarding.’

If you think you can give Crumpet or Phil a home, contact RSPCA Stubbington Ark, Fareham in Hampshire, on 01329 667541.