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2. Miniature pig - Wikipedia

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   The first mini pig breed developed in the United States was the Minnesota minipig, which emerged in the 1940s. [4] [5]In the 1960s, Vietnamese Pot-bellied pigs that grew up to 91 kilograms (200 lb) were sent to zoos in Western cities [6] and were used for medical research in the fields of toxicology, pharmacology, pulmonology, cardiology, aging, and as a source of organs for organ ...

3. How big do miniature pigs get? 'Teacup' variety may get ... - AOL

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   Potential 'mini' pig owners beware: The pets can grow to be about 200 pounds, experts say. Skip to main content. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 more ways ...

4. Göttingen minipig - Wikipedia

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   The Göttingen minipig was raised for use in biomedical research. Smaller pigs required less space and feed, were easier to handle, and required a lesser amount of the compound being tested. [5] The Göttingen minipig was the first miniature pig breed to be developed in Europe. They were available to the German biomedical research community ...

5. Pig - Wikipedia

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   A mini pet pig. Vietnamese Pot-bellied pigs, a miniature breed of pig, have been kept as pets in the United States, beginning in the latter half of the 20th century. Pigs are intelligent, social creatures. They are considered hypoallergenic and are known to do quite well with people who have the usual animal allergies. Since these animals are ...

6. Kunekune - Wikipedia

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   Kunekune can be kept as pets in New Zealand and are a recognised breed of miniature pig. Kunekune cannot be imported into Australia, as Australia does not allow the import of live pigs for biosecurity reasons. [9] However, breeders have created an alternative Australian breed: the Australian miniature pig. [10]

7. This rainforest is full of tiny, miniature creatures - AOL

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   Everyone loves mini pigs, but did you know there is a rainforest in South America full of miniature creatures? The Valdivian rainforest region in Southern Chile and parts of Argentina is one of ...

8. Small mammals as pets - Wikipedia

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   Hamsters first gained popularity as pets in the 1930s, with virtually all modern Syrian hamsters (the most common pet species) tracing their lineage back to a single litter of hamsters taken to Palestine for scientific research in 1930. Shortly thereafter, in 1938, hamsters were introduced to the United States. [17] Dwarf hamsters are also ...

9. Precious Piglet Abandoned & Left to Fend For Herself Is ... - AOL

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   Many people liken pet pigs to their pet dogs. Pigs are extremely intelligent, social, love to cuddle, and get along well with other animals. Another cute thing that they do just like dogs do is ...