Juliana pigs are prey animals and need to be kept away from possible predators. If they have a wide space to graze outside, there must be fences to keep out animals like wolves, coyotes, or even regular stray dogs.
Like every other pig, Juliana pigs have a hard time cooling off because of their inability to sweat. Because of this, they should be placed in an area that can keep them cool.
Again, they are sensitive to harsh weather conditions and thus must be protected from extreme heat and severe cold. They must be shielded from rain and any kind of storms.
On average, you'll feed your Juliana two times a day. They are not picky eaters. Pig pellets from your local farm supply store will give them the balanced nutrition they need, if given at the proper amounts. They love veggies as snacks and treats. Cherrios are a great training treat. Fruits can lead to undesired weight gain so I save those for the REALLY big treat incentives, like when kennel training.
But most importantly, pigs are NOT ALLOWED TO CONSUME MEAT or meat products of any kind, including broth, shellfish, seafood, deli meats, etc. Pigs may be known for eating slop, but it is extremely easy for them to get infected with a disease from improperly handled/cooked meat products. There are cases where that infection can become viral and be transmitted to humans. Pigs are also grazers and rooters so keep that in mind when you are setting up their outdoor space.
Pigs can drink 1-2 gallons of water a day. They are unable to sweat and will drink lots of water, especially on those hot days, to keep their body temperature cool. For this reason, you'll often find them laying in their water pan, even if a leg is all that fits. You'll need to make sure their dishes can't be tipped over so they don't spill all that precious water! Kiddie pools or repurposed sandboxes are perfect for lounging on those sweltering summer days.
Julianas don't require a lot of medical care. Your breeder should administer a de-wormer, anti-parasitic, and possibly tetanus or iron shots before they are fully weaned and transferred to you. You'll need to continue a de-wormer schedule. We recommend every 4 months until they are a year old and then every six months thereafter. If you don't mind needles, you can administer these yourself. We walk all of our customers through how to administer these preventative medicines and are always available at any time to answer any questions. But if it's not something you want to tackle yourself, a quick trip to the vet will take care of this as well.
Pigs also have hooves and tusks that will need trimming. This is important and crucial to your pig’s health. Overgrown and unmaintained hooves, nails, and tusks could cause soreness and severe pain when it starts injuring the body structure. It may also cause infection, appetite loss, and mobility issues. You can certainly do your own hoove and tusk maintenance but it can be a challenging task for a new owner, especially when coupled with an uncooperative piggy. A yearly trip to your veterinarian will make sure your Juliana's tusks and hooves are maintained and trimmed just right to put you and your piggy's mind at ease.
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