WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT KEEPING A MICRO-PIG AS A PET

Keeping a micro-pig can be a rewarding, enjoyable and educational experience. Before you make the decision to buy a micro-pig you need to understand the extent of the commitment you are making, and your legal responsibilities. There is a wealth of information available on the internet and you should research the needs of the animal thoroughly. DEFRA’s website contains a booklet, “Caring for your micro-pig”, which you can also download via a link on our website at www.stleonardsfarm.com. As well as the cost of the animal you will also need a suitable space and an “Ark” to house your micro-pig.

You must understand DEFRA rules covering your responsibilities as a livestock keeper. You can download these requirements from DEFRA’s website (“Advice for owners of pet pigs and micro-pigs”) or via the link on our website at www.stleonardsfarm.com.

It is illegal to keep a pet pig without a County Parish Holding Number (CPH), which is required by the authorities for traceability in the event of disease outbreak. CPH numbers are free, and issued by the Rural Payments Agency (RPA – tel: 0845 603 7777). Once you take your pig home you must inform your local Animal Health Department who will send you your own “Herd Number”.


WE WILL NEED TO SEE, AND TAKE A COPY OF, YOUR ORIGINAL CPH DOCUMENTATION BEFORE WE RELEASE THE ANIMAL TO YOU.

When you take your pig home it must stay on your land for 20 days. To comply with the law relating to control and spread of disease you will need a “Movement Licence” from your local Trading Standards Office before you can move the animal to new premises.

St Leonards Farm in Bradford, Yorkshire has micro-pigs for sale. If you are looking to buy micro-pigs in the Leeds/Bradford area then do give us a ring to check availability and to discuss your requirements.