Overall Pet Pig Health...
The management of your pet pigs overall health should be your primary focus in pig ownership. That includes finding, locating and researching a veterinarian that is skilled and qualified in the care of miniature pigs, before even bringing home your pet pig. We also advise establishing an emergency/after hours vet that can also treat your pig. Murphy’s Law, your animal will always get sick at the most inconvenient times and in the most inconvenient ways!
We will continue to add to this list of pet pig disease as we have the availability, so check back here often. For the time being, we have included the diseases and major health issues that are presented most frequently in the miniature pig community.
Miniature Pigs Normal Stats
Rectal Temperature
99-101 F
Pulse
70-110 bpm
Respiration
20-30 rpm
Gestation
106-113 Days
Average Litter Size
4-13 Piglets
Puberty
2-4 Months
Estrus
2-9 Days
* Please note that miniature pigs have a lower rectal temperature than commercial swine. Commercial swine range from 101-104 respectively.
Pet Pig Insurance Companies
Some vet offices will accept most of these pet insurance providers but always check with your vet prior to assuming. In most situations, you may have to pay out of pocket directly to the veterinarian and then have the insurance company reimburse you for your out of pocket expenses. They usually cover a portion or percentage of the total allowable cost and you will be responsible for the difference. Please visit each website to read further about the company and what coverage they offer for exotic pets, they may all be different.
Trupanion- http://trupanion.com/
VPI- http://www.petinsurance.com/
Pet Plan- http://www.gopetplan.com/
Pets Best Pet Insurance- http://www.petsbest.com/
ASPCA Pet Insurance- http://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/
If you would like to read a little more from a third party that is not affiliated with a pet insurance company and not out to sell you something, take a look at this blog post on Exotic Pet Insurance. Hopefully this article can better guide you in what to look for, what may best fit your needs, what to steer clear of and the history of pet insurance.
http://www.vetinfo.com/exotic-pet-insurance.html
Care Credit
Care credit is not the same as a pet insurance company. Care Credit is simply a credit card you apply for that is accepted at most major veterinary hospitals and even widely accepted in human medicine and dentistry. So yes, you can even use this credit card at the dentist for yourself! It works exactly the same way as any major credit card service where you are issued a line of credit based on what you qualify for. Many people rely on Care Credit these days just for medical bills, this card is quite common. Take a look at their website to see if it may be an option that fits your needs and family budget. They are certainly worth an extra look.
http://www.carecredit.com/vetmed/
DISCLAIMER
All the medical articles, write ups, disease lists, blogs and any other information contained within this site are for educational purposes only. It should never take the place of a licensed veterinarian. When and if you feel that your pet is sick, please seek medical attention with a licensed professional immediately! Once properly diagnosed and treated, use our website as a guide and reference tool.
We will continue to add to this list of pet pig disease as we have the availability, so check back here often. For the time being, we have included the diseases and major health issues that are presented most frequently in the miniature pig community.
Miniature Pigs Normal Stats
Rectal Temperature
99-101 F
Pulse
70-110 bpm
Respiration
20-30 rpm
Gestation
106-113 Days
Average Litter Size
4-13 Piglets
Puberty
2-4 Months
Estrus
2-9 Days
* Please note that miniature pigs have a lower rectal temperature than commercial swine. Commercial swine range from 101-104 respectively.
Pet Pig Insurance Companies
Some vet offices will accept most of these pet insurance providers but always check with your vet prior to assuming. In most situations, you may have to pay out of pocket directly to the veterinarian and then have the insurance company reimburse you for your out of pocket expenses. They usually cover a portion or percentage of the total allowable cost and you will be responsible for the difference. Please visit each website to read further about the company and what coverage they offer for exotic pets, they may all be different.
Trupanion- http://trupanion.com/
VPI- http://www.petinsurance.com/
Pet Plan- http://www.gopetplan.com/
Pets Best Pet Insurance- http://www.petsbest.com/
ASPCA Pet Insurance- http://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/
If you would like to read a little more from a third party that is not affiliated with a pet insurance company and not out to sell you something, take a look at this blog post on Exotic Pet Insurance. Hopefully this article can better guide you in what to look for, what may best fit your needs, what to steer clear of and the history of pet insurance.
http://www.vetinfo.com/exotic-pet-insurance.html
Care Credit
Care credit is not the same as a pet insurance company. Care Credit is simply a credit card you apply for that is accepted at most major veterinary hospitals and even widely accepted in human medicine and dentistry. So yes, you can even use this credit card at the dentist for yourself! It works exactly the same way as any major credit card service where you are issued a line of credit based on what you qualify for. Many people rely on Care Credit these days just for medical bills, this card is quite common. Take a look at their website to see if it may be an option that fits your needs and family budget. They are certainly worth an extra look.
http://www.carecredit.com/vetmed/
DISCLAIMER
All the medical articles, write ups, disease lists, blogs and any other information contained within this site are for educational purposes only. It should never take the place of a licensed veterinarian. When and if you feel that your pet is sick, please seek medical attention with a licensed professional immediately! Once properly diagnosed and treated, use our website as a guide and reference tool.
