How to Hold a Baby Mini Pig Without Squealing

It is possible to learn how to pick up and hold your baby mini pig without squealing. It will take a few tries using these techniques but they will get the hang of it and so will you.
First thing to get through is the initial squealing. It is going to be loud and piercing to your ears. Ear plugs are a great item to have with the initial picking up.

Hold your mini pig tight to your chest and scoop up under the head and scoop up under the butt.

You need to say the same word every time BEFORE you pick up your baby mini pig.

My word is”UP”. When they hear the word they will know what to expect.

You can also try sitting down and letting your mini pig climb up into your lap. At this point you can give your pig some love with a little scratch behind the ear or what not. Then hug mini pig to your chest and lift up. Say the word you will say every time you pick up your mini pig.

Be consistent. Pigs are smart. You will get this. Don’t give up. In a few days you’ll be holding your baby without ear plugs!

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