What Do Pigs Eat

Pigs eat plants and animals as they are omnivores. Pigs eat almost any kind of food, including dead insects, worms, trees, bark, garbage and even dead pigs. In the wild, they forage for their food. They mainly eat leaves, grass, roots, fruits and flowers. A pet pigs diet should contain plenty of vegetables, including lettuce, lima beans, green beans, sweet potatoes, corn, peas, peppers and peeled zucchini. Broccoli and cauliflower can also be fed in moderation, but too much may cause bloating and gas. Supplement your pet pigs diet with pig pellets made especially for miniature or pot bellied pigs. Make sure there is plenty of fresh water available at all times. You can also offer fruits as an occasional treat, but only occasionally due to their high sugar content. Unsalted almonds or popcorn make a wonderful, low fat, low sugar snack. Please visit these two websites for more information on diet for both wild and pet pigs. http://wanttoknowit.com/what-do-pigs-eat/ and http://www.bestfriends.org/theanimals/pdfs/pigs/Pig_Diet.pdf