American Guinea Hogs

Wow do we love our little hogs! Many people ask us what makes American Guinea Hogs different than other pigs?  Well, here is what I love about them:

• American Guinea Hogs are a heritage breed that almost became extinct. There are currently only 1,000 American Guinea Hogs today. The only way to keep them out of extinction is to show that they are important by raising them, selling them, and butchering them. 
• They are a pasture pig. They eat grass and hay. During the summer they eat pasture just like a cow. During the winter we feed them grass hay, sprouted wheat and barley and a little bit of sweet feed. Because they are pigs, they will eat anything and from time to time get the table scraps or treats from the garden. 
• They do not get as big as commercial pigs. American Guinea Hogs only get to be around 300 pounds where Duroc's can grow up to 700 pounds! Because the hog is smaller, it is affordable to feed over the winter. Additionally, we find that processing a pig this size feed our family of 4 just fine!
• The don't stink! Have you ever driven by a pig farm? Often the smell can be overwhelming! Because American Guinea Hogs are a pasture pig, they don't stink like other breeds. In fact, we have 3 pigs in our back yard and we can sit on our deck without smelling them. In the summer we set out a kiddie pool and our cute little pigs will go lay in the pool to cool off instead of wallowing in the mud - did I mention they are smart too?
• They are on the Us Ark of Taste.The US Ark of Taste is a catalog of over 200 delicious foods in danger of extinction. By promoting and eating Ark products we help ensure they remain in production and on our plates.
• Guinea Hogs are known as a back yard pig. They have been known to kill snakes, mice and gophers.
• They are good natured. Our pigs will walk right up to you. They love to have their bellies rubbed. They are friendly and sociable. 

We currently have guinea hogs for sale. We have 8 boars and 1 gilt for sale. These piglets were born on August 25, 2013.

We just had a surprise litter of 4 piglets born January 17th! These piglets will be available for sale by the end of March. 

All of our pigs are registered with the American Guinea Hog Association.

Feel free to email  any questions or further information about American Guinea Hogs: raisingemright@gmail.com

You could also find out more information by visiting the American Guinea Hog Association web page:

http://guineahogs.org/