Pig-A-Sus 970-858-9628 506 S Road Mack Colorado 81525

Ready For Adoption
Lakota says "take me home"

Lakota:
11 months ( will be 1 year on Easter), She is spayed, vaccinated wormed,
Very friendly, loves to give kisses, litter box trained
SHE WILL BE A LARGE POTBELLY PIG.
HER MOTHER WAS IN A "Piggy Mill" and seems to be part domestic.
She loves food and will have to be watched on weight her entire
life or she will be exceptionally large (175/200) 3's

Bacon: ADOPTED!

1 to 1 1/2 Years Old (Guess)

Rescued from Aztec New Mexico, by Aztec A/C.

Came to rescue as a hand in Potbelly Pig, because owner couldn't afford to keep.

(May or may not be true) He was still a little Boar, and his glands were smelly

Neutered November 2008 Vaccinated wormed

         Lived inside, very friendly and loves Belly-rubs.
Here is a letter from Bacons new family:
Hi, just got your phone message! "JAKER" as he is now known by, is
quite a princely fellow! He just moved into our house and made himself
at home! He follows me around, begs for treats, and especially begs for
belly rubs! And he gets it all! Our downstairs "stall" is still not
quite ready for the pigs so we just brought them into the house--Jaker
goes up and down the four steps easily and Ellie comes in the back door
which only has two wide steps for her shorter legs. The dogs and cats
all get along great with the pigs and Jaker kind of claims the dog bed
in front of the fireplace and poor Pierre, my old black dog, just gives
it to him. Jaker just plops down and goes to sleep and Ellie spends
over an HOUR every evening moving the bedding around til it is just
right. Very different personalities here.
The only problem we have had is the feeding. For a while, I was putiing
both bowls down about 5 feet apart and watching the pigs go for their
meals. All of a sudden, Jaker finished his and headed over to Ellie and
pushed her away from her bowl rather aggressively. He scared her and
she backed off. That was not a one time thing so I ended up placing the
bowls far apart from each other and shut them apart from each other til
both were satisfied that every crumb was gone. Jaker must have bitten
Ellie because her pretty little ear became infected. (I took care of it
and it is all healed now)   I am still trying to get them closer
together and they just seem to ignore each other now. Jaker LOVES our
woods and just has a tail wagging blast nosing around all the dirt,
leaves, and trees. His bristles are growing thick fast! I just adore
this pig.
One of the funniest things that happened is that my friend Sue (who was
with me when we drove to SLC) brought over her "granddog", a very young
Australian Shepherd named Juno. Juno stood in shock when she met Jakey,
then she and Jakey ran all over the acres with her right by Jakey's
shoulder "herding" him. It was a scream! Juno just knew that she had
to herd that pig but where? We laughed so hard and Jakey was so cool
about it all---I think he was enjoying himself!   For a guy who has been
thru what he has, he has such confidence!   When Juno turned to Ellie,
Ellie just screamed and ran off and Juno couldn't figure out what was
wrong with THAT pig who wouldn't have any fun with her! Ellie is just
so shy and easily intimidated---I never knew how shy she actually was
til I met Jaker. Any ideas you have are welcomed! I am just taking
things very slowly with her.
It dropped below freezing last night and will tonight again but no snow
yet. The days are warm and sunny and all the animals are out in the
sunshine. We have been invaded by wild turkeys and they are nasty
poopers all over the place. They like my hawthorne berry tree but I
have never had a problem with them before. Real Aggressive this year.
The pigs just stare at them. Only the three legged Golden will run them
off for me!   Take care! Let me know how things are at PIG A SUS! I
check your website weekly! Love, Gayle

Jenny Do Do
3 years old, spayed, came from Phoenix Rescue Animal Planet series

Healthy, shy, need time and a lot of one on one

Would do good with her friend, White Jenny Lou... Next Picture

they have been together since birth

Jenny Lou says "take me home"

Jenny Lou
3 years old, spayed, came from Phoenix Rescue Animal Planet series

Healthy, shy, need time and a lot of one on one

Would do good with her friend, White Jenny Do Do... Above Picture

they have been together since birth


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Ready For Adoption Lakota: 11 months ( will be 1 year on Easter), She is spayed, vaccinated wormed, Very friendly, loves to give kisses, litter box trained SHE WILL BE A LARGE POTBELLY PIG. HER MOTHER WAS IN A "Piggy Mill" and seems to be part domestic. She loves food and will have to be watched on weight her entire life or she will be exceptionally large (175/200) 3's Bacon: ADOPTED! 1 to 1 1/2 Years Old (Guess) Rescued from Aztec New Mexico, by Aztec A/C. Came to rescue as a hand in Potbelly Pig, because owner couldn't afford to keep. (May or may not be true) He was still a little Boar, and his glands were smelly Neutered November 2008 Vaccinated wormed Lived inside, very friendly and loves Belly-rubs. Here is a letter from Bacons new family: Hi, just got your phone message! "JAKER" as he is now known by, is quite a princely fellow! He just moved into our house and made himself at home! He follows me around, begs for treats, and especially begs for belly rubs! And he gets it all! Our downstairs "stall" is still not quite ready for the pigs so we just brought them into the house--Jaker goes up and down the four steps easily and Ellie comes in the back door which only has two wide steps for her shorter legs. The dogs and cats all get along great with the pigs and Jaker kind of claims the dog bed in front of the fireplace and poor Pierre, my old black dog, just gives it to him. Jaker just plops down and goes to sleep and Ellie spends over an HOUR every evening moving the bedding around til it is just right. Very different personalities here. The only problem we have had is the feeding. For a while, I was putiing both bowls down about 5 feet apart and watching the pigs go for their meals. All of a sudden, Jaker finished his and headed over to Ellie and pushed her away from her bowl rather aggressively. He scared her and she backed off. That was not a one time thing so I ended up placing the bowls far apart from each other and shut them apart from each other til both were satisfied that every crumb was gone. Jaker must have bitten Ellie because her pretty little ear became infected. (I took care of it and it is all healed now) I am still trying to get them closer together and they just seem to ignore each other now. Jaker LOVES our woods and just has a tail wagging blast nosing around all the dirt, leaves, and trees. His bristles are growing thick fast! I just adore this pig. One of the funniest things that happened is that my friend Sue (who was with me when we drove to SLC) brought over her "granddog", a very young Australian Shepherd named Juno. Juno stood in shock when she met Jakey, then she and Jakey ran all over the acres with her right by Jakey's shoulder "herding" him. It was a scream! Juno just knew that she had to herd that pig but where? We laughed so hard and Jakey was so cool about it all---I think he was enjoying himself! For a guy who has been thru what he has, he has such confidence! When Juno turned to Ellie, Ellie just screamed and ran off and Juno couldn't figure out what was wrong with THAT pig who wouldn't have any fun with her! Ellie is just so shy and easily intimidated---I never knew how shy she actually was til I met Jaker. Any ideas you have are welcomed! I am just taking things very slowly with her. It dropped below freezing last night and will tonight again but no snow yet. The days are warm and sunny and all the animals are out in the sunshine. We have been invaded by wild turkeys and they are nasty poopers all over the place. They like my hawthorne berry tree but I have never had a problem with them before. Real Aggressive this year. The pigs just stare at them. Only the three legged Golden will run them off for me! Take care! Let me know how things are at PIG A SUS! I check your website weekly! Love, Gayle Jenny Do Do 3 years old, spayed, came from Phoenix Rescue Animal Planet series Healthy, shy, need time and a lot of one on one Would do good with her friend, White Jenny Lou... Next Picture they have been together since birth Jenny Lou 3 years old, spayed, came from Phoenix Rescue Animal Planet series Healthy, shy, need time and a lot of one on one Would do good with her friend, White Jenny Do Do... Above Picture they have been together since birth
I rescued a human today. Her eyes met mine as she walked thru the Pig-A-Sus, peering apprehensively into the pens. I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her. I swished my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn't be afraid. As she stopped at my side I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my pen. I didn't want her to know that I hadn't been walked today. Sometimes the shelter keepers get too busy and I didn't want her to think poorly of them. As she read my profile card I hoped that she wouldn't feel sad about my past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone's life. She got down on her knees and made little kissy sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of my head up against her legs to comfort her. Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship. A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my hoof to assure her that all would be well. Soon my pen gate opened and her smile was so bright that I instantly jumped to her side. I would promise to keep her safe. I would promise to always be by her side. I would promise to do everything I could to see that radiant smile and sparkle in her eyes. I was so fortunate that she came down to visit. So many more are out there who haven't visited the Pig-A-Sus. So many more to be saved. At least I could save one. I rescued a human today. Author unknown, Retold by Pig-A-Sus Narrator “Uncle George” 2008
We thought that the following needed to be published so we don't forget that pets are family too. Dedicated to all the wonderful pets who have come through rescue, the rescuers and volunteers along the road to life, and to all the unselfish and loving adopters who open their hearts and homes to one of these innocents..... I adopted your pet today... The one you left at the pound; The one you had for ten years And no longer wanted around. I adopted your pet today... Did you know that he's lost weight? Did you know he's scared and depressed And seems to have lost all faith I adopted your pet today... He had fleas and a little cold; Guess you don't care what shape he's in You abandoned him I am told. I adopted your pet today... Were you having a baby or moving away? Did you suddenly develop allergies, Or was there NO reason he couldn't stay I adopted your pet today... He doesn't play or even eat much; I guess he's very sad inside and It'll take time for him to trust. I adopted your pet today... And here he is going to stay; He's found his FOREVER home And a warm bed in which to lay. I adopted your pet today... And shall give him all that he will need Patience, love, and security, So he can forget your selfish deed. Beth Jones Rescue Coordinator-Aztec New Mexico Animal Shelter



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Dedicated to all the wonderful pets who have come through rescue, the rescuers and volunteers along the road to life, and to all the unselfish and loving adopters who open their hearts and homes to one of these innocents.....

I adopted your pet today...

The one you left at the pound;

The one you had for ten years

And no longer wanted around.

I adopted your pet today...

Did you know that he's lost weight?

Did you know he's scared and depressed

And seems to have lost all faith

I adopted your pet today...

He had fleas and a little cold;

Guess you don't care what shape he's in

You abandoned him I am told.

I adopted your pet today...

Were you having a baby or moving away?

Did you suddenly develop allergies,

Or was there NO reason he couldn't stay

I adopted your pet today...

He doesn't play or even eat much;

I guess he's very sad inside and

It'll take time for him to trust.

I adopted your pet today...

And here he is going to stay;

He's found his FOREVER home

And a warm bed in which to lay. I adopted your pet today...

And shall give him all that he will need

Patience, love, and security,

So he can forget your selfish deed.