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Lower Cost Mini Pig Spay and Neuter Veterinarians

 Lower Cost Mini Pig Spays & Neuters The following list is the www.AMPAVETS.com map of veterinarians that treat mini pigs. The vets with the LOWER COST SPAY NEUTER marker have been compiled by fellow pig parents that have found spays and neuters to be on the lower end of the range (typically under $200, in some cases closer to $100). Every surgery is an individual case, pricing will vary accordingly. Please contact the veterinarian directly to get an estimated price for your mini pig’s surgery & ensure you are comfortable with the experience and practices of the clinic. […]

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Teddy The Cuddly Pig Is Looking For A Family To Adopt

  Meet Teddy The Adoptable Mini Pig   Teddy is a neutered male mini pig, approximately a year old. He was recently rescued by Oinking Acres in Missouri, an AMPA Registered Rescue.     Teddy’s previous owners were unkind to him. He was placed in a very small metal cage and left outside. He became malnourished and depressed. Thanks to the dedication of Oinking Acres, Teddy now has a 2nd chance at life. He was obviously once loved. A case of a good hearted owner rehoming without knowing the despair the pig would suffer in […]

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8 Year Old Burn Victim Has A Christmas Wish

  Safyre is a super survivor! She endured horrible tragedy as she lost her entire family and suffered burns over 75% o her body. Her brave face and bright smile has captured the world by storm. She can be found on Facebook seeking Christmas Cards for her card tree.   Since this brave little girl has been pictured wearing a pink piggy shirt, we thought it fitting that a rescued pig paint a picture for her! We called in Petunia from Snout Art™ to paint  a special picture, with her own piggy snout. She finished […]

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Pigxel Art is Growing!

Pigxel Art is quickly becoming one of the most popular pig themed stores across Facebook! Lucky for the pigs, Kevin Gottuso, owner and artist of Pigxel Art, very generously designates a portion of all sales to support pet pig causes. In addition, there are three items listed with 100% of proceeds benefitting American Mini Pig Rescue as a 501c3   Pigasso the Painting Pig 8 x 10 Fine Art Print  Order here Pigasso the Painting Pig Travel Mug Order here   Pigasso the Painting Pig Coffee Mug Order here    Visit Pigxel Art to browse all the […]

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Blossom & Penelope Want a Home For Christmas!

Blossom & Penelope  These adorable little ladies are 3-4 month old mini pigs looking for a family to adopt! They are being fostered by Oinking Acres as they search for their new home. Share with all your friends to help these sisters find a home for Christmas!! They may be eligible to be adopted separately, but they are very bonded and would prefer the comfort of joining a family together.    Blossom and Penelope were rescued by Adventures at Oinking Acres. The previous owner posted they wanted the girls gone that night. Lolita & her husband, founders […]

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Christmas Party!

  It’s a Christmas Party!   _ Gallastar Sanctuary   _ _ _ _ Hog Haven Farm   Prissy & Bomber’s Pig Pen Hamalot Rescue  Wallow in the Woods Sanctuary  Welcome to the Rescue Advocates Christmas Party. Everyone is invited! Simply choose a rescue from The Giving Tree & donate to their Christmas Surprise Box. Let’s give back to the ones that have sacrificed everything for the displaced pigs in their care. It’s time to give back to the angels of rescue!    Choose your gift: Choose the rescue:    Hamalot Rescue   Hog Haven […]

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DFW Pig’s in Crisis

   DFW Texas Pigs in Crisis! More than 10 pigs are in immediate need in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas. Michael and Carla Bayliff have been taking in unwanted pigs with the hopes of finding them new adoptive homes. Unfortunately, the city is not allowing the number of pigs at their residence. These pigs, of varying ages and sizes, need immediate placement. If you can FOSTER OR ADOPT please contact Michael and Carla Bayliff by email: [email protected] Ma’s Mini Pig’s Farm & Rescue has offered to take in a couple of pig’s if they are […]

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Thanksgiving Feast Thanks to Amelia!

Amelia is a 9 year old artist that raised $41 dollars with two of her drawings through the American Mini Pig Rescue Advocates. She was touched by the story of Sampson, the pig that was starved nearly to death with his brother, mother, and father before Rooterville Sanctuary rescued them. The Rescue Advocates sponsor Sampson with monthly $25 donations. Ameila felt compelled to do more. So she drew! To the left is the Pigrim Mayflower. Amelia explained it as: Pigrim Mayflower The pigs are in the middle of the ocean. The ship is called the Mayflower. The […]

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eBay to the Rescue!

eBay for Charity American Mini Pig Rescue Advocates             Click the heart to “favorite” American Mini Pig Rescue on our charity page, click here, where you can also Buy, Sell, or Donate all for the cause. Every time you shop eBay, at checkout you can add a donation to American Mini Pig Rescue. View the American Mini Pig Rescue Charity page for sellers and items that donate a % of each sale to our nonprofit, click here. Sell your goodies! You can setup each listing to donate 10% to 100% of the […]

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