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Page 10 - Rutherford Weekly 828-248-1408 www.rutherfordweekly.com Thursday, January 11-January 17, 2018 PETS BLACK ANGUS CATTLE FOR SALE: Steers, bulls, replace- ment heifers, cows and cow/calf pairs. Call or text, 704-418-1071. LIVESTOCK FOR SALE Pure Breed, Angus Bulls and Heifers. Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704-538- 1199 or 704-600-7847. PETS FREE KITTENS TO GOOD HOME. 704-472-7116 or 704- 482-3392. DIPPITY DAWG PET SALON, Now Open Until 9pm On Tues- day & Wednesday. Call Today For Appointment. 704-487- 6805. PETS FESCUE HAY FOR SALE, 4X5 net wrapped bales, $25 each. 704-472-8848. PIGS 2 BARROWS 65-75 lbs. Grain and corn fed. Fat and healthy. $100 ea. Brown Mini Donkey Jack, 7 mos old, parents on site. $200. 704-308-1056. AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPPY, Toy, 7 wks old, male, reg., $300. 704-482-0178. MINIATURE LONG HAIR DACHSHUND PUPPIES, born on Nov. 10, 2017. Price is $350 each. You can visit us at www. AnnasFurBabies.com to see photos and info on our babies. Call us at 704-308-0660 with questions. Thanks for looking. FREE GUINEA PIG TO GOOD HOME. Do better in pairs of same gender. Excellent health, Spoiled Rotten. KM- 772-242-1519. NEED GOOD HOME: White cat with sky-blue eyes, sweet, ex- cellent mouser. Small dog, Jack Russell mix, loyal, protective. 828-286-0846. CKC MALE CHORKIES (Chihua- hua/Yorkie mix) $450. Call Shawn for more info. 828-429-7100. Pet owners spend more than $61 billion annually Pet owners spend more than $61 billion annually on their pets and spending on nonmedical pet on their pets and spending on nonmedical pet services, such as grooming, boarding, training services, such as grooming, boarding, training and pet sitting, is growing 6% each year. Our All and pet sitting, is growing 6% each year. Our All About Pets page presents an ideal opportunity About Pets page presents an ideal opportunity to introduce your products and services to more to introduce your products and services to more potential customers. potential customers. Fetch the Attention Fetch the Attention of of More Local More Local Pet Lovers Pet Lovers Publishes The Second Thursday Of Each Month Fetch more information or to reserve your space, call Mike Marlow at 828-248-1408. People are drawn to pets for various reasons. Self- suffi cient cats entice those who prefer independent pets that do not take up much space. Dog lovers might enjoy the companionship and boisterous personalities of tail-wagging pooches. Exotic pet owners appreciate the uniqueness of their reptiles and amphibians and how they may serve as a conversation starters. Pot-bellied pigs also can make for interesting pets that can make for beloved additions to households. Curious, trainable and very intelligent, pigs offer more as pets than many people may realize. Many people mistakenly perceive pigs as dirty, smelly, sweaty messes. Such misconceptions may make people weary of adopting pet pigs. While not ideal for everyone, pot-bellied pigs can make wonderful pets. The Pig Placement Network, a service that facilitates pot-bellied pig adoptions and placement, says that while pigs are highly trainable and can learn at a faster rate than dogs, the behavior of pigs is quite different from canines. Prospective pig owners must learn the intricacies of pigs before considering taking one in as a pet. Pigs are regarded as prey and therefore have developed a suspicious nature. It can take time to earn a pig's trust. Furthermore, pigs can become stubborn, depressed and easily bored if not given adequate attention. This may lead to destructive or aggressive behavior. Mini Pig Info, another pet pig resource, says pigs will constantly test limits. They quickly can learn that squealing will get them attention. Unlike other pets, pigs' emotions closely mirror those of humans. Pot-bellied pigs, which originated in Vietnam, are one of the smallest breeds of pigs as compared to what one would fi nd on a farm. Piglets may start out small and cute, but even a smaller pot-bellied pig can reach 100 to 170 pounds in adulthood. Those who don't understand this ahead of time contribute to the growing number of pet pigs surrendered to shelters. Other factors that can infl uence if a pig is the right pet for a person: • Pot-bellied pigs can live an average of 12 to 15 years with proper care. • Communities have their own specifi c rules regarding pet pigs. Check if pigs are legal before adopting one. • Pigs are not apartment dwellers. They will need exercise and access to a yard that allows for rooting and exploration. • Pigs have a pronounced sense of smell and will immediately know when someone is eating or opening food. • Finding a veterinarian who is familiar with pot-bellied pigs is key to maintaining the animal's health and longevity. Pot-bellied pigs can be a welcome addition to a home. With education, training and patience, pigs can make great pets. 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