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December 15, 1994
have to be euthanized because of the lack of suitable homes and
owners qualified to care for these unique animals.
The HSUS believes pot - bellied pigs should be kept only in rural
environments where they can participate in behaviors appropriate to
their species. The HSUS also believes that, with the surplus
population of dogs and cats in the United States, it is
inappropriate to perpetuate the breeding of different varieties of
animals for companion animal ownership.
Thank you for contacting The HSUS on this matter. If we can be of
future assistance to you, please let us know.
Sincerely,
E
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POT - BELLIED PIGS
11
December 15, 1994
Dear
Thank you for contacting The Humane Society of the
United States (HSUS) about pot - bellied pigs. The HSUS
is opposed to ownership of pot - bellied pigs as pets.
These animals' behavioral and social needs, which
include rooting and wallowing, are extremely difficult
to provide in a satisfactory manner when the pigs are
treated as companion animals. Denial of such stress -
relieving activities may result in aggressive and
potentially dangerous behavior toward people and other
animals.
Pot - bellied pigs can be more demanding than traditional
companion animals, and they require more care than most
people realize. Consumers often purchase pets
advertised as "miniature" pigs, but when mature, these
animals can weigh mcre than 200 pounds! Male pot-
bellied pigs rust be detusked to prevent injury to their
human caretakers; however, females and detusked nales
can still cause considerable damage to the hone when
confined. Further, pot - bellied pigs have special
dietary needs. that, if not met, lead to malnutrition and
poor health. Their skin requires special care and can
become dry and easily irritated without proper grooming.
Breeding practices are another critical issue
surrounding these animals. Because there are few
bloodlines of pot - bellied pigs, serious inbreeding can
be a problem, resulting in genetic diseases and other
physical and behavioral problems.
Many people have acquired pot - bellied pigs without
researching local zoning laws, only to discover it
illegal to keep a pig as a pet. When forced to give up
their pets to remain in compliance with the law, owners
find it is also illegal to place the animal with a new
family within their geographic area.
Since the pot- bellied pig became one of the many fad
pets exploited by breeders, The HSUS has learned that
shelters across the country have experienced an influx
of pigs to their facilities. Sadly, these unwanted pets
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MINIATURE AND
REGULAR POT BELLIED PIGS?
There isn't one! The term miniature was added to let people know that
they were smaller than commercial pigs. The full term is Miniature Vietnamese
Pot Bellied Pia. If a breeder tries to convince your that their pigs are miniatures
and therefor Guaranteed to stay smaller than other Pot Bellied Pias. they are flat
out IvinG.
SIZE
A full grown Pot Bellied Pias size is between 12 to 15 inches tall, 16 to 18
inches Iona and between 40 to 70 pounds.
The oriainal Pot Bellied Dias brought to the United States averaged 130 to
150 pounds. Over the years breeders have been reducing that size by selective
breeding and controlling food intake. The most desired size is around 50 pounds
full Grown but the average is closer to 65. It is not possible for a breeder to
accurately guarantee the size or weight of a piglet.
A FINAL, NOTE
Pias are unique in their intelligence as pets but are not so smart as to know
exactly what is expected of them without Guidance. It is true that they learn
tricks easily but training is still required. A pig makes a great pet that can steal
your heart but please, for your sake and the pigs, know what your getting into
first. Make sure that you have the time and devotion that your pig will need.
This is a fact that stands true with any pet. Help not to make Pigs another
common tragedy of animal rescue services.
Practice Bulletin
Commentary on Topics of Interest from Government, Industry, and 'he Profession
Pot - Bellied Pigs as Pets
The increasingly popular Vietnamese pot-bellied
pigs make fine pets — as do other pigs — say two
Kansas State University (KSU) veterinarans. AJI Pigs
are gregarious and bond easily to people and other
pets. But pct- bellied'oigs. who .vill be house pets fcr
15 to 20 years, need some special care.
In g pigs are clean and smart and general-
ly an easy pet to care for, said KSU swine specialist
Cave Schoneweis. They le3m quickly to dank from
a pan and can be housebroken to a litter box of
cedar c ^ics.
Jacob Mosier, comcar.icn animal exeer, --,--vs :f
you have an established cat at home, especially a
jealous one-owner animal, introduce your new cat
pig gradually.
Keep the pig confined in a crate or pet carrier.
The confined pet is nct a thraat to the estadlished
pet, '.v :c wail look !t Over, smeil it, and Otherwise
check it otr,. But agar :he new Pet has been con•
fined awhile, the established pet seems to de-
velcp a sense of wanting tc help it, according to
btcs!er.
Unlike horses. cattle, and people, who have no
restraint when it comes to food, a pig is the least
likely aninal to gorge itself. Schoneweis recom-
mends a well - balanced commercial hog ration.
P urring out only what the pig will c!ean up. As a n:le
of thumb, feed it the equivalent of a to 5'.o Of its
body weight. An adult pct - bellied pig will weigh
from 75 to 100 ibs.
WahOurc water available, a pig can develop so-
dium ion toxicfry, which will kilt it.
Though there is very little disease :hat moves
between cats, dogs, people, and pigs. Schoneweis
said ff the pig lives outdoors permanently, vacci•
nate against erysice /as, a soil -borne bacteria.
Pigs have no known food allergies, but some
house plants, such as dumb cane ordierenoachia.
cOutd be toxic. Cutdeers, ccCdeburs in the - Mc-
leaf stage can kill taby pigs. Another plant, "pig
weed. "'Mould cause serious kidney problems. Cth-
erMise, pigs can eat me_ = t, vegetables. fruit, and
table scraps if fed suppiementally to the regular
fee-d ration so a proper r nutrent fiance is maintained.
Because pies are curious and '.. ^.vestignva like
c. ;iicran, S ;hey get ocrcG, mey11 che on anv-
n;ng. =.iways : <eeo = ._.,.ricai _Orris cut Of a pig's
aacn.
See :hat a Pig 'gets e.nougn exerc In 1s na-
t ve habitat Of scu4he Asia. .:cc- beitiec- pigs
would be free- rcamicg, fai y lean, athlztic adrenals.
...:.t.ng ;he p ig on ccr.c: ate dn In awhile keeps
it=_ f Ocves in shade. If z 5ves exC:esive!y indoors
en carcet, then .; Miit recufre an cccasfcnai Pig
^sicure.
u If the animal is get: r.g gccc feed ar.d ^as no
mange cr lice. its skid. will be he-aft-1. The pig can
ccc:.scr.ally have a . -._... in lukewarm vn_: and a
mild sham coo, buc a oath is more for fun than fcr
health or odor control. Put it en a mat in a tub so it
doesn't fail, and be Careful net to get shameco fn
its eves.
Conveniently, a pig's thermo- _nmfor, range
matches that of hurnans - it preiars 65 to 70'=
and is more suscepticia to heat than cold. In
winter, a pic can live outside if it has a small,
we!l insulated. wa(m. dry. and draft-free soace.
A'an, dripping water, or shade provide relief from
S;.mn;er ;-eat.
The owners of These Pigs will consult veterinar-
ians axperfancc in s.vfne practice. These vetar-
inartans w l also be 3sk_d ;o 3Cminister any vac -
-:res and ;. er:rrtn c35;rtron I C2sir�,'.
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Animal group rescues
115 pot - bellied pigs
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LOVELAND — 'When a storm
brought ;now' and cold rain into
Colorado last weekend. fan Hamil-
ton pf dte'Wilderness Ranch -anc-
tuary ror Fnrn .animals knew she
was racing a rough ciwre.
.A former volunteer for a nearby
sanetuarn' bad called to say its
o aerator was unable to care for
some 115 Sietnamese pot- beilied
pigs. and Hamilton drove to the
place to see what she could do.
1: was snowing, and the wind
was biting. I hoped it would be a
.alse alarm. but when I looked into
:he first ply'.vood box and saw L
very young shivering piglets hud-
dled around a dead sibling, I knew
it was worse than I feared."
The first move started Oct. 22,
immediately after the discovery
was made.
'We pulled out the sickest. 'he
babies those that were helpless.
and later in :he week, after some !
legal arrangements. we got the
rest." she said.
Volunteers worked around :he
crock caring for the animals [hey
obtained.
Meanwhile- 'Wilderness Ranch
is asking for volunteer help and
donations to cope with the addi-
nonal animals.'riamllton said.
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Rocky Mountain Animal Defense
2525 Arapahoe
Suite E4-335
Boulder, CO 80302
Rocky MountainAnimADefense 303 -543 -0755
December 21,1995
Wheatridge City Council
7500 W. 29th Avenue
Wheatridge, CO 80215
Dear City Council Members:
I am writing on behalf of our members to express our concerns regarding the licensing
of pot -bellied pigs in your community.
The problem, quite simply, is that pot -bellied pigs do not make such great pets. They
can grow to be quite large, and their temperaments are often unpredictable.
As you may know, a local sanctuary for these animals recently closed its doors without
notice, leaving about 130 pigs without food and water at a time when Colorado's
weather was turning for the worse. Some of these pigs died, but the vast majority will
survive under emergency care provided by other sanctuaries; however, dozens had to
be transported as far away as West Virginia.
As you can guess, this situation is not unique. Pot -bellied pig sanctuaries are popping
up around the country, because more and more people.are buying these animals in the
name of fashion and then dumping them when they realize the responsibility involved
in their care. Of course, with so many of these pigs ending up in sanctuaries,
something is very wrong.
Given this information, the Englewood City Council recently ruled against a similar
ordinance, deciding instead to "grandfather" in the existing pigs. Everyone was happy.
Please take the high road on this. if you have any questions, contact me by phone, and
I will be glad to provide more information. Thank you for your consideration.
Distributed to:
Date 1G qr
City Clerk:
City Treax
C Councik
Mayor
City Adm
Dept Heads:
Sincerely,
David L. Crawford
Co- Director
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NEWS RELEASE March 1 -7,1995
o $all, 1*ary FOR IMMEDIATE RF.LSASE
CONTACT: Dale Riffle (304) 725 -PIGS
On March 7, 1995, the Illinois State Senate defeated Senate Bill 44 ( "SR44 "), the Vietnammsc Pot-
bellied Pig Act by a vote of 35 -15 thanks to information provided by Dale Riffle, Director, PIGS, a
sanctuary. The bill, proposed by Senator Flarry Woodyard, would have made it illegal for communities and
cities to allow local zoning regulations and local ordinances to be more restrictive in the keeping of
Vietnamese poi hellied pigs as a household pet than regulations or ordinances governing dugs. Riffle stated,
"If the bill had passed, breeders and promoters of potbellied pigs would have had the entire state of Illinois
in which to de,:eive the public by promoting and setting pigs as house pets." PiGS, a sanctuary, does not
endorse or encourage the keeping of Vietnamese pot - bellied pigs as house pets due to their inherent
aggressive behavior when confined and their need to interact in a herd structure with other pigs.
Riffle provided the Scnator's assistant, Jennifer Johnson, with info, mation concerning the
Sanctuary's work with homeless pigs and informed tier that many humane societies and SPCAS will not, and
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are not set up to, accept homeless pigs. "She was very receptive to the information I provided her and was
very concerned that the Senator had not received adequate information about potbellied pigs when the bill
was initiated." The bill also stated that the standards of the North American Potbellied Pig Association
( "NAPPA") would be used in determining whether a pig is a potbellied pig. NAPPA is a breeder -based
organization that promotes the pot - bellied pig as a small, easy -to- maintain house pct. Riffle explained to
Johnson that NAPPA's standard states potbellied pigs should weigh a maximum of 95 pounds, but
prs.�kly_L'fera ly essly ass than 50 pounds. With 135 pigs currently living at the Sanctuary, Riffle states that a p'.,t-
bellied pig reaches a mature weight at around 3 years old and the average weight of an adult pig is
150 -plus, pounds.
PIGS, a sanctuary, is a non- profit membership organization dedicated to providing a safe haven for
abused, abandoned, or neglected miniature and pot - bellied pigs. Founded in 1992, the Sanctuary is the
country's only organization dealing exclusively with pot - bellied pigs. For more information, please contact
Date Riffle at 304- 725 -7447.
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Couple ordered to" etia; pot- b4ed'pigs
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By A[.EX Ronaraocz. ' �;
'But, deciding th�,prg5,at7;�mlIIe
them at all'. if we cap. help it,"
Dally Herald staawnte '.. •.. •
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farm ankttAl3 than',pat�; tye •.' '
- Warren Sleyers said
DuPage Cutnity,oatctvOtad 14 -j
Couny officials said no action
A Bloomingdale Township cwu-
to deny the cpVpi 's *Pot fora;
betaken against the Siev
pie was denied pernisslop ''
zoning law change that would" 'e
'.: prseyfor at least two weeks. Af•
Tuesday to keep two Vietnamese
have allowed them to k"p tl� '
'ter that, they could be cited for
pot - bellied po as pots, but Ute
anbnals.. .. -
violating a county ordinance.
couple Is vowing to keep the pigs,
"it looks lice ' pjg It smeUCltke
• . Nationwide, about 40,000 pot.
anyway.
d pig, it oWcv W$ 'a pig. Iddlpl:, ,�'.:
; bellied pigs are kept as pets, ac-
Hampton and Piclef have be-
and gentlemeq' Lttls is note RCt; "'_,
cording to the National Commit
come part of the family at the
eoutuy board member Ci Hlyft
tees on Pot - bellied Pigs, a group
Sievers household and should be
considered domesticated and-
Kulie said '- ` ; I "'`
After the deetJsiOp „Ufa "Slav : ;`.
based in Oakmont, Calif. Some
cities, including Chicago, YCw
mats, not livestock, Warren and
erses said'they hi,4Jen't decided
York St. tines, San Francisco
Lori Sievers contend. ... .
whethetlheywilliaki't6e case to
and Dallas, have allowed the ani-
Both pigs are less than 2 years
cmtrt:'Hpwover; they stressed
" mals as pets.
old, with one weighing 90 pounds
their resolve to keep the pigs at
"Pigs are one of the most in-
and the other GO. With a life
their house, at Bryn Mawr Ave.
telligent animals,” said county
expectancy of ZO'to 25 years, they,
nue and VaUey Road near
board member Robert Schroe-
shouldn't get any heavier Utan .'
Roselle.: v It s . y,,'
dor. "I think it is a shame to take
100 pounds, Lon Sievers said. ; ;,;.
� "We don't plan to gelrid of
.pets away from people."
Animal group rescues
115 pot - bellied pigs
.Live's::.'d R•. Si
LOVELAND — When a storni
b lrOl:ght snug' and cold rain into
Colorado last weekend. Jan Hamil-
ton of the Wilderness Ranch Sanc-
tunr•'or Farm Animals knew she
was ;king a tough chore.
A former volunteer for a nearby
saner :,:a ^: had called to say its
ooemtor was unable to care for
some 113 Vietnamese Poo- bellied
pigs, and Hamilton drove to the
place to see what she could do.
••(t was snowing, and the wind
was biting. I hoped it would be a
false alarm. but •.then I looked into
the [ :;st pMwood box and saw L
very young shivering piglets hud-
dled around a dead sibling. I knew
it was worse than I feared."
The -st move started Oct. 22.
immed iately after the discovery
was made.
"We pulled out the sickest. the
babies. :hose that were helpless.
and later m the week. after some
legal acangements, we got the
rest." she said.
Volunteers worked around the
dock caring for the animals they
obtained.
Meanwhile. Wilderness Ranch
is asking for volunteer help and
donations to cope with the addi-
tional animals. Hamilton said.
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Birds find refuge
in Boulder home
Pet Life News Staff
BOULDER — Terri Cordova need-
ed money and she loved birds. Breed
birds and sell them, she thought. That
would be a fun and logical way to earn J
Paw Print That Fits!
money.
Then her conscience set in.
Cordova worked at the Humane
Society of Boulder Valley where s
unwanted, sick birds were showing up
at an alarming rate. Few were adopted
and some were euthanized to end their
misery. Others just sat there indefinite-
ly, waiting for an adoption that never
happened.
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She told Leslie Harris, former shel- R oomate Maureen Campbell snuggles with a bird who has found refuge at the Cordova home.
ter manager, of her plan to breed and
sell exotic birds. Harris let her have it.
"She basically chewed my ass right
there on the spot and said 'how can you
work here and want to breed birds?'
She was right. I felt real guilty for even
thinking about it," Cordova said.
So Cordova changed her plan.
She turned her North Boulder trail-
er house into a bird sanctuary and
began rescuing unwanted birds with the
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Pigs found
Pet Life News Staff
LONGMONT — A pen of pregnant
and deformed pot - bellied pigs baked in
the sun without food, water or shade,
say members of the Colorado Pot -
Bellied Pig Association.
At least six died, and some were
eaten by their hungry siblings before
Weld County animal control officers
intervened. Owner Patsy Wentworth
faces a charge of animal cruelty in Weld
County District Court.
"I have no comment." Wentworth
said and hung up the phone.
A dead dog was also found in the
pig pen, southeast of Longmont, when
Weld County animal control officers
inspected the scene.
"Two carcasses had been in there
quite a while," said Pat Williams, an ani-
mal control officer. "One was just hide
and bones, and another had been
eaten on by other pigs'
Cindy Waddle, owner of the Flying
Piglet pot - bellied pig ranch near
Longmont, said pigs are suffering
throughout the nation. She said they
became trendy overnight, and people
bred them without any knowledge of the
species. Inbreeding is out of hand, she
said, because most pot - bellied pigs are
suffering
related to 10 pigs brought to North
America in the 1980s.
And because the pot -belly market
dropped out, pig colonies are no longer
an investment worth protecting.
"A lot of people got into breeding
pot - bellied pigs because a few years
ago they were selling for 51,200 a
piece," Waddle said. "Now they're sell-
ing for S50, and a lot of people are just
letting them multiply out back, and they
don't care what happens to them."
"Nobody really cares. They say
'well, they're just pigs.' "
Wentworth's pigs were discovered
by Cathy Cline, a pig association mem-
ber who went to the farm to see a horse
for sale. Wentworth had about 50 pot-
bellied pigs at the time.
"Cathy went to look at the horse.
and when she saw the condition of
these pigs she just freaked," Waddle
said.
Cline called Waddle. who called Dr.
Meredith Campbell, a Westminster vet-
erinarian. Dr. Campbell, a pig specialist.
inspected the scene and was also
appalled.
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Kids take over training o'i , ,herapv dog
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,Then : erruggia slipped on ice and
injured her wrist. She was suddenly
unable to continue Little Willie's obedi-
ence :raining. = errucgia and the
teacher :old the children that Little
Willie's visits could not continue
because of Ferruggia's injury.
But the students did not want the
visits to end and took matters into their
own hands. They surprise everyone by
offering to train the pup themselves. No
longer was it a matter of what Little
Willie could do for them, but a question
of what they could do for him.
er_ cc,a anc :.._ .soccer .._. _
skeptical. = they oolea to y'Ne 1N.
What followed amazes evervcne.
'!n training Willie, we found :he stu-
dents were forced to confront their own
problems,' Ferruggia said. "One boy
who never spoke above a whisper.
spoke out ioua for the first time as he
commanded Willie to sit.'
"Another student had no concept of
consistency. She'd say, 'sit - cane,'
which was confusing to the dog.: said
to her 'I want you to sit -come here, do
you understand ?' Of course she was
just as confused. She learned a valu-
able lesson and became Willie's best lit-
tle trainer.'
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Pig pen out of control in Weld County
CONTINUED FROM PAGE I
Baby pigs were pregnant, and
some were seriously deformed due to
years of inbreeding.
"There was no food, no water, no
shade, and dead pigs were decompos-
ing in the pen," Waddle said.
Weld County's animal control divi-
sion inspected the pigs after Waddle
and Dr. Campbell complained. A sher-
iff's officer cited Wentworth for cruelty.
"The owner (Wentworth) explained
that she had worked out a deal with
someone else to take care of the pigs,
and it wasn't getting done," said Margie
Martinez, manager of Weld County ani-
mal control "She was very cooperative
with us."
Animal control officers told
Wentworth to get rid of the pigs, and
she was given a final deadline of July
16. Waddle and Dr. Campbell inspected
the pigs two weeks before the deadline,
and said the situation was worse than
before.
"I saw two dead pigs and three
skulls when I was out there," Waddle
said. "I was afraid to search further into
the field because I was afraid of what 1
might find. The time before, I found a
dead pig in an empty feed bag."
On July 16, the day Wentworth was
to get rid of the pigs, Pet Life News
staffers counted 17 pigs separated in
two pens. They had no food, and only a
small mud puddle as a source of water.
Plastic pans in the pen were baked dry
by the sun.
The following Monday, Weld
County officials reported that a neighbor
of Wentworth's had taken most of the
remaining pigs.
"I'll be inspecting the conditions at
the neighboring farm to ensure that the
pigs are being properly cared for," said
Williams, of Weld County animal con-
trol.
But Waddle isn't satisfied the prob-
lem has been solved. She said the pigs
will continue inbreeding if they aren't
fixed.
"And some of those pigs are so
badly deformed they need to be euiha-
nized," Waddle said. "I'm afraid these
pigs will continue reproducing, and
we're going to have ten more situations
just like this in no time."
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Contact: Dale Riffle November 1995
304 - 725 -7447 or 970- 493 -7153
A THANKSGIVING TO REMEMBER FOR 123 VIETNAMESE
POT- BELLIED PIGS ABANDONED IN COLORADO
Vietnamese pot - bellied pigs abandoned at a sanctuary near Boulder, CC,
will be transported to PIGS, a sanctuary, a safe haven for Vietnamese pot-
bellied pigs located in Charles Town, WV, during the week of Thanksgiving.
PIGS, a sanctuary, in conjunction with the wilderness Ranch Sanctuary for
Farm Animals near Loveland, CO, has come to the rescue of 123 pot - bellied
pigs abandoned at the Clemenswine Memorial Pot - bellied Pig Sanctuary.
Clemenswine had 123 pigs living on rented property with inadequate
shelters, no running water, and no electricity.
According to Dale Riffle, Director, PIGS, a sanctuary, "We were
alerted to the situation at Clemenswine several months ago and asked Rocky
Mountain Animal Defense personnel to monitor the situation for us. A few
days ago I received a call from a volunteer who worked at Clemenswine. The
Sanctuary's founder had walked away from the pigs, because she was "burnt
out" and could no longer continue taking care of the pigs. Unfortunately,
she decided to walk away from the animals during a sleet and freezing rain
storm."
Jan Hamilton, Wilderness Ranch Sanctuary for Farm Animals visited
Clemenswine and evaluated the situation for PIGS. She said, "There was a
long line of make -shift plywood houses which resembled a refugee camp.
One plywood box had a piece of burlap covering a small opening. When
I moved the flap to look inside, I saw the faces of twelve extremely
thin baby piglets staring back at me. The piglets were all huddled around
a dead piglet in one corner of the box. There was no bedding and the
inside of the box was extremely damp. Due to lack of houses, some of the
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pigs were huddled together in a nearby ditch. There was only one water
tank on the property, surrounded by a ditch, leaving the smaller pigs
unable to reach the water." Hamilton proceeded to gather up what she
considered to be pigs in the worst physical condition and delivered them to
the Boulder Valley Humane Society.
The Sanctuary's founder has relinquished custody of 26 pigs to the
Boulder Valley Humane Society and 89 to PIGS, a sanctuary. The 89 pigs
have been transported to the Wilderness Ranch Sanctuary for Farm Animals
where they will receive foster care while Hamilton and Riffle work to raise
the funds necessary to transport these pigs to a permanent location.
Riffle stated, "We will be placing as many of these pigs as possible in
approved homes or sanctuaries across the country and the ones we can't
place will be moved to our location here in West Virginia."
According to Riffle, this situation has played out twice in the past
month. "A woman rescuing pigs in Los Angeles had 38 pigs confiscated due
to inadequate facilities and a woman in Texas has called seeking our
assistance because she is in over her head and doesn't have the facilities
to house the 40 plus pigs she has taken in."
Hamilton and Riffle have been successful in securing some support for
their rescue effort. The Dumb Friends League of Denver has agreed to
provide food for the pigs while living at the Wilderness Ranch and the
Ahimsa Foundation and United Animal Nations have both approved emergency
grants to cover transporting costs for moving the pigs to a permanent site.
Riffle stated, "We need to raise another $5000 to cover the costs of
housing, fencing, straw, vaccinations, spaying, and neutering. We will be
relying on donations from people who truly want to help make this
Thanksgiving a special day for these animals. This year instead of having a
ham for Thanksgiving dinner, we're asking people to help us save.these pigs.
from becoming Thanksgiving dinner."
PIGS, a sanctuary, the country's only sanctuary set up specifically to
aid abused, abandoned, and neglected Vietnamese pot - bellied pigs, has
provided help to thousands of pigs since its inception in 1992. For more
information, please contact Dale Riffle at 304 - 725 -7447 or from November 4
through November 11 at 970 -493 -7153.
COLORADO 11 I
Go east,
young pig
Animals abandoned
on Loveland farm
find a new home
Photos Oy AssocleteE Press
SANCTUARY: Above, Valerie
Garrett welcomes one of the
potbellied pigs abandoned in .
Loveland to a West Virginia.
animal sanctuary. Below, an-
other pig checks out its new
digs.
By SHARON SEITZ
The Home News & Tribune
CHARLES TOWN. W.Va. —
They were dubbed "yuppy pup-
pies," billed as perfect house
pets that could be easily house-
broken and wouldn't exceed 40
pounds.
Many potbellied pigs, however,
grew into porkers weighing 150
pounds or more. And the pigs
frequently became aggressive
when cooped up in an apartment
or house all day long.
The fad soon faded and now
pigs are often abandoned, euth,
anized or even eaten.
Enter the rescuers — like Jim
Brewer and his partner, Dale
Riffle, who care for over 200 pot-
bellies here at Pigs, A Sanctu-
ary.
On Thanksgiving, Riffle and l'
seven volunteers. including Val- I
erie and Carl Garrett of Colts
Neck Township, N.J., undertook
an arduous 1,705 -mile journey
across nine states to rescue 68
pigs from a sanctuary in Love-
land that closed in October.
They stopped only for gas and
food,.a quick holiday dinner veg-
etarian- style, and two hours of
sleep before pushing ahead with
.after a 421 --hour journey, the
four rented trucks reached their
destination. The Garrett's truck
was the first unloaded. After it
was backed into an opening in
the pen, Riffle and some volun-
teers.gathered inside. the truck .
to remove the ear tags that al-
lowed the. .pigs to cross state.
lines. Squeals and wails thun-
dered . from within the truck,.
which 'rockedir backs -and forth;
with uncooperatfv&pig energy.
"It doesn't hurt. Theyre just
scared," Carl Garrett said.
Then., the ramp was lowered
and the trick door pulled '.up.
"C'mon, boys." said Riffle, en-
couraging the piggies down the
catwalk. One by one, with snouts
upturned, they breathed deep
the fresh West Virginia air.
The mission was nothing new
for Valerie Garrett. She and Dori
Nielsen of Sayreville, N.J., have
been rescuing potbellied Digs in
New Jersey for a year. Nielsen
gets the calls and Garrett pro-
vides a temporary safe house —
two pens built by Nielsen in Gar -
rett's back yard — until the pigs
can be placed.
"I get calls from eventivhere
— about three a week" said
Nielsen, 31. "Sometimes I'm able
to keep them (the pigs). in
homes by doing counseling, but
mostly, people are looking to get
rid of them and want them
placed in good homes. Others
don't care. They say, `Just take
the pig.'"
EDITOR'S NOTE: Pigs, A
Sanctuary can be reached by
calling (304) 725 -PIGS.
Victims of Fashion
Miniature pigs, the fad pets of the 1980s, used to sell for S 15.000 to
520.000. The trend came to an end, but an estimated three million of
these intelligent and friendly creatures are still with us. They now go
for as little as seven dollars apiece and are likely to be found on
slaughterhouse lines or beaten and starved.
A disturbing case which typifies the situation involves Hope, an
18- month -old potbellied pig who was mauled by her shockingly
I
irresponsible owner's two hungry does. On October 1. 1994. Hope
was discovered by Prince George's County, Maryland animal
control officers. She was extremely underweight and had numerous
tear and bite wounds and a gaping hole where her right ear had been.
Fortunately, Hope has now found sanctuary at the Potbelly Pig
Interest Group and Shelter (PIGS), home to 120 pigs, which was
founded by Dale Riffle and Jim Brewer in 1992.
Maligned as sloppy and greedy, pigs, in fact, are highly so-
ciable, easy to train, and rank fourth in intelligence behind humans.
primates, and cetaceans. says Riffle. Despite his enthusiasm. in
extolling the virtues of pigs and his efforts on their behalf, he
cautions that they aren't trouble -free housepets. PIGS' very exist-
ence testifies to that. Many owners were duped into believing that
the animals were apartment pets that would mature at 35 pounds.
Miniature pigs actually reach an average adult weight of 50 to 150
pounds and are only miniature when compared with a standard pig's
1,000 to 1,500 pounds. A pig needs access to a fenced yard, and like
any exotic pet, isn't ideally suited to a household environment.
PIGS also operates a placement network for homeless pigs in
other parts of the country and a spay /neuter program. As for Hope.
Riffle says that, like many of their abuse cases, she has a lifelong
home at PIGS. "The first part of her life was so unpleasant." he says.
"We want to make sure the rest is trouble - free."
PIGS. A Sanctuary welcomes your visit and can be reached at P.O. Box 629.
Charles Town. WV 25414.(304)725-PIGS.
A pot - bellied piglet at the sancruary.
castoff , .' , ; ,
Sanctuar n T ov eland — — - --
provides a haven or
Pot- bellied porkers
abandoned by humans
By Rebecca Jones
.4eci::•1Lomunn+ \zacs story if 111 s
Dozens of displaced pot - bellied
pigs are settling into makeshift quar-
ters on a :arm outside Loveland
today while volunteers scu,• y to line
up rood. medical care and adoptive
homes for them.
The pigs are among 115 taken
over the past two weekends corn the
Clemenswine Memorial Pot - Bellied
Pig Sanctuary in Brighton. The sanc-
tuary sounded
in Sedalia in the
I 7donations summer -
1993. had allen
f
on hard times
i since its mote
[o Br ghton e .- 1ori1.
Ranch. P.O . The sanctu
Box 1507, I ary operator
Loveland. Ronda
80539 -1507 L493 - 7153. Slogar
ze'sare had been
eeded unable :o keep
d extra «p 'with the g, move demands of car nd [ng for its ever I
p after increasing pop - s.For ulation of t
ation, cast -off pet
0) pigs153. "Financially,
it just got to the
Point I couldn't
handle it ammtore,•' Slogar said.
"The donations had stopped. I
couldn't take proper care of them
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anymore.
1 olunteers at :`° ;1 /jiae -��SS a, O.1 Sanc,uar; for Far, Animals in
What happened nest is m d spute. Love!ana �e!c .vath pot- oeiiiec oigS that :vere remo•; ed fr
Slogar says she called Wdderness Brighton sane -,: a v, .vrnsh cat;;a ^ om a
o onger take care of ;hem.
Ranch Sanctuary for Farm r1 mils,
L
near oveland, and sought help. Jan
Hamilton. at Wilderness Ranch,
Twenr -rx.r p; is dee e^
says
a former volunteer at Clemens
risk
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tv
wine
tipped her to deteriorating conditions
in -,;; ieav'
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there.
from C;;_,m..
111 ,
Whichever investigators from
take:: r
Bou[dz:l,[i•c,.
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Wilderness Ranch found most
anisgi: ;nq !
of the
pigs in good shape, but lacking Drop-
The
er shelter and supervision. Some
trailer
were too thin. Hamilton said.
The
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100 potbellied. piggy 1'0T�5
abandoned in Colorado
By The Associated Press
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — ;Vlore than
100 potbellied pigs abandoned at a Colora-
do sanctuary will spend Thanksgiving in
new homes with the help of a West Virgin-
ia man.
"We will be placing as many of these
pigs as possible in approved homes or
sanctuaries across the country, and the
ones we can't place will be moved to ...
West Virginia," said Dale Riffle, director
of PIGS, a sanctuary..
Riffle has operated a 5 -acre sanctuary
since 1992 in Charles Town, about 50 miles
northwest of Washington, D.C. It has about
180 Vietnamese potbellied pigs from
across the country.
The miniature pigs once sold for as
much as 325.000 in the late 1980s and were
billed as perfect indoor pets. However,
they often grew to more than 200 pounds
and could be mean, forcing many.to aban-
don the animals.
Riffle learned of the Colorado pigs' liv-
ing conditions at another sanctuary near
Boulder. Colo., and asked the Wilderness
Ranch Sanctuary for Farm Animals near
Loveland, Colo., to step in last month after
they were abandoned.
"There was no adequate shelter, no wa-
ter on the property, no feed," said Jan
Hamilton, director of the ranch. "It was
cold and windy and starting to snow and
the pigs were in plywood boxes with no
s aw."
Two piglets died.
Hamilton said she had no choice but to
get involved. She sent 25 pigs to a nearby
humane society, took 38 to Loveland and
waited for Riffle's help.
"Nobody out here is really willing to
take them and all the shelters say they're
too difficult for them to handle." she said.
Other options included the slaughterhouse
and euthanasia.
"They were raised as oeople's pets." she
said. "They are accustomed to sleeping by
the fire, bringing you slippers, sitting up
and doing tricks — just accustomed to be-
ing well -fed and pampered."
Riffle has helped Hamilton arrange sup-
plies, medical treatment and contact a
network of volunteers to find new homes.
The 25 pigs taken to the Boulder Valley
Humane Society are all in foster homes.
while 88 are sharing a barn with Hamilton.
About 130 people have requested applica-
tions to adopt the animals, she said.
"I don't expect very many will go all the
way through to adopt a pig because we are
very careful to not have these pigs go
through this again." Ms. Hamilton said.
Riffle said those he cannot find homes
for will be sent to Rest Virginia the week
of Thanksgiving.
"Our effort is to find a good loving,
adoptive home." Hamilton said. "It may
mean they live in a sanctuary for the rest
of their lives, but that's not a bad alterna-
tive for a pig."
To send donations or to obtain an appli-
cation. people can write: Wilderness
Ranch Sancivary for Farm Animals. P.J.
Box 1507. Loveland. Colo.. 80539 or call
(970) 493.7153.
CARE AND USE OF AN IMAL S
Vietnamese potbellied pigs:
myths and misconceptions
,n
) w In IM., ,dale livin, in a s.. all men. on !he Chesapeake Ba t. Dale Rc;• ;r :r(tptrd a :m :ne(ece f7ru;aarese; � i5r( /i, <l pig. He e :aj :r, 'wireJnr :ie<
species. having anrked on a fne•nf pigjmvn daring the sunmrers of his rnud:. deer taking Ruftee into his home. Dade s—mr began to realise :::at miscon.
re ceptions anout potbelliedpigs card resultant behaviom/ prohleme were ntading homelessness muvnnn. T weals ago, he jbunded PIGS. a sancnu:ry in
ii G',arles 1/nrn. I{'fh, qs a rarimmf refuge fm' miniattue and pnrbrifirci pigs.
.n t Since dnm. Date ha s addressed L S ruin Canadian girl and m:rn mane :is ,:bout :d .v taring laps snnndd nrr be changed to aifo:r not5eflied pigs ar
Other erarc animals to be kept as house pets. Each peen: he .[peaks abater prirhelfied pigs no referiva+i' studetus. genetai practitioners. are' pet pig om hers
:r the Unit msin' oj'Georgia. This pest Oc roi.1er: he.sponso, ed a Ietrr' burn 'studew ecterr. irom Georgia. To retiree drcv arra(v_ed blood se:na(es ion, a
i'
kvnlre:: adult poibe•((ied pigs so that rererence limits jor con+rrron bioei emic.ri rests cad:( he esntblished.. Tire cost of the project :au .sok. by PIGS an,i
.e urirersist
Date has arirren ihe fb(lowfng nar :'r to iclrruiji� nn'rlrs turd misemrc+ations eon: znring I it :nun:es: pntct(; ied pi rs nspets. for :hr �rneJit of r er-
erDrariams tvho receive inquiries jio+n prospective otmert or are consulted -a
;i l! bout beitariore! prnblerns. He acrauis his soeciu(r !o Oc D. 3i
F
r .., ?:ant. T - as.a L: ^it�rs''n , jb, -1 :is isr,i :rs.
1. -'
n the late 1980s. Vietnamese pot-
bellied pies were heavily oromoted
throughout the United States as
house pets. These pies were praised
for being small. docile, and vinuall%
maintenance free. Ho%'ever, with the
introduction of any exotic companion
animal. some facts about that animal
simony are not known.. or, in some
cases• are overlooked. falsified• or
tentionally omined by promoters of
that species.
PIGS Inc, a sanctuary, was incor-
porated as a nonprofit organization in
October 1993, set up to house and
care for abused, abandoned, or ne-
s!.red potbellied pigs. It operates en-
tirei;: on donations. The news media's
interest has been intense, and the
Sanctuary's work with homeless pigs
has be... [.cell dcc : :r._n;ed b% aric;es
in the popular press and on radio and
TV broadcasts. The Sanctuary has
also recd ed international press. Be-
cause of this media attention, we have
been able to aid people with per pi
:)cross the United States. Canada, and
-nen Germany. The Sanctuary re-
ceives an averase of _ calls per day.
and we are current]% housing 278
Pigs. There is a waiting list fix pigs
needing our assistance as humane or-
ganizatiuns from across the country
routinely call upon us.
Aithough Vietnamese potbellied
M' ls ha%e been in the United States
'�'r :he past 10 years. many miscon-
' about them as pets still
abound. From my uor:: with homeless
pigs. I have many ged to identih; some
of these. Nly hone is that, by inform-
'n °_ you of my experiences and tind-
ings, sou, as veterinarians, will be
Daie RiJjle
better equipped to infomt your aients
about these animak.
Myth: Vietnamese potbellied
pigs do not shed.
Potbellied pigs raised in an out-
door environment will, at least once
and often twice a %ear. "blow their
coat." All their hair will fall out, and
they will shed a layer of skin. Of
course, this causes extreme scratch-
ing on the pigs part, as this is the
animal's natural wtw of remo%ing the
old hair and dead skin. Within a few
weeks. a new coat of hair will begin
to Brow, which will also aid in re-
moving the layer of dead skin. We
recommend brushing the pig as a
way of aiding this shedding process.
However, the hair of potbellied pies
raised in an indoor environment does
not ',row as IUIt„ and these pi_; of-
ten take longer to complete the shed-
ding process.
Myth: Vietnamese potbellied
pigs are full grown at six
months of age.
In some pies. we have noticed
srowth until four or five %e2rs of age.
How'e%er, it appears that the maiority
of their _g_roath comes within the fist
%ear of Iife.
Myth: An adult Vietnamese
potbellied pig will weigh
30 to 50 pounds.
The original piss brou,-•ht in
through Canada, in 198 -natured at
over _00 pounds. In Pigs. A Hand-
book o [lie Breeds )jute !Gild be,
Valerie Porter (copyrighted 1993 by
Corneil University). Vietnamese pot-
bellied pigs are stated to weigh 90 to
100 kz t 19S to 220
potbellied -pig breeders are trying to
breed for smaller piss, the vast maior-
in still weigh in at an averase of i =5
pounds. Some breeders ha•. e even de.
%eloped a strain of "micro- minis•' that
are a%emuing between 9 and I I
pounds at nine months of ase, but 1
have never heard of one of these pies
living past IS months of age.
Myth: Vietnamese potbellied pigs
make wonderful house pets.
From the thousands of calls and
letters that the Sanctuary has re-
ceived. the number one reason pet pig
owners give for needing to find a new
home for their pet is aggression. After
much observation of a pigs natural
herding behavior, we have been able
to oicce tosether Mly per poiDellled
pies become aggressive %eh raised
as hill -tinge house pea. We have also
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found that these aggressive pigs thane
several things in connnon. First. thev
come from "single pig" households:
second. they have little or no access to
an outside area: and third, they hale
been extremely pampered and spoiled
b_v their owners.
We have learned that potbellied
piglets raised in the house mature in
an unnatural environment. The ag-
gression usually begins to appear at
12 to IS months of age, when the pig
is beginning to mature mentally and
its instincts are starting to manifest
themselves. The pig is confused, be-
lieving the house to be its territory
and the people residing in the house
to be its herd, each With a specific
place i11 the hierarchiai structure.
When a guest comes to visit, the pig
sees it as a new "pi_' entering the
herd. and will usualk charge and
snap a. the „ew "pi_' to de ermine
where the newcomer falls within the
herds hierarchiai structure. At this
point. most owners will move the pig
to a room where the pig does not have
access to visitors.
However, at 24 to 30 months of
age. the pig gill star, to challenge the
people with whom it has been raised in
an 'Fort, to move tip the hierarchiai
ladder. This is the point at which own-
ers contact the Sanemarv. WI- inform
them that the onln way io deal etiec-
tincln with this aggressive behavior is
to move the pig to an outside area. as
this will change the pig's territory, and
if possible. to obtain a second pig as a
companion for the aggressive pig. Pref-
erably this would be a female, as they
are natural herd leaders, and a pig of
larger size that will dominate the ag-
gressive pig in a tight. By being
around another pig. the aggressive pig
also learns that Pigs and people are dif-
I LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORI' FRONT
f ,tent and that people ..:c not a pan of
the herd - structure.
I have also experienced a fell
pigs that became aggressive for an-
other reason.. These pigs were cnp-
torchid. and eve swpect that. because
the breeders \P ere looking to save
money. thev had chosen to castrate the
male Pigs themselves. However. when
they castrated each of these pigs. they
had found only one testicle. as the
other had been retained. Instead of
seeking yeterinan assistance in re-
moving the retained testicle. the own-
ers sold the pigs as neutered pets
without informing the new owners of
the retained testicles. These pigs all
had the physical boar features such as
a wide snout, long whiskers, shouider
plates. hair over the hooves. and a
bushy taii. After haying the retained
testicles surgically removed, all enen-
tually be:anle noraggressine.
In addition to a__gression. We
have observed that pies raised alone.
pampered. and kept in the house full
time are unable to communicate or in-
teract with other pigs. They have nei-
ther been around another pig nor been
allowed to engage in normal pig ac-
tivities such as rooting. erazing, and
nesting. One such pig - carne into the
Sanctuary at 3 -1 nears of age. When
placed in an area adjacent to another
pig, he simply sat in the comer of his
pen and literally cried for two days.
He R'ould not eat. drink. 0, - v - 11 1110%e
about. To teach the gig to walk on the
ground the had walked oniv on car-
peting). 1 had to la }' blankets on the
ground until he was in the middle of a
itrass• area, follow behind him. and
pick up the blankets. leaning him
stranded in the middle of the nard and
forced to walk across the grass in or-
der to return to his pen. Today, the pig
lines in a herd o.` 1= o :he; pies and is
wel . adjusted.
The Sanctuary's philosophy
For the past ,..- -e yeas, I hat:
lived ,girl, these a^i -ais on a d2ih
basis. I have worker: t%nh pigs from
diverse situations — ,hose that have
come from pampered homes to one
pig Whose owner struck him across
the back with a board. rendering him
paraplegic. I have come to the same
conclusion with all. I do not believe.
nor does the Sancruary endorse. the
keeping of Vietnamese potbellied pigs
as fill -rime house pes. If these Pigs
are kept as house pets. they should at
least have access to at.. outside area at
all times.
Also. from the many other natu-
ral behaviors I Ilan- obsen ed. I do not
believe that these animals should be
housed around sill= .. :nildreil v.
In addition. male potbellied pies
should be completely neutered unless
used for breeding. An unaltered male
or cnptorchid should be housed sepa-
rately, as their instincts are strong and
the pigs can be dangerous.
1 have also corn.- to believe that
raising a sinele pig without the com-
panionship of another pig can be a
detriment to the pigs' :rental well -be-
ing. It is the policn o: PIGS. a sancm-
ary. to adopt out pigs tc homes with-
out small children.. is pairs or to ho:lles
seeking compan-
ions for their pigs.
If you would
like to knots more G1
about the Sanctu-
any and the work
we do, we can be
reached at PIGS.
PO Box 629, Charies Town, `,\'V
25414: phone (30' 1 725 -7447. V
A question of acclimation ... from 1636
teration Would satisfV AVN1A con-
cerns. although Dr. Schwindanhan
said that APHIS has canvassed veteri-
narians as well as shippers, a repre-
sentative of the American Do, O \yn-
ers Association. and commercial
breeders about the proposal and found
"they did not have any problem with
that."
Interestingly, although the regu-
lations seem to be most concerned
With low temperatures, Dr. Schwin-
danlan said, "The occurrences that
have come to our attention have been
because of heat and not especially be-
cause of cold."
In any case, the APHIS proposal
did not appear on the regulatory
agenda for 1995 and so has still not
been slated for action. The most re-
cent development was a meeting in
August of USDA and airline officials.
also attended by the -W :CIA, at which
airline transportation of animals, in-
cluding acclimation certificates, was
discussed. The AVNIA -USDA Rela-
tions Committee will also discuss the
issue as part of its December *95
agenda.
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Surprisingly. more and
more people across
the country are
choosing this new
kind of pig for a family
pet. This edition of our
"Country Primer"
series tells you why.
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\. 0 i id a i Iy on; ":oII a pc; Ihal ha,
briah. •.,roi''led .kin. i ,., avhuce . a I;a hell\
and :1 C: a nt pled Joukrng. pushed - In race:'
And it doc.n't hark. inerm or chirp, it nine
But ,peed a lick tithe around CICSC c.,-
uric little puthellic(I pig,. and you heg!n It)
undencatd .,he the :Ire becoming ;note and
more pnnuiar a, I:u::llc pot, all acre„ Elie
countrc.
Various]'. called Sliar -Pci pigs, or Vict-
ru mtc+c. Chincie or : \,ran pigs, thee remind
one of G'te .ovine.'Thr•:'ro Su ogle thc•:'rc
catc! " The% Invite , titre, at Itrst. smlies later.
..One \'ac of a putbellicd piu'i , ;raigin
tllil. litre look into that :ace thal onk ;.
lnuthcr ;uuld luve..ind \ou're wooed.
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Ila`•'C ch,)IQu thC>C Illnll:al.'re anunzi: a, pe:
Theo :: cc hc•_m li,timt the ntan fine
(lllalltic, Ili their U'�t it pl:, i, tvhlrh •'o
catch, na:nrz sorb ::> "�taenum I'.LG.�.
"H:unhu "S;nl,.: ..Paturt i:: ". _Pi••.
malion ". "Hamlet" or "Finiwina'.
Gnthu,cutie a \\ner, point out that Ihc,e
ezulic
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scd;uclk un a Ica"n. rcipund to the C II
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rolhn_e o or cvice riding a skateboard•
All Started in '85
V'lo,; of the polhcfhcd pigs nov in ; ._
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unpuaud :mill Canada b, Kcrth Connell in
19:ii. De,ccndani, of these are currcnllt
hcinc recistcred :n the Potbellied Pic
Rc ita.^•cd he Dale and Bcrty Qcanun
lit Lakc'nllc. InJia;::l.
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owilclllcd ;tic \v ,umcone _ace then
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This year the holiday spirit has arrived early here
at the Sanctuary. Tails are wagging with joy, ears
are twitching to and fro in anticipation of special
�SS���Eang�9
/'/ C treats and the barns are filled with a special warmth
that can only come from knowing peace and tranquility. However,
for a herd of pigs from Colorado, this has truly been a Season of Miracles.
You see, a few weeks ago we received a call requesting our assistance with 125 pigs that
had been abandoned near Boulder, Colorado. We were also told that 45 of the pigs were
Scheduled to be euthanized in four days. After receiving this call, we quickly contacted a
volunteer in the Doulder area and asked if She could go and evaluate the Situation for us.
The volunteer informed u5 thatthe pigs were living in an open field, bordering two major highways,
and that there was no electricity or running water located on the property. Upon visiting the
Site She found a long line of make -shift plywood houses which resembled a refugee camp. She
found one plywood box which had a piece of burlap covering a Small opening and when She
moved the burlap to look inside, she Saw the faces of twelve extremely thin baby piglets staring
back through the darkness. The piglets were all huddled around a dead piglet in one corner of
the box as there was no bedding and the inside of the box was extremely damp. Due to lack of
houses, Some of the older pigs were huddled together in a nearby ditch. Also, there was only
one water tank which was Surrounded by a ditch, leaving the smaller pigs unable to reach the
water. A5 the wind howled and the snow fell, the volunteer proceeded to gather up what She
considered to be pigs in the worst physical condition and delivered 26 of them to the local
Humane Society. We were al5o informed that the local authorities were prepared to gather up
the remaining pigs and proce55 them through a local stockyard. After receiving this evaluation,
we knew that what these pigs needed was a miracle.
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A5 we worked to try and help these animals, our fist miracl materialized. We were able o
locate a Safe house to foster the pigs until they could be transported to West Virginia. Our
second miracle materialized when we were able to secure two emergency grants to cover the
costs of transporting the pigs.
So , on the day before Thanksgiving, seven volunteers and myself arrived in Colorado. We ren ✓d
four vans and arrived at the safe house around midnight. We awoke early on Thanksgiving day,
quickly began preparing the vans for the pigs, and after Safely loading the pigs, we were on our
way. Our final mir acle materialized two days later a5 we arrived at the Sanctuary. The pigs
were all cafe and healthy.
As we pulled up the driveway, we were greeted by approximately 50 people. There were friends,
Supporters, photographers, reporters, and video cameras recording our arrival. And I can
honestly say that as the pigs exited the trucks and entered into their new life here at FIG5,
there war, not a dry eye on the property. As one volunteer driver said, "This will be a Thanksgiving
I will never forget. Although my stomach was empty, my heart was full."
The Colorado pigs are Safe now. And a5 I walk through
their area, feeding treats and giving belly rubs, I look
over and notice Dale, a little pig who walks with his head
tilted to one Side. I have been told that he suffered a
trauma to the head which fractured a bone in his Skull
Pale now lives comfortably with his best friend Susie
and loves hi5 straw filled house and heat lamp. I then
notice Sumo, a pig who i5 50 overweight that he can
barely get around. Sumo i5 now on a diet and has made
a new friend named Mr. Henry. A5 I walk on, I notice that a little pig, who I call Jimbo, i5
consistently following at my side. Jimbo i5 5o malnourished that you can feel practically every
bone in his frail body. However, Jimbo is on a different
kind of diet, one which will help him gain weight. And
a5 1 walk on, continuing to feed treats and give belly
rubs, I realize that for the majority of these pig5, I
do not know their name5, their pact history, or ho
they ended up where they did. What I do know i5
that now they are in a Safe place where they will
receive the love, care, and attention that they 50
deeply deserve.
(Sumo)
A5 the holiday sea5on approaches, we with to thank Y
sanctuary a reality. Thanks to YOU, these pig5 truly have
a cafe place to call home and another chance at life. And
thanks to YOUR generous support during the past year,
the 5anctuary i5 now able to provide a home to 2,52-pig-E�•
We have also been able to provide medical care to Ill the
pigs and specialized medical care to those in need. We
have bP.P.Y able tnhavP able 5iir����fully find ado ado tive homes for
.0
over LOO pigs and through our National Placement
Network, we have aided hsh_tllldr_e_15red5_ more from all acro55 (Jimbo)
the country. In addition, we have been able to provide the5e pig5 with over 59-ton-o of pig chore
and 5pecial treats, over LO - 0 - 0 - bale5 of Straw and hay for bedding, heat lamps and fans for
their 51eeping area, and an educational opportunity to the hstnticed-�i of vi5itor5 we receive
each year from all over the world.
for making thi5
Y2ur support also enables us to celebrate what we call "Pig Christmas." "Pig Christma5`is
the one day a year when we feed the pigs all their favorite fruits and vegetables and they eat
until their bellies are so full that they couldn't possibly eat another bite. Each pig also receives
a new blanket in which to bundle up on those cold winter nights.
As we enter into this season of giving we ask that you please remember the pigs who now call
the Sanctuary home. Your tax deductible" contribution enables us to provide a home for them
during the holidays ...and throughout the coming year. Yo it unnort is their miracle Thank
you for caring and from all of us here at PIGS, a sanctuary, we, wish you and yours peace,joy,
and the best holiday season ever.
THANK YOU & HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM:
Dale, Jim, Spider, Heidi, Big Missy, Abigail, Diana, Pierre, Jeffrey, Al (the bad pig), Comet, Cupid,
Donner, Rudolph, Pinky Lee, Doris, Jack, Janet, Travis, Ms. Pork Chop, Bertha, Tiffany, Sumo, Mr.
Henry, Heidi Ho, Weezer, Amos, Pork Chop, Wilma, Bobby Otis, Sweet Pea, Sherry, 5pamela,
Genie, Harley, Mamma Jamma Wilbur, Big Wilbur, Cowboy Wilbur, Dixie, Porsche, Piglet, Casey,
Mazie, Oscar, Trix, Norman, Splinter, Pig Pig, Little Missy, Rufus, Murphy, Tina Marie, Tammy
Faye, Greg, Jethro, Maggie, Hope, Hoover, Ivan, Stan, 011ie, Spooky, Frederick, Priscilla, Hamlet,
Jamie, Chuck, Crystal, Dudley, Penelope, Mr. Snuggles, Sally Sue, Alfred, Amanda, Lucy, Shorty,
Calvin, Penny, Hamlet, Abraham, Madeline, Sophie, Zsa Zsa, Eva, Rocky, Nathan, Hector, Petri,
Moo 5hu, Margo, Joshua, Petey, Winker, Waco, Keith, Kevin, Hamilton, 5kimbaliza, Ziffel, Tommy,
Gus, Wilbur, Charlie Brown, Danny, Freddy, Piggy, Trayfe, Grant, Aleksander, Jeeves, Pearl, Molly,
Dailey Mae, Charlotte, Katie, Princess Osha Marie, Parma, Frankie, Anna Belle, Porky, Piggy
Lynn, Dinky, Boris, Maxine, Cookie, Edward, Perry, Andrew, Gucci, Blossom, Minor, Cravin, Biscuit,
barbie, Cass, 5carlett, Laurie, Lucy, Cleo, Indiana, Amy, Renee, Changling, Mr. Pig E. Bank,
Sassy, Cuddles, Sam Sam the Raisin Man, Penelope, Annie, Dailey Lou, Oliver, Jethro, Petey,
Petunia Rose, Harley, Winston, Breakfast, Chrissy, Stormy, Peaches, Ziggy, Ross Pigerot, Pepe,
Shakespeare, Hobart, Willie, Cecil, Clifford, Dale, Susie, Jimbo, Jeff, Scruffy, Garrison, Bobbi,
Sarah, Bono, Daffy, Moofassa, Four, Pumbah, Peanut, Emma, Chelsea, Stratton, Anna, Gary,
Batya, Boo, Grassrooter, Yvonne, Manita, Sallie, Drama, Majik, Lil' Bit, Lil' Bit More, and the
other 57 pigs who are still awaiting a name.
Wishing you peace and Joy, HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
For the pigs.
Dale Riffle
Director
0 P.O. BOX 629, CHARLES TOWN, WV 25414 • 725 -PIGS
* PI G.S., a sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by lain
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Such Pill anima: is genetically programmed
t0 behave as a wild animul ;uid will do so.
Many of the misconceptions sur;ound-
ing wilt) animals hci.lg I:;pt is pets devcl-
up Gunn misunderstanding the pnieCS% of
Land. reaming a baby animal. A hand is cre-
ated between infant and substilutc mother
in 0111;,;cC ss, Lind hund-I;rsed babies are
captivating, readily procuccd, and v.s ly
Sold. They appear mm :md immagcable at
first. As thev ma ur., he twevei, especially
isually, their n:cd for a mother — anneal
or s!Ircogi —:n;ls. The insiinetjal behnv-
iurs or the adult replace the endearing itc.
ha%iurs (If' the dependcnl babv ur lu; cnile..
HSUS NEWS - Fall 1995
The cuddly hahy suddenly itccol :yes an eg-
gressvc Mier or thins dcsnUClivc and lcnr
peranicntal, for no rcas0u apparent lu the
pel plesed 0wl,cr,
This inelamorplxsi :; is inevitable, rc-
gardlc,v of spccics ,tr quality of human
care. The only variattle is terse: species
with :, !ongcr "childhood" ;Ind adulc,-
ecncc, sucF, a, the !Luger primates, may be
ntarwgrable leogcr tlim species That dCVel-
op rapidiv. But in either ease, the :mimal
bccomcv it problem and is negkcle.d.
passc:t from came- to owne% of ai�ac-
dgned.
The ns?NOnelll el s.l: ;I! m:unmals
1'au ;] :, uclp Iighl ;hc pro.
motion of wild ar.J exotic pits by refilsmg
to patronize pct etrscs that ;.el [I1ase )p--s
of animals. I f;: ;7icnd or fvr,ily , netnbcr is
T Making about blynlg an exotic 07 Wild an-
in111. let hililihu Litt That prohl::nis ill.
evitably rollc Spcal, out against laws Ilia[
:make caulk- and wild - animal ctvnership
t.i and more accessible. If foil locntily
intr0du..ex Icgiala :lOn to ICVtrict exntie. and
wild- ;I, :imal ONMBIlip, be sure Io vuicc
yuur support fn: such ksiclatiolt. ■
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tr"r uilcllife. prv.'e<!ion. Ruth, 1.4, Lomb is
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POTB _
Perfect Pets or Simply Swine?
They look, sound, and act differently then dogs and cats, but potbellies still need a
lot of care, time, and expense.
By Martin Prince
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die) of SIG °Nets and ii0erous
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Live twenty to
twenty-five years.
Hooves need
regular trimming.
" You boys feed the pigs before you go to
school." Sounds like something you'd hear on the
farm, right? Not necessarily.
Swilling the swine is a daily chore in over
20,000 swank suburbs and cosmopolitan condos
across the country. However, these are not the
humongous, mud - wallowing, fly- attracting pigs
from down on the farm, but smaller versions
imported from the Orient. They're called potbel-
lied pigs.
Since their arrival in America during the mid -
eighties, the public has been enamored with
these pudgy porkers with their perpetual smile.
Unfortunately though, the unwary, infatuated
public has often been duped by profit- oriented
breeders roundly proclaiming
Nose can root that these pigs are small,
quiet, cuddly, easily- trained,
up lawns, and disease -free.
plants, and To live up to this large
linoleum. order, they would have to be
wind -up toys. Obviously, a pot-
belly's needs and behaviors
differ from a cat's or dog's, but don't be fooled.
These pigs take just as much time and care, and
they can be just as adorable or frustrating.
How Big is Small
Some breeders and news stories refer to these
animals as "miniature' potbellied pigs, misleading
most people who don't know
how large "regular" pigs get.
Tusks must be Hogs on the farm reach 250
kcal/ cut pounds in six months and
surgically y 500 to 800 pounds within two
or removed years. Compared to these
from male pigs porkers, a 70 -pound potbel-
lied pig is indeed miniature.
"People just don't realize
how big these animals can get. I know I was mis-
led," explains Joyce Davis in Denver. "At a potbel-
lied pig show at a shopping center, I asked the
breeder how much adult animals would weigh.
He didn't answer my question. Instead, he point-
ed to an animal which I now know was much
smaller than average. He said 'See that one? He's
fully grown. "'
Dr. Rob Freeman, a veterinarian in Yorktown,
Virginia, agrees that the public is easily deceived.
"All the ads show eight - week -old piglets and say
'cute and easily trained.' But the animals get big-
ger than people think. The average is at least 60
pounds." Many people forget that 60 pounds is
almost twice the weight of a cocker spaniel.
The weight of adult potbellies varies greatly
because breeders are reacting to public prefer-
ence and producing smaller and smaller pigs.
These newer strains average 30 to 50 pounds,
unlike the original Vietnamese potbellied pigs
which run 60 to 110 pounds.
James Bradford, a veterinarian in Riverbank,
California, suggests that anyone purchasing a pig
find a breeder who has developed a smaller
bloodline. As with any other pet, potential owners
should insist on seeing the parents. Otherwise,
this household pet may get big for the house
and have to be resold.
Pigging Out
Dr. Bruce Lawhorn, an extension veterinarian at
Texas A &M, stresses that pig owners need accu-
rate facts before making a lifetime commitment.
"They can be a real neat little pet, if people take
the time to understand them and learn what they
need to know."
Lawhorn says the number -one mistake made
by owners is overfeeding. "We had two [pigs]
brought in here that weighed 250 pounds each.
Their correct weight should have been 90 to 100
pounds. We had to euthanize one, and the other
recovered on a strictly controlled diet. The cause
was just plain human ignorance."
Like other pigs, potbellies are omnivorous and
have extremely healthy appetites. This part of their
nature creates a real balancing act for pet owners.
If you let your pig eat as much as he wants, he
becomes overweight On the other hand, your
hungry pig may chew the furniture or turn to
other behaviors that you may not appreciate.
The key, according to Lawhorn, is to limit the
intake of calories and protein — feed just enough to
meet the nutritional needs of the animal, then
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supplement with bulk feeds like grass clippings.
This tills both the pigs' large stomachs (their
potbellies) and also their time, which can save
your tile.
"Pigasso chewed everything when I was awav,'
declared Joyce Davis. "I11e breeder told me that
they just don't damage anything. But 111y pig
chewed out the corner of the wall, rooted up the
linoleum, and pulled off the wallpaper. But only
when he was alone, which unfortunately was
every working day."
Basic Training
Potbellied pigs, like other pigs, are intelligent.
Some experts consider pigs more intelligent than
dogs, but greater intelligence does not necessari-
ly mean easier to train, or that dog - training meth-
ods work on pigs. Just like with any species, train-
ing depends on understanding them.
According to Kitty Brebner, who runs a potbel-
lied pig breeding and rescue operation in Dent.
Washington. housebreaking or litterbox training is
only possible when you apply logic to pig behavior.
Pigs want to defecate and urinate in the far-
thest spot from where they eat and sleep. If you
feed your pig in the kitchen and put the litterbox
one room away, your back bedroom may remain
the pig toilet cif choice.
For pigs free to roam the house, Brebner says
litterbox training involves acclimating the pig one
room at a tinge until the pig considers all parts of
the house as his or her eating, sleeping, and play-
ing environment.
They're Not Stuffed
People who market potbellies often state that
unlike clogs and cats, pigs don't scratch furniture,
jump on the table, catch songbirds, bark endless-
ly, or chase cats.
«hat they don't bother to mention is what pot-
bellied pigs do. All potbellied pigs squeal loudl
arid, given the opportunity, will root up flower
beds and eat any houseplants within reach. Some
potbellies chew furniture, drag blankets off beds
to build nests, and root up tile floors.
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Potbellies may start out as just a handful, but they grow to an average of 60 pounds and up to 150.
A woman; - Washington had to pad-
lock her refrigerator, because her potbel-
lv had learned to root the door open and
would conduct foraging raids at will.
When a behavior, whether good or bad,
is food- motivated, it is nearly impossible
to break.
Although potbellies don't dig, they do
root and their snouts are powerful tools.
One potbelly left alone in a house locked
himself in the utility room by inadver-
tently slamming the door shut. The pork-
er panicked, and by the time his owners
returned, the pig had peeled the
linoleum loose from the entire floor
while rooting around for an escape route.
Obviously, potbellies don't readily
accept confinement. Cynthia Drum-
mond in Montreal confined her pig,
Travis, to the kitchen because he ate
her houseplants. "That didn't work
because he went crazy and was literally
throwing himself against the kitchen
door like a battering ram. In a short
while, he would have smashed the door down."
To confine potbellies indoors, pens should be
no smaller than four by four feet per pig. Lawhorn
emphasizes placing lawn clippings or hay in the
pen for chewing and rooting, and toys for enter-
tainment. "Bowling balls are used a lot. They'll
bop those things around all day."
Despite claims that potbellies are lethargic and
can be kept indoors all the time, Dr. Lawhorn
says potbellies need at least one hour per day
walking on a leash or playing in the yard. Exer-
cise, in conjunction with a controlled diet, is
essential to maintain correct body weight and a
mentally happy pig.
Medical Alert
Pigs have some unusual but essential health care
requirements, like the tusks which develop on
males. Dr. Domenick Castaldo advises that, for
safety reasons, tusks be removed completely or
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trimmed near the gum line with a hacksaw or
obstetrical wire.
According to both veterinarians and breeders,
neutering is absolutely essential for pet potbellied
pigs. Intact females are "very cranky" at estrus
(every 21 days), and boars can be very aggressive
and emit a powerful odor.
And then there's the regular medical concerns,
like diseases. Potbellies are susceptible to the
same diseases as commercial hogs and are there-
fore subject to certain agricultural regulations. In
most states, potbellied pigs must be tested for
brucellosis and pseudorabies before crossing
state lines. Something to keep in mind if you
move often.
Unlike cats and dogs, which require yearly vac-
cinations, potbellied pigs need twice - yearly boost-
ers against two diseases. Biannual fecal exams
are also needed to detect intestinal worms.
Though all of these diseases and parasites are not
deadly to pigs, it is their potential for spreading to
humans which makes vaccinations and other pre-
ventive care necessary.
Potbellied pigs do have some health advan-
tages over dogs and cats; they are not normal
hosts for fleas. And some people who are
allergic to dogs and cats are not allergic to pigs.
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Most potbellies get along well with kids and other pets. This young potbelly enjoys a
romp with the neighborhood kids and their dog.
to change the ordinance. It won't be easy.
According to the local newspaper, the Omaha
lVorld- Herald, the city health director has
already made up his mind. "I don't see any
reason to change the code at this time just
because an animal is popular."
Although Mitzi and Tom Stern of Chicago
didn't have to go to city hall to keep their pot-
belly, they did have to battle with fellow condo
owners, who were not keen on having a pig in
the building.
A Pig By Any Other Name
Despite their "pet" status, potbellies are still
pigs, especially to city officials. One couple in
Lee's Summit, Missouri, had to give up their
pigs because the city council refused to include
potbellies in the "pet" category of their city
ordinance. Of course, it didn't help when the
pig made a mess in the corner of the council
chambers.
Most communities have ordinances against
keeping livestock within a certain distance of
a residence or within city limits. Unfortunate-
ly, owners are finding out about these regula-
tions after they get their pig, forcing them to
become engaged in municipal battles.
The Glotzbachs moved to Omaha, Nebras-
ka, only to discover that their pig, which
they've had for four years, was not welcome.
Now the family must convince the city council
An Overabundance
The flood of pro -pig coverage by the press
indicates that these animals are wildly popular
and today's yuppie pet -of- choice. Disrep-
utable, money- hungry breeders are already
latching on to this short -term gold mine and
rapidly increasing the pig population. But
potential lifetime pig owners are not increas-
ing at the same rate, leading to mass overpop-
ulation and wasteful deaths, like what is
occurring now for dogs and cats.
According to The New York Times, the classi-
fieds in Los Angeles average 15 ads a week of
owners wanting to get rid of their pigs. Or
trade them. One owner said that she would
gladly exchange her piglet for some sports
equipment or maybe a fishing reel.
In the same article, an LA. breeder admitted
that the rage may be dying out. "The first year
we were getting 100 phone calls a week ... Now
we sell about 26 a year."
Not surprisingly, the prices have also
dropped drastically. In 1988, pigs were being
sold in LA for 5,000 to 10,000 dollars. Now the
average is 200 to 500 dollars.
With the fall in profits, the greedy, decep-
tive breeders will hopefully pull out of the pig
business, leaving only enough reputable
breeders to fill the orders. Breeders, like
Kayla Mull in Norco, California, who realize
the fate of unwanted pigs. Mull understands
that ending up in a shelter leads to both men-
tal and physical stress for a pig (just like for
dogs and cats). And there's no guarantee of a
new home.
But the humane future of potbellies also
lies with the potential owners. People who
don't do their homework may end up with no
flooring and gaping wall holes. And another
pig will end up "out in the country."
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As with any youngster, potbellies are adorable
babies, but they really grow, and so do their needs
and their owner's expenses.
The tifiniature Potbelly Pi; As A House Per
A CO IIARISON WITH CATS & DOGS!
Contributed by B arry Do::man, MD, -IPH
Chair of Club Cochon's Zcrmirg Com -nice=
Reprinted from Club Cochor.'s Potrbclly Pig P-ss
Summer 1991
but is sometimes called the Asian Potbelly, the Vicmamcse Potbelly
or the Chinese Potbelly.
(Vote: I had thought that the use of a scientific nam e for PB P's
would 'cc helpful in drafting ordinances. Howevc., ordinances
dealing with PB Ps generally do not use the scientif i.c name and s-
use a reference like Viemamcse Potbellied Pig or ndniamre potbel-
lied pig or mini pig. Some ordinances merely refer to swine in gent: al
and allow them as pets up to a particular size limit For those of yc_
who ate interested, I have seen two different scientific names usad-
Sus scrcfa jubams Ntuucr or Sts sc.ofa bittans)
I. SIZE
An article on the suitability of potbelly pigs as pets, with
emphasis on the impact o [potbellies or. human health, appeared in the
Novemcer, 1990 issue of Potbelly Pig P:ess •under the sa.:.c title as
this ric!c. Back then I promised a — vision. Well he- it isl A
detailed char will appear in the next newsletter.
Pi _gips arc nV..v to me. However, ir.[c-ac:ions bc:wccn animals
and humans from the point of view of human health is not a new issue
for me. My twenty years as a physician specializing in pubic hcaith
and preventive medic;- have inc!udcd a stint as a cou"..ry health
officcr:esponsible for animal control operations. My current position
is with the State dcuartment of Hcal:h Services in the Ituectiouu
Diseases Branch. Being able to apply my professional expertise to
help promote the interests of po[bclEcs as pets simply adds to the
pleasure I get from Ryuichi, the non -human potbelly member of my
household.
The following discussion compares the saimbiiity of keeping
a =dcatarbrecd of pig - the MLVIATURE potbcUv pig - as a house.
pet, m residential areas with the suitabifiw of keeping cats or dogs for
the same purpose and s similar s=oundings.
The criteria for comparison are size of the animals, human
health considerations in terms of risk o f animal to human transmission
of disease, temperament, shelter needs, and role of these animals in
human 311 syndromes. In the UrSted States the b -cd of pig is
commordy mfe:red Ea as miniature potbellied or potbelly pig (PBP)
the word" Miniature" is used r ccmparison to other br ceds of
pigs Wised for food, just as the ^:= iature poodle is a comparison :p
full size pcodles. Farm pigs weip.. in he range of 404 -900 pot -ids.
But potbclucs at full growth will generally weigh less than 30 pounds,
sand less than 14 inches at the shoulders, and be less than 30 inches
un length. kn unusually large potbelly at full growth, even if ove^ad,
will be less than 120 pounds, stand less than 20 inches at the wit.`.:,
and be less than 40 inches long.
(Note: Tre North Ame^can PoLkely Pig Associadon(NAPPA)
has :s=tay promulgated breed standards which specified for pigs
one year of ages maximum heightof 13 inches and smaximum weight
of 95 pounds.)
Clearly, the potbelly is largcrthan any domestic wt and smaller
than the large to giant breeds of dogs (e.g. Crcat Dane, St Bernard,
Newfoundland, Great Pyrenees, -Mastiff, Rottweiler ). Becauscof the
more compact body build of the potbelly a fair size comparison is to
say that the potbelly is smaller in statute than moderate to large dogs
Retrievers, Scues, Shephc:ds, Collies) and equal in weight to
some large dogs. Perhaps the best overall comparison is to a large
basset hound. therefore, m comparison to dogs, the potbelly is equally
ratable to ce a house -pct in a residential area by the citarion of size.
U. HUMAN HFT!_TH
I have carried out an analysis which compares dogs, cats a. ^d
potbellies in [cr::us of the potential of these animals to play a role n
discase zarsmission to humans in a residential setting where these
animals would reside as house pets.
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The ba::fe over zoning laws continues. Pits are pets, not
livestock. Photo Credit: Menso Pia Society
Lt the comparisor. between potbellies,
cats and dogs, the analysis assumed that the
Potbelly.
1. has been spayed or neutered;
2. was healthy and disease free
when acquired; and
3. is kept as a house pet (meaning
lives in the house) in a residential area and
not normally incontact with animals on farms.
The epidemiology of 19 diseases was
reviewed.
The results of the health comparison
analysis show that either dogs or eras are
probably a grease: risk to human health than
are potbellies. In any case, pothellies are
definitely not a greater risk. For diseases
which they have in common, potbellies are no
more likely to acquire thesediseases than are
dogs or cats, and potbellies are frequently
less likely to do so. There are riot categories
of disease uniaua to potbellies which can be
tr rLsmittcd to humans or dogs or cats.
For a number of diseases, the greater
risk of acquisition by dogs or cats and subse-
quent trrsmission to people is due in large
van to cianc_.sdcs of dogs and cats not
shared by potbellies. Being predators, dogs
and cats have a propensity to roam and "%="
or pursue other animas given the opportu-
nity. This behaviorthereby gives them greater
ovvorrunity to aecuirc disease from other
animas or to "drag in" other arrinais carrying
dis ease. Additionally,dogsmay cat the feces
of othc: animas, which is an imponant. outc
of disease trrsmission. And because cas
roam freely, prover. disposal of all their fecal
Output is tar more diff:culL Potbellies, not
being predators, do not "huai'. Also, they do
not cat the feces of odter ani:.ak.
In order to keep a peapective on pets
in general, c is i —,onantto keep in mind that
the conclusion that dogs and cats are pocen-
dally a -react: risk to human health is a
relative statement. Just as is the case with
potbellies, dogs and cas, if they Stan out
healthy and are responsibly card for, pose
minim, al health risk to humans.
Special Note on Rabies and
Pscudombies
Because they are so frequently asked
about rabies and pseudorabics require spe-
cialcOn•V.re. ^.t Due to the similarity between
the two names and the fact that both arc
caused by viruses, many persons assume
Lhese are :elated diseases. In fact, they are
not related. The rabies virus -and the
Fseudc: abies virus come from different viral
families.
Rabies is a disease which is mait-
eaiaed in an anL .al :- servoir and is tea.- tsmis-
siole to man. T'he reservoir exists L1 wild
animals such as skimis, bats, foxes, coyotes,
raccoons, bobcats and other carnivores. As
almost any mammal, pigs can acquire rabies
infection. However, pigs have never been
linked to human rabies infection. Even Li
farm situations, where potential exposure to
the animal reservoir is greater than in a
residential setting, pigs, and potbellies in
particular, simply do not play a role in trans-
mission from the animal r cservoir to humans.
Note: Excepors potentially tight
be a female protecting he newbom or a male
about to mace and p vented from doing so.
However, these situations are net a =licablc
to the urban potbelly house pet a=ce only
neutered or spayed animals should be al-
lowedasurbanhousepets. Soneurbenareas
which allow potbellies s pets do net=
females to be spayed. Howevc., s:acc far
rowing should not be allowed in c ban =as.
the concern about female aggression in de-
fe of newborns is tot applicable.)
IV. SHELTER/LIVING ENVIRON-
.I NT
Pscudorabies is a disease which is
maintained in an animal reservoir and is
transmissible to other mammals, but not to
man. Pseudorablics infection has not been
documented in humans. It is my understand.
ing chat pseudorablies is a herd infection of
pigs which are themainreservoirof thevints.
Other mammals are only sporadically in-
fected, usually as the result of consuming
contaminated taw pork. I believe that the
id -h level of concern over pseudorablies
among pe :sons dealing with pigs as a com-
mercial venture seems from the very real
the eat of economic loss due to diseased ani-
mals. However, that is no eoncem war.
ranted from the point of view of human
health.
M. T DIME2.A.`IEV i
Potbeities arc nen- aggressive by aa-
tu.-c. Their First msdnc: is to retreat from
strangers rather than attack. They usually
communicate with soft grants and therefore
do not present a distu:barce to neighbors.
They arc capable of vr.,i high decibel, loud
screaming squeais. However, these are re-
served to situations i1 which they are truly
frightened or sever: cl escained or abased in
some fashion.
Potbelly pigs arc naturally clean and
do not like to make their bathzoom in .he
same place they sleep or eat As lore.; as their
toilet area is kept tidy by their owners, they
will naturally use the samepiace in the yard,
or they can be rained m a litter box. Pigs are
far more readily house trained than dogs.
They •will indicate when they necd':o go out
or can use a "piggy" door.
In the house they will make their bed
in the place chosen for them (e.g., a sofaor a
basket). Their basic need is for shc!terirom
cold, mm. snow, s'.ee: rid hail In wi- -te. and
protection i-om heat -n summer. T ey also
need Eesh drinking watt:.
V. ROLE LY HUNLs.N a -.RGiC
SYNDRW,fES
Cogs and cats are allerg=ic due to
their fL (i.e., thick coat of fine hair) and
dander (small flakes of dead skit, plan light
enoug:: to float in ai:). Fominatciy, potbei-
Lies do roc h ave : a o: deride: ins the ;=-:hat
dogs rid cau do. Rat]r, patbellies have hair
and dandruff L1 the arse th a c pcop1a do. The
possibrliry of develop aLrgies to pe[bcliy
pets is quite remote, although more likely
than developing allr;ies to other people.
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Pet pigs
f '
What if there was a pot - bellied pig
in your exam room?
BY DONIEMCK J. CASlALDO, PhD
I ne vietnamese pot - bellied pig
is becoming increasingly pop-
ular as a pet. The relatively high
cost Of these animals, S>00-
51000 per animal (depending
on a;e and sex) motivates most
to seek proper veteri-
nary counseling and care.
P ot- bc!lied pigs are probably de.
cedents of pigs first cion ;esti-
cated about 6,000 years ago in
C In Indochina, the;: are
favored for their small size and sweet
meat.
vie :namese pot - bellied pigs reach
an adult weight of 60 -1 t0 pound,
and height of 12 -20 inches. The size
of pig is great!v influenced by the
diet and feeding program used dur-
ing its growth phase. However, own-
ers are cautioned not to atte ^jot to
limit size by severely undo feeding.
This m:ry lead to undesirable behav-
ioral characteristics or health prob-
lems. Pot - bellied pigs with smaller
than aye.-age body size could be se-
lected from lines of pigs with smal!
body size.
Tra ning
Pot - bellied pigs are intelligent and
can be trained. Training provides not
only mental stimulation, but also fos-
ters bonding with the owner. Offers
of treats or food can help in the train-
ing process. Pot- bellied pigs can be
house broken if the owners take them
outdoors on a routine basis — usually
(lie first thing in the morning and at
Or. Qtata(clo has a PbD in animal
science from Clemson (lnisclsity. He
is the editor of FEED :YGlt \!•iGGbf &VF
magazine, another It% - alt publication.
Toe asss:ancc of Dr. Lome 13. 13(ack-
burn and Kayla ,ifillf nn proutding
informctfion /or lb is a171cle grare-
fidly acknotc•Ic,Lged.
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four -hour intervals during the day,
especially after exercise.
Owners need to hold a piglet dil-
ferently than a puppy to make it com-
fortable. Pigs appear to be carried
most comfortably when one hard
cues the chin or throat and the other
hand suppors the beilz or rump.
Also, sows "taik" to their piglets and
therefore it is recommended that own-
ers talk to their pigs.
Housing
Pot - bellied pigs need a wamt sleelr
irg environment, because dicy ham
very little hair covering their bodies.
at- bellied pigs can he house broken
it the owners take them outdoors
on a routne basis.
Also• after playing in wet grass or
snow, an exremal heat source is es-
sential to prevent stress. !f the tear
at their bedding it's often becuse
they are uncomforable or cold. They
are trying to build a nest and they
reed more bedding. (In the wild,
the, burrow into deep !caves.)
.4; with moo adult animals. pct -
bcllicd pigs can tolerate cold tem-
per :uures bcitcr than heat. Pot.
!)CINCt! pis :Lppe:u' u, be comforta-
ble at 60 -w'1'. If d:cv :;rc kept out-
side the:• nurst he prov!ded :vith
shade a.. � :r¢cr during du da ant
insulated Lousing with warm com-
fortable bedding at night. Dog ions
make good pig h011sin' units.
Pigs like m be clean and cool. Be.
cause pigs an not perspire, a shal-
low pool (cot a mud wallow) should
be provided for the pigs to use dur-
ing !:et v: ea ;her. Pigs like to dig in
the din :o reduce stress. A mo[ing
--- continued on rage 71
There are now about 3,000 pet
pot- bellied Pigs in the Us, and
their Popularity is growing.
Pot-bellied pigs
area nr IV,j lillctl •,Nil L• ilia <;m h <.
i,cd Iol (hi, iturpo,r. A !tcd Io cu.sh-
inn their j..c :I.S hcih. ;o prevent :u'-
ilu'ills.
Nutrition and feeding
Pol- hcllicd pis were bled and
cvolvcd un :: dice of jungle Vegcta-
lion plants and food scl.IPs. There -
hey have different nutritional needs
than corn and the other ingredients
used in the tfiets of commercial meat-
type hogs.
lire, they have different nutritional
nt•cdS [hart corn and tits other in,re-
clients user! in the dictS of COEn,' r-
vial meat -tvpe hogs. .
Q or special pig diets
C:In he r :rde :'ed front feed dealers,
hrn \bvt'r it Inav he Several tucks
hc!irc an ort!cr d'art he tiled. ft is
rccontr»ended that [he feed be ob-
taincd hctore die pi" is purch:ISecl.
The re feeding rase for
hahy pigs is 1i3 -1/2 cup!�lay over
-4 !i•edin,S. The ration can he SLIP-
plcrttcnted with fruits and ve,etablcs.
Ur. Davit Schoneweis of sans ns State
Unn'rcSlty recommends dial feeding
Ile limited io .5 of the Pig's body
tvci,ht. Dr. I_ttvhorr, cautions ;hat
the crude Protein content of the rt-
don Should not be below 189 /0.
Bocly conutosi[ion should be men -
;[ored to de[eraine if die pigs are
It,,. fal nl' !ilil:. I' ,S :1:'C Iol l
Iheir b. ales, rib,. Shrndc!c;:S. :Intl ! II;',.
can nr.I be 101 f.;ke'%ViS1' Ihe•.' a;...
Too thin riot the I tt inc> ca n
or u'!t<•n tllc ;u is !L Ilt;ut 1'2 inch
flesh co, crl:tq dlc ribs.
Ur. Scluntcvacs % :Inns Ihat some
Plank. Such as dumbcanc, d;elle:l-
bacltia. Crtekleiir.s (Itvo Ieal Sr.I <•) .
and pi,tveed. c ::n Lc toxic ut I
hcllicd p .
Veterinary care
Vaccinations Follow close on the
label for :mv size Pi, (see box. p.
Intestate movement: Pot- bc!liud
pigs are subject to the s :nnc USD:\
.requirements US conunerc;::l pigs. in-
tersetc movement gcna'a!It' rcc{uir
a hcatll ccair;catc and tc;tin, fir
Bnrc'ellosis and Pseudor. :hics.
Tusk trimming: Tu ma•,' de-
vciop on ito:rs or barrow,. Pnr su(cty
re:Isons, these [LIS I S should be re-
moved! or [ rimmed. :1 % : :uterone (StrcS-
;Nil O, Pitman Moore) is a good pig
tranquilizer. Tlt :.: recon;ntenc!ed dose
is I ntg./Ib., but this dose C:ut be
doubled for deeper sedation. Cut t!le
tusks near the gum line w h obstec-
r'cal n•Ire or:r IMCksaw ;Ind then fi!c
smooch Willi a Dre: let , Moto =tool
A .
Anesthesia: Kettuuine U%I, 10 -15
;s aduqu:nc for shot, Proce-
dures or in preparation for intuh:I-
[ion.
rialodtar.c Or ISUIlUmne ffiv mask
:.I rr.<La:::cheal :ui,cl :n'r other on-
li .Ir.. hu;:h;;Iion is n¢,r t•di0icult •.vith
1 %uI- b.,i!ic ; f pis that, ;I is with dogs
I:ItTII' :IT I
r. :u•,hI ,:n behind �Lc , :iisial soft p : ;l-
:uc. Slron, lar :n-
,cal .parr: and nccd h., he .aprayec(
"Oh Cr, : :c :inc Prior r„ alts :»pt;ng
inlulrti<.It. A 5 ;tn;:. ;uhc is more
th:ut arlcgtcltt' in pigs LIP to 40
p..i :a't. :: ;rid a 6 stn :. Ic;,c will work
li.r uv nl is r,cr pis.
Inhilven,ns St: rit:Ii ; :r :� :aantine card
:Ii,;. be used —if vote C:::: find :m ;;o-
ccs,ihle paipher'll vci:: Pat- belie :s
IIa L'C t Qn small cars a::d C:u' ve;rs.
hit they do h:tn'c a polvmkiliv useful
vein umr dtc c'arpuS gust medial to
the ntidlinc.
Far l \• <::Ihc0.•rs. it iS u(tcn difficult
.o find ::n ::dcyuatc t'ci;:.'File jugui:Ir
:arc s;:rrounc!c - .i I :.: great Ce::i
••' :`.:!
:!: ' :in, •...,.: tilcnl is
at- bellies have very small ears and
ear veins, but they do have a
Potentially useful vein over the
carpus just medial to the midFine.
ch:Ii!en,e. A cut down, can be used:
to ccnose the leg veins. Howcvc..
Huse ces,c!s are very deco.
Eves In some pot- be!!icd pigs, the
l:acal eyelashes of the upper eyelid
Thlril. pet —,n0t pork
Att�tllde adjdstme�t s r
°=} r
P ot belhed!p area yo 3rouflco when'treat General
b:ghtia;thalotofpeo
or
uifmacio n:
ag belied ,pigs
pie right no There aie, Tnese Pigs are peis and 'f<ayla Mull . • _
Tole: g14/SS2 -203',
versit of hlrssoun)
now approximately 8000, their owners want them .Creatures'of Comfort
Lorrie
in the US .Foc.vartous rear [o. hve �a long [true This .2334 Har-me; -Ave
B Blackbu DV
10951: Meads Ave.'"= °�_•
sons they ray not reacEr' aftecrs.- creatmerit. deer -'Bute X08 .. ::
die level of o ulan at -, lions com o CA 9
.; ?",
Orange, CA 92669
compare to other : -1Nrco , ll60 ,
rained fatelP � fe e rs''W hV Tele : 71- ir3y -_33_
esou
Telc: 714/997 - 3686.. ' •
[m[menCForee Y
But, dtc rpcpulanry s sall ample "'Dr. Ld' " 'Black xKrts:Bn r
Bruce Law MS DVM
-
growing bum, a "pracnonec in.Oi 'Far3dise Pigs
Nfedical'Sciences' Ubmry'.-
Ad t tse your'chenes to.' . rge Cahforrua •reoons ' �r O "Box - S09S
Office fi0v
'Texas
exam;actttcirlfesrylebe . utt[ g .�bout'$1 X00 :Durango,CO8130f'
p
fore deciding to buy
A °gilt UniVeary
College Station, i
one taro, tieaimg: ,t� o .pot - , ;` Tele :303 /247 - ] 444
'these animals can reach'.' :bellied'pgsthat 'VCtcrinary
TX 77843
Tile.- 109/S45 - >3
;'see mi intorma
an adult weigh[ of 100 poison :" - -'lion:
David A. Schor.cweis,
_
Pounds or more. Their ;,•. •- .• '"
care requires a substan- r + - - - %r'iiliarn Braun, DV :M
+ s
DV91
CollcgcofVeielinarlMed-
tial conttniunent beyond Uani�G - " North Ame.ican Pot -;3cl-
icinc
Chat oC tradit;onal ets. -' • ' m lied Pig Association
P For more inforation
K :utstrs State Universi ty
on PO Box 784
It's important to adjust p p igs : igs: Columbia.:NIO
�lanitarun, KS 665J6
65205
ITT VE IIAMNAIUAN it -Al t;l ? ; : °i9n 1 !
Pot- bellied pigs
%kill 1)erunte cn1]'a{)pe(I under tllc
lower lid. Upon yui(k c.e:inlinali(m.
tine \v(iuld :ISSUntc Ih;u an crnnq]am
mss prcxcnt :Intl wr]uld cxpcu 011.
[sell irrit:ttinn and rc:lt1wn. I p
Illo(C C :a'cful c.e:unin;uit'n. htt%'nrr.
sonic tulinttds %kill halve Icl,hc, el;.
P at - bellied pigs like to dig in the dirt
to reduce stress.
Iranpud I�tr :tit extended perintl ul
lithe and Weser .hn•.c :utc \tiniest
,i•.,n, ( It .Ippe:11, 111;1; 111c
1:1 :uc Ili :wins tin ;I hint ttlICa r,
::nC! .Irt' ntil :altctll\ :II o.N.l,l %kith
!.':e ( :�rnr :: ant! Ihkt kltuc .iro ,.�u.: n•,
nn Ittin ur (I :u n. r,c u I i, kw No d
nlhcr rca"m�. dlo 16i,itur, L:.L,�.
nt he .in : :,hcd u:il.na ao,l ini,1
llaxSihly inl,ihit healing.
'I'llc,C pis, m;n' nso cshihil :ut
e.xre, :icc hn,%vn lc:lrin %06(11 is re-
,ptnt,i%Q to or,11 \'ilan,in li ( I00-2UU
II Jac). The \iunnin 1-: trc ::uncut i>
IVC1 III INCIldt'd pri(tr to sursical :a-
Icntpls In Ircal ant\' eve lash prop.
cn l,.
Skits One of dtc mot : :'nnlnlun
pnthlcol, in pol- hclliccl pig> is d:ut-
drull. CSI%' :c : :n :titd %v:ucr un their
,kin help,. I'nnr yu:llil% feed C:11I
Caine Jandntll. 'I'hek 1.trvI\ h.lcc dtc
pnthlem %hen Ihek ,et enough
srccn. in div I„nn nl p;l,nn'c. ;111101.1.
\nr srvkn Iruil, and I'ruri-
nt, •.k ith chA' dcnu;lmi 111:1\ he intli,.
alnc ..f al.tngc. \rrt n'din•,
L. Ill. Rni,r L.:%lumt :u Ilic less.
I Gl li ltl I:q tail: hr Ilp,d ;t ;rk::l
lisp•„ PV
AVM starting salaries
In i(s 1989,uIAL -v un c:Ilploknu•nl
:Intl st:lrlins >alarics lot kcivrin:n)'
nu'di :ins sr. :c!ualcx. the:\n;urican Vcl-
crin:u \' \IcdiC:a : \s,nc'i :n ion (Ia. <si(icd
the sraduatcs ac'c't n'(lins st 1)I:I C'tiCc
type and akcntse >en�ins ,:da n':
• 1 ) 1"•, cnly ^;d plvdnmin:utl ,nrlll
allim:d practice <Iiw:tn act : :lse ,I:nt-
ias ,al:ut of S_i, -iL.
tall :ut-
inlal pl :lk Iit'v tI :It :I I-,c 4:1 r1 i1:p
,:Il:u\' t fl 2 ;.S, I
. I I .. vrticrvd rill\"•.! p1:1(li(c•
II,I :n) :r\er:I•,c
S' i VP 1.
.111 Ball ln❑ 'altar t tl t ;2H
to
dull% h.:,! .... : :\ri :r� :' ..:!.0 of
Vaccination
schedules
Gilt- a /Sowti
mmiwAQv
0 I/2 mos.
Vacc'inatc for > -% :ay Icntu. c:\•sipelas and p:irvorN irus \with FarrowSure®(N.orc'.en) or
%kill 1)erunte cn1]'a{)pe(I under tllc
lower lid. Upon yui(k c.e:inlinali(m.
tine \v(iuld :ISSUntc Ih;u an crnnq]am
mss prcxcnt :Intl wr]uld cxpcu 011.
[sell irrit:ttinn and rc:lt1wn. I p
Illo(C C :a'cful c.e:unin;uit'n. htt%'nrr.
sonic tulinttds %kill halve Icl,hc, el;.
P at - bellied pigs like to dig in the dirt
to reduce stress.
Iranpud I�tr :tit extended perintl ul
lithe and Weser .hn•.c :utc \tiniest
,i•.,n, ( It .Ippe:11, 111;1; 111c
1:1 :uc Ili :wins tin ;I hint ttlICa r,
::nC! .Irt' ntil :altctll\ :II o.N.l,l %kith
!.':e ( :�rnr :: ant! Ihkt kltuc .iro ,.�u.: n•,
nn Ittin ur (I :u n. r,c u I i, kw No d
nlhcr rca"m�. dlo 16i,itur, L:.L,�.
nt he .in : :,hcd u:il.na ao,l ini,1
llaxSihly inl,ihit healing.
'I'llc,C pis, m;n' nso cshihil :ut
e.xre, :icc hn,%vn lc:lrin %06(11 is re-
,ptnt,i%Q to or,11 \'ilan,in li ( I00-2UU
II Jac). The \iunnin 1-: trc ::uncut i>
IVC1 III INCIldt'd pri(tr to sursical :a-
Icntpls In Ircal ant\' eve lash prop.
cn l,.
Skits One of dtc mot : :'nnlnlun
pnthlcol, in pol- hclliccl pig> is d:ut-
drull. CSI%' :c : :n :titd %v:ucr un their
,kin help,. I'nnr yu:llil% feed C:11I
Caine Jandntll. 'I'hek 1.trvI\ h.lcc dtc
pnthlem %hen Ihek ,et enough
srccn. in div I„nn nl p;l,nn'c. ;111101.1.
\nr srvkn Iruil, and I'ruri-
nt, •.k ith chA' dcnu;lmi 111:1\ he intli,.
alnc ..f al.tngc. \rrt n'din•,
L. Ill. Rni,r L.:%lumt :u Ilic less.
I Gl li ltl I:q tail: hr Ilp,d ;t ;rk::l
lisp•„ PV
AVM starting salaries
In i(s 1989,uIAL -v un c:Ilploknu•nl
:Intl st:lrlins >alarics lot kcivrin:n)'
nu'di :ins sr. :c!ualcx. the:\n;urican Vcl-
crin:u \' \IcdiC:a : \s,nc'i :n ion (Ia. <si(icd
the sraduatcs ac'c't n'(lins st 1)I:I C'tiCc
type and akcntse >en�ins ,:da n':
• 1 ) 1"•, cnly ^;d plvdnmin:utl ,nrlll
allim:d practice <Iiw:tn act : :lse ,I:nt-
ias ,al:ut of S_i, -iL.
tall :ut-
inlal pl :lk Iit'v tI :It :I I-,c 4:1 r1 i1:p
,:Il:u\' t fl 2 ;.S, I
. I I .. vrticrvd rill\"•.! p1:1(li(c•
II,I :n) :r\er:I•,c
S' i VP 1.
.111 Ball ln❑ 'altar t tl t ;2H
to
dull% h.:,! .... : :\ri :r� :' ..:!.0 of
Vaccination
schedules
Gilt- a /Sowti
0 I/2 mos.
Vacc'inatc for > -% :ay Icntu. c:\•sipelas and p:irvorN irus \with FarrowSure®(N.orc'.en) or
S \vlvas -80 (Pilm:ln Moore). Also use L. bralWavet (Norden). Miccinate for ldemopbilrrs
Ph",1'n /)ucumonia I HIIP) with rnCU @(SChcring). '
1 7 I/2 nos.
Rcpc:n \':ICCilruiuns "ivcn ;n 6 1/2 mos. Breed aftrr second vaccination.
4 -6 •.vcrks prit:r
\LcCin :tic R)r /:. Cali with I.Ittvr -',L rd- lT2)(Norcicn) or Moore).
Io Carl
\'a('cm;uc li,r'('G li %k Lill TGIi- EfflUnec7(OXfOrcD.
%'ccks prior
licne:a %%wo aunn> gi\en ! -6 weeks prior ,o f.inowing. Once a fe :naie Itas be::n
to I :Irrmving
%NC611:11e•d ;vice• prior to I :Irrowin, these samr. vaccinations for her may only hu
needed 2 %vccks prior :u sill)Scuuenc t:Irrowings. Consul[ vaccine directions fO:
,11th in>truc'tions.
5 l \tcks post
�
\;ICCilta to Irlr l - \V :Iy ICI)In + L. bralislal C narVovilus.:n:d HIT.
I:Irlm\ ntg
pigs are wcnllud
Boars
6 1,2 : ?lU>.
\;;t I:1:Ite IUI' -R::\ !CITfU i.. i)fCli tSlCl('<(. CM1 "Slnl" :: < :InCI p:I r.'U'•'1 a:.i. V-
I 11T and l Gl:.
7 1/'2 mos.
Repeal vaccin :mops given :a 6 1/2 ntos. GSe for brecciing :utc: scconcl vaccira :ions. !
F.v'cry 6 ntos.
I
Rcnc:n vacdn aprons giv n ::t 6 1 /2 months of :iee.
Pigs
I 3-10 days of ale
V;ta'in ;tic Itir'fGF..
6 -; wks. of age
Repeat TGl vac'c'ination. Vaccinate for HPP and ervslpehls. Noce d ? a[ vaCCU)a ❑ ^"
inure(:i:ilQh' ;Iftur weaning (•.c'ithin a week a poor titre fur imn:cni :v de•:e!cnment. I
-1I wks. of:wc
9
Renc:n vaicinstions for HIT and etysinclas.
! Note that am: new he. :Idclitions should he isui::tcd Iron, the rest Of the head for 30 - days and (CSted for
impomint discasus not alrcadv in d:c herd.
I You al%vays need to
i.solale (for 30 -60 chiy,) :dl new arrivals or pigs returning from 011ie. locations •.vitedter
or not you blood test
for all these cliscases. If the breccling animals in isolation are old enough to s :a:: ;heir
vacc:Micluns, St:trl them
whiie the,• arc in isoi:;iion.
It is possible than atrophic r!t.'aitis vaccine tit :lc need to he included into a routine program but I hnve nul I
I seen a real need for this
so tar.
Source: Muce Llwhom,
pv.\1, ,\IS, Vet. Quarterly Review, Fall and Summer, 1959, Texas A&M - Univ..
Ve ;urinary Medic al Admit. Bldg -101. College Scuic, TX 77543.
I
%kill 1)erunte cn1]'a{)pe(I under tllc
lower lid. Upon yui(k c.e:inlinali(m.
tine \v(iuld :ISSUntc Ih;u an crnnq]am
mss prcxcnt :Intl wr]uld cxpcu 011.
[sell irrit:ttinn and rc:lt1wn. I p
Illo(C C :a'cful c.e:unin;uit'n. htt%'nrr.
sonic tulinttds %kill halve Icl,hc, el;.
P at - bellied pigs like to dig in the dirt
to reduce stress.
Iranpud I�tr :tit extended perintl ul
lithe and Weser .hn•.c :utc \tiniest
,i•.,n, ( It .Ippe:11, 111;1; 111c
1:1 :uc Ili :wins tin ;I hint ttlICa r,
::nC! .Irt' ntil :altctll\ :II o.N.l,l %kith
!.':e ( :�rnr :: ant! Ihkt kltuc .iro ,.�u.: n•,
nn Ittin ur (I :u n. r,c u I i, kw No d
nlhcr rca"m�. dlo 16i,itur, L:.L,�.
nt he .in : :,hcd u:il.na ao,l ini,1
llaxSihly inl,ihit healing.
'I'llc,C pis, m;n' nso cshihil :ut
e.xre, :icc hn,%vn lc:lrin %06(11 is re-
,ptnt,i%Q to or,11 \'ilan,in li ( I00-2UU
II Jac). The \iunnin 1-: trc ::uncut i>
IVC1 III INCIldt'd pri(tr to sursical :a-
Icntpls In Ircal ant\' eve lash prop.
cn l,.
Skits One of dtc mot : :'nnlnlun
pnthlcol, in pol- hclliccl pig> is d:ut-
drull. CSI%' :c : :n :titd %v:ucr un their
,kin help,. I'nnr yu:llil% feed C:11I
Caine Jandntll. 'I'hek 1.trvI\ h.lcc dtc
pnthlem %hen Ihek ,et enough
srccn. in div I„nn nl p;l,nn'c. ;111101.1.
\nr srvkn Iruil, and I'ruri-
nt, •.k ith chA' dcnu;lmi 111:1\ he intli,.
alnc ..f al.tngc. \rrt n'din•,
L. Ill. Rni,r L.:%lumt :u Ilic less.
I Gl li ltl I:q tail: hr Ilp,d ;t ;rk::l
lisp•„ PV
AVM starting salaries
In i(s 1989,uIAL -v un c:Ilploknu•nl
:Intl st:lrlins >alarics lot kcivrin:n)'
nu'di :ins sr. :c!ualcx. the:\n;urican Vcl-
crin:u \' \IcdiC:a : \s,nc'i :n ion (Ia. <si(icd
the sraduatcs ac'c't n'(lins st 1)I:I C'tiCc
type and akcntse >en�ins ,:da n':
• 1 ) 1"•, cnly ^;d plvdnmin:utl ,nrlll
allim:d practice <Iiw:tn act : :lse ,I:nt-
ias ,al:ut of S_i, -iL.
tall :ut-
inlal pl :lk Iit'v tI :It :I I-,c 4:1 r1 i1:p
,:Il:u\' t fl 2 ;.S, I
. I I .. vrticrvd rill\"•.! p1:1(li(c•
II,I :n) :r\er:I•,c
S' i VP 1.
.111 Ball ln❑ 'altar t tl t ;2H
to
dull% h.:,! .... : :\ri :r� :' ..:!.0 of
0
e-
8895 N. 1 -25
CASTLE ROCK, CO. 80104
(303) 790 -8009
(303)790 -0232
PIGS: FACTS AND FICTION
HOUSE BREAKING
Yes pigs can be house broken and yes they can use a litter box. This dces
not mean, however, that when you buy your pig it will automatically be house
broken. The key word here is training. Even if a pig, or piglet, is already using
a litter box, or going out side, just the confusion of a new home and people can
have a drastic affect and cause accidents. Be patient and be prepared. If your
looking for a pet that will never make a mistake get a fish!
BITING
Pigs, by nature, are non aggressive. This does not mean that one will
never bite. Any animal, if abused or mistreated, can easily be frightened and my
bite out of what it feels is self defense. It is important to know the difference
between biting and nipping. If someone is ever nipped by a pig it may be hard to
convince them that the pig wasn't biting but the cause of each event are very
different. Bitting is from fear and won't happen with a well treated, well adjusted
pig. Nipping is a cause of being weaned to soon and separation from mother and
siblings doesn't allow the piglet to learn correct social behavior. This can be
avoided by insuring that your piglet is at least 6 weeks old before purchase and
that it was not weaned before 4 to 5 weeks.
sa=
(30
GO 101
2
The Dot- bellied pig originated in China from wild boars that were
dcmL-st.icat.ed in the 10t.h century. They spread through -cut southeast Asia.
where 'they were used as food and kept as pets. In the 1950's they were
exporter.' tc Sweden for a rare animal exhibition. From Sweden several pigs
wer< taker: to Canada and then on to the United States.
POT - BELLIED PIGS AS PETS
The pot- bellied pig is the Pet.ef the future. Sometimes called the
"Yuvpi Puppy" they are intelligent, well mannered, and easy to care for.
Pot- bellied pigs don't smell or shed and are very affectionate, always ready
to lie down -For- a quick scratch or a belly rub.
The pot - bellied pig has the mentality of a five year old child and is
ext:enlely easy to train. With a little iccd, practice, and patience ,cu can
have your- pet pig walking on a leash and doing tricks within a ccumle of
hours.
You are worried about size, the pot- bellied pig is truly a miniature
pig. They range in height front 12 to IS incises and weigh anywhere from 30 to
E0 pounds.
Pot - bellied pigs are easy and economical to feed. They are content with
about one cup of miniature pig chow per day plus lots of veggies. But if you
want to make your pet pig really happy let the little fellow nibble on your
lawn for a couple of hours a day.
Pct - bellied pigs make wonderful pets. With loving care they will be your
comcanicn for 15 to 201 years. All in all a better pet is hard to find.
HISTORY OF THE POT- BELLIED PIG
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MEMORANDUM
TO: GLEN GIDLEY AND ROBERT MIDDAUGH
FROM: GERALD E. DAHL
DATE: JANUARY 8, 1996
RE: POTBELLIED PIGS
I have added a section to the ordinance on potbellied
pigs to coordinate the change to-Section 4- 14(d)(1) with Section
26- 18(B)(3), which currently prohibits swine in the A -1 zone
dietrict. Section 26 -35 makes this prohibition applicable in all
other districts except the A -2 district. I have also dropped the
term Vietnamese, preferring the more generic "potbellied pigs."
The enclosed (revised) version of the memo and ordinance .
should be forwarded to the Animal Control Commission and substi-
tuted for the ones sent to you on December 20.
i
Thanks for your help.
GID \510]7\ 119].1
i JAM -08 -1996 12:01 Gorsuch Klrgls L.L.C.
EMORANDUM
TO: ANIMAL CONTROL COMMISSION
CC: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: GERALD DAHL, CITY ATTORNEY
DATE: JANUARY 8, 1996
303 298 0215 P.003ie05
RE: AMENDMENT TO CODE OF LAWS REGARDING EXOTIC ANIMALS
At its regular meeting bn December 11, the City Council
directed me to prepare, for your review and recommendation, an
: -. - •- -\ordinance amending the Code of Laws to reclassify potbellied pigs
as ' "exotic" animals, rather than the (current) domestic animals.
A conforming change is made to the Zoning Chapter at Section 26 -18.
As you know, this change will permit the Commission, under section
4 -14(a) and-(b), to approve potbellied pigs as exemptions to the
prohibition on the keeping of exotic animals, for successive 12
month periods.
The Council would appreciate any comments you have
regarding both the concept and the language of this draft.
GEU \5107 \100170.1
JAN -08 -1996 12:01 Gorsuch Klrg(s L.L.C.
303 298 0215 P.004 /006
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO
INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
Council Bill No.
Ordinance No.
Series of 19.96
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF LAWS TO DEFINE
AND CLASSIFY POTBELLIED PIGS AS EXOTIC ANIMALS
WHEREAS, Chapter 4 of the Code of Laws classifies swine as
domestic animals; and
WHEREAS, the Council wishes to classify potbellied pigs
(currently included as a class of swine) as exotic animals.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE,
COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1 . Subsection 4- 14(d)(1) of the Wheat Ridge Code of
Laws is hereby amended as follows[
(1) The following are domestic animals:
Aquarium fishes.
Psitocine birds, aviary finches, etc., farm
birds (ducks, geese, swans, poultry).
Domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus Cuniculus).
Mongolian' gerbil (Merlones unguicularus).
Guinea pig (Cavia Porceilus).
Hamster (Musorcriectus Auratus)
Domestic laboratory mouse (Mus Domesticus).
Domestic laboratory rat (Rattus Rattus Albino
Strain).
Domestic cat (Felix Catus) .
Domestic dog (Canis Familiaris).
Domestic livestock, including but not limited
to: Horses, cattle, sheep, goats, swine
(EXCEPT POTBELLIED pigs, WHICH SHALL BE
•CONSIDERED EXOTIC ANIMALS) , mules donkeys,
burros, llamas, honeybees.
, S ection 2 . Subsection 26- 18(B)(3) of the Wheat Ridge Code of
Laws is hereby amended;as follows: I
Sec. 26-18. Agricultural -One District (A-1).
(B) Permitted Principal Uses No
building or land shall be used and no building
shall be hereafter erected, converted or
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JAN -08 -1996 12:02 Gorsuch Kirgis L.L.C. 303 293 0215 P.e05 /e06
structurally altered unless otherwise provided
herein except for one (1) or more of the
following uses:
(3) General farming and the raising or
keeping of stock, bee keeping, poultry or
small animals such as rabbits or chinchillas.
The raising or keeping of swine is prohibited
[EXCEPT POTBELLIED PIGS, WHICH SHALL BE CON-
SIDERED EXOTIC ANIMALS PURSUANT TO SECTION
4- 14(d) (1) AND MAY BE PERMITTED BY THE ANIMAL
CONTROL COMMISSION PURSUANT TO SECTION 4 -14(a)
AND (b)J.
Section I . Safety Clause The City Council hereby finds,
determines, and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated under
the general police power of the City of Wheat Ridge, that it is
promulgated for the health, safety, and welfare of the public and
that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health and
safety and for the protection of public convenience and welfare.
The City Council further determines that the Ordinance bears a
rational relation to the proper legislative object sought to be
attained.'
Section 4 . $everability I£ any clause, sentence, paragraph,
or part of this Ordinance or Application thereof to any person or
circumstances shall for any reason be judged by a court of
competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect,
impair or invalidate the 'remainder of this Ordinance or its
application to other persons or circumstances.
Section 5 . Effective Date This Ordinance shall take effect
fifteen days after final publication.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote of
on this day of 1996, ordered
published n full in a newspaper of general circulation in the City
of Wheat' Ridge and Public Hearing and consideration on final
passage set for , 1996, at 7:00 o'clock p.m., in the
Council Chambers, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
READ, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final
reading by a vote of _ to _, this day of
1996.
SIGNED by the Mayor on this day of
DAN WILDE, MAYOR
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MEMORANDUM
TO: GLEN GIDLEY AND ROBERT MIDDAUGH
FROM: GERALD E. DAHL
DATE: DECEMBER 20, 1995
RE: AMENDMENT TO CODE OF LAWS REGARDING EXOTIC ANIMALS
Here is the requested ordinance. Council directed that
it first be reviewed by the Commission. If you can schedule it, I
will be happy to attend.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: ANIMAL CONTROL COMMISSION
CC: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: GERALD DAHL, CITY ATTORNEY
DATE: DECEMBER 20, 1995
RE: AMENDMENT TO CODE OF LAWS REGARDING EXOTIC ANIMALS
At its regular meeting on December 11, the City Council
directed me to prepare, for your review and recommendation, an
ordinance amending the Code of Laws to reclassify Vietnamese
potbellied pigs as "exotic" animals, rather than the (current)
domestic animals. As you know, this change will permit the
Commission, under section 4 -14(a) and (b), to approve potbellied
pigs as exemptions to the prohibition on the keeping of exotic
animals, for successive 12 month periods.
The Council would appreciate any comments you have
regarding both the concept and the language of this draft.
GEG \53027\140370.1
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE,
INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
Council Bill No. _
Ordinance No.
COLORADO
Series of 1996
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 4 OF THE CODE OF LAWS
TO DEFINE AND CLASSIFY VIETNAMESE POTBELLIED PIGS
AS EXOTIC ANIMALS
WHEREAS, Chapter 4 of the Code of Laws classifies swine as
domestic animals; and
WHEREAS, the Council wishes to classify Vietnamese potbellied
pigs (currently included as a class of swine) as exotic animals.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE,
COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1 . Subsection 4- 14(d)(1) of the wheat Ridge Code of
Laws is hereby amended as follows:
(1) The following are domestic animals:
Aquarium fishes.
Psitocine birds, aviary finches, etc., farm
birds (ducks, geese, swans, poultry).
Domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus Cuniculus).
Mongolian gerbil (Meriones Unguicularus).
Guinea pig (Cavia Porceilus) .
Hamster (Musorcriectus Auratus).
Domestic laboratory mouse (Mus Domesticus).
Domestic laboratory rat ( Rattus Rattus Albino
Strain).
Domestic cat (Felis Catus).
Domestic dog (Canis Familiaris).
Domestic livestock, including but not limited
to: Horses, cattle, sheep, goats, swine
(EXCEPT VIETNAMESE POTBELLIED pigs, WHICH
SHALL BE CONSIDERED EXOTIC ANIMALS) , mules
donkeys, burros, llamas, honeybees.
Section 2 . Safety Clause The City Council hereby finds,
determines, and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated under
the general police power of the City of Wheat Ridge, that it is
promulgated for the health, safety, and welfare of the public and
that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health and
safety and for the protection of public convenience and welfare.
The City Council further determines that the Ordinance bears a
rational relation to the proper legislative object sought to be
attained.
GED \53027 \140385.1
Section 3 . Severability If any clause, sentence, paragraph,
or part of this Ordinance or Application thereof to any person or
circumstances shall for any reason be judged by a court of
competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect,
impair or invalidate the remainder of this Ordinance or its
application to other persons or circumstances.
Section 4 . This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen days
after final publication.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote of
to on this day of 1 1996, ordered
published in full in a newspaper of general circulation in the City
of Wheat Ridge and Public Hearing and consideration on final
passage set for , 1996, at 7:00 o'clock p.m., in the
Council Chambers, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
READ, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final
reading by a vote of _ to this day of
1996.
SIGNED by the Mayor on this day of
ATTEST:
WANDA SANG, CITY CLERK
1st Publication:
2nd Publication:
Wheat Ridge Sentinel
Effective Date:
DAN WILDE, MAYOR
19_
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY CITY
ATTORNEY
GERALD E. DAHL, CITY ATTORNEY
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THE NEXT MEETING OF THE ANIMAL COMMISSION MEETING
WILL BE HELD TDIESDAY, MARCH 19, 1996 AT 7: 00 PM IN
THE COONCIL CHAMBERS.
SEE YOU THERE!!!
ANIMAL CONTROL COMMISSION MINUTES
January 16, 1996
PRESENT:
Dr. William Trefz, Chairperson; Dr. Darrel Norgren; Karin Heine;
Louise Turner; Debby Mauldin; Bea Slingsby; Joseph Ashker; Nick
Fisher; Michelle Stodden.
ABSENT:
Dr. Robert Hilsenroth, Advisor; Bruce McIntyre.
CALL TO ORDER:
Meeting was called to order by Dr. Trefz. Minutes of the November
21, 1995 meeting were approved.
OLD BIISINESS:
The resident with the paragrin falcon has moved from the City. No
exotic permit necessary.
No new beaver dams reported.
Nick has been unable to contact the resident regarding her ongoing
geese problem Nick to continue trying to contact her and invite
her to a meeting.
The dog poisoning case has been continued until January 19th.
Inspections on the exotic permit request submitted by Isaiah
Phillips on his snakes has been completed. Bea Slingsby made a
motion to approve the permit. Motion seconded by Debby Mauldin,
motion approved.
Louise Turner reported that six foxes have disappeared in the Lena
Gulch area. Unknown if they are being trapped or what the case may
be.
NEW BIISINESS:
Two new exotic permits on ferrets were received. In both cases
A.P.E.O. became aware of their existence due to bites. Bea
volunteered to go on the inspections. Nick to present the bite
reports prior to approval of the permits.
At its regular meeting on December 11, the City Council directed
Gerald Dahl, City Attorney, to prepare for the Animal Control
Commission for their review and recommendation an ordinance
amending the Code of Laws to reclassify Vietnamese pot - bellied pigs
as "exotic" animals . Recently a resident was told to remove her
pot - bellied pig from the City due to the zoning ordinance
prohibiting swine in the City. The Commission heard from residents,
concerned citizens, owners and from a rescue group. After the
discussion it was decided that the Commission would research and
review information prior to making a recommendation. This will be
done at the March meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned.
Dr. William TrefZ hairperson Michelle Stodden, Secretary
MEMORANDUM of w eq
0
To: Nick Fisher/ APEO m
From: Susan Ellis/ Code Enforcement
Re: Pot - bellied Pigs ° o oRPO
Date: 1 -22 -96
4
It has come to my attention that the issue of allowing pot - bellied pigs as an exotic animal
within the City of Wheat Ridge will soon be discussed at the Animal Control Commission
meeting.
would like to inform you of the problems Code Enforcement has observed and complaints
we have received from neighbors and other citizens regarding this issue.
Code Enforcement has received approximately 12 complaints regarding pot - bellied pigs over
the last 5 years. Of those 12 complaints 8 of the pig owners were found to be in violation
of numerous other ordinances. Several were issued summons to court because of the lack
of response to the Warning Notices. One owner requested a variance to keep the pig and
was denied because of the strong neighborhood opposition.
Code Enforcement has found in every case investigated, where the pig was sheltered
outside, that the shelter /pen was placed as far away from the owners main residence as it
could be. In many cases the shelter /pen was closer to the neighbors home than it was the
pig owners home, thus creating more of a nuisance for the neighbors than the owner.
Please find below a list of the type of complaints received through Code Enforcement and
violations found to exist on the properties.
Complaints: Foul odors, smell of urine, insects, rodents, noise from the animal, the
pig chewing through fences, shrubbery and cables, excessive amount of
feces, the food fed to the animal creating a foul odor, neglect, obesity,
other dogs trying to harm it, mud, and holes dug in the yard.
Violations: Condition of property found to be unhealthy, condition of property found
to be offensive, poor condition of enclosure, liquid discharge, accum-
ulation of manure, accumulation of organic materials, property an attraction
to insects and rodents, stale matter, condition of property creating a public
nuisance and setback requirements for enclosure.
Code Enforcement has found some pot - bellied pig owners to be responsible pet owners, .
however they are the minority. Many of these cases have created neighborhood battles
because of the nuisances the pig has caused and the lack of responsibility on the owners
part.
It is the opinion of Code Enforcement that if pot - bellied pigs were allowed in the city, strict
regulations and permits should be imposed. Some of the regulations should include,
weight limitations, maintenance of enclosure or premises and location of enclosure.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 235 -2845.
WHEAT RIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
To: Animal Control Commission Members
From: Nick Fisher, Animal Park Enforcement Supervisor
Subject: Pot - bellied Pig information
Date: February 6, 1996
Con- " )O
Commission Members,
Enclosed please find information provided to the commission by Connie Nelson of
Wilderness Ranch. I have also included a memo from Susan Ellis of Code
Enforcement regarding pot - bellied pig complaints that they have responded to and
the nature of the complaints. 1 will forward other information to the commission
regarding this issue as soon as 1 receive it. If any commission member has pot-
bellied pig information please forward it to me as soon as possible so that 1 can
distribute it to all commission members.
Also 1 would like to notify you that 1 have spoke with Marilyn Hartshorn the
resident who would like to discuss her problems with geese on Henry Lake at 35th
and Everett St. 1 invited Marilyn to the Tuesday, March 19th meeting to discuss
this issue as well. Please call me if you have any questions regarding the
information in the packet or if you have information you would like the
commission to review at 235 -2920.
Thanks,
Nick
APR -10 -1996 15:01
GOSUCHKIRGIS L.L.C.
3032980215 P.001i004
1'
GORSUCH KIRGIS L.L.C.
Attorneys at Law
1401 17th Street, #1100
Denver, Colorado 80202
Telephone: (303) 299 -8900
Fax: (303) 298 -0215
TO:
OF:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
ENCLOSURE(S):
GLEN GIDLEY, PLANNING DIRECTOR
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO
ROBERT WIDNER 299 -8942
April 10, 1996
POTBELLIED PIGS
MEMORANDUM, DRAFT MEMO TO CC
MESSAGE: PLEASE SEE MEMORANDUM
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APR -10 -1996 15:02 GOSUCHKIRGIS L.L.C. 3032980215 P.002i004
TO:
CC:
FROM:
DATE:
RE:
MEMORANDUM
GLEN GIDLEY, PLANNING DIRECTOR
NICK FISHER, ANIMAL PARKS ENFORCEMENT UNIT
GERALD E. DAHL
ROBERT C. wIDNER, GORSUCH KIRGIS L.L.C.
APRIL 10, 1996
POTBELLIED PIG REGULATIONS; MEMORANDUM
The attached memorandum is a DRAFT for your review. I have
attempted to briefly summarize the alternative regulation to the
ACC's recommendation as proposed by the planning staff. Glen, if
my description of the alternative is incorrect, please let me know.
Jerry Dahl has asked that you review the memorandum and provide to
me your comments and feedback. My direct dial number is 299 -8942.
Nick, what do you think about the ACC considering the planning
staff's alternative at their next meeting?
If you prefer a different mechanism for presenting this to the
Council, please advise me or Jerry.
APR -10 -1996 15:02 GOSUCHKIRGIS L.L.C. 3032980215 P.003i004
MEMORANDUM
TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: GERALD E. DAHL DRAFT
ROBERT C_ WIDNER
DATE: APRIL 10, 1996
RE: POTBELLIED PIGS
As you will recall, the City Council referred to the Animal
Control Commission (ACC) a proposed amendment to the Code of Laws
to address the future regulation of potbellied pigs. The present
code provisions prohibit these animals in all zone districts other
than the A -2 zone district. The proposed amendment sent to the ACC
would classify potbellied pigs as an exotic animal which would be
subject to ACC review and annual licensing. The ACC approved the
proposed amendment and also recommended certain additional
requirements on the keeping of these animals within the City.
Recently, the planning staff raised an additional concern and
proposed an alternative to the regulation of potbellied pigs as
exotic animals. This memorandum outlines the ACC's recommended
regulation and outlines the planning staff's concerns and suggested
alternative.
The City Council is requested to consider the planning staff's
concerns and advise the staff regarding the Council's preferred
method of regulating potbellied pigs. [option] The ACC has
scheduled consideration of the planning staff's alternative
regulation for the upcoming May _ ACC meeting. [end.option]
ACC Recommendation: Potbellied Pias as Exotic Animals
Following its recent review and consideration, the ACC
recommended that potbellied pigs be classified as exotic animals
and, in addition, that certain restrictions be created as an
express condition of the ACC's issuance of a permit. These
conditions generally include:
► Maximum number of two (2) pigs per household
► All pigs must be.spayed or neutered by age of 3 months
► Maximum height and weight limitations
► Housing requirements
► Required minimum lot size and spacing of pens
► Regular cleaning of outdoor enclosures
► Required review of educational materials by owners
► Ability of neighbors to file complaints for ACC review
and possible revocation of licenses
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OR MI
These conditions would necessarily be implemented by ordinance as
part of chapter 2 of the Code of Laws ( "Animals ")
As an exotic animal, each potbellied pig would require annual
review by the ACC and relicensing. The Animal Parks Enforcement
Unit would be the primary enforcement officer for these regulations
and any violations of the ordinance.
Planning Staff Recommendation: Potbellied Pias as Household Pets
The planning staff has observed that the ACC's approval of an
exotic animal does not address the issue of whether the keeping of
the approved animal is actually a permitted use in the particular
zone district. As a general rule, the zoning ordinance prohibits
the keeping of all animals other than "household pets -" Household
pets are defined in the zoning ordinance at section 26 -5 as
follows:
Household pets. Animals or fowl ordinarily permitted in
the house and kept for company or pleasure such as dogs,
cats, and canaries, but not including a sufficient number
of dogs to constitute a kennel as defined in this
section.
In effect, .where the ACC approves an exotic animal, the ACC is
waiving any_ prohibitions contained in the zoning ordinance
regarding the keeping of the particular animal.
Instead of defining potbellied pigs as an exotic animal, the
planning staff suggests that potbellied pigs be added to the
definition of "household pets" in Chapter 26. This amendment would
permit potbellied pigs in all residential districts_ In addition,
the planning staff recommends that the conditions and restrictions
approved by the ACC also be included as conditions on keeping of
potbellied pigs and that these conditions be stated in Chapter 4
(Animals) . The suggested definition of household pet in Chapter 26
would therefore read:
Chapter would be amended to require that potbellied pigs be
approved and licensed by the ACC (much like the present exotic
animals) and this new section would specify the ACC's recommended
conditions and restrictions for the keeping of potbellied pigs.
Enforcement of the restrictions and conditions would still lie with
the Animal Parks Enforcement Unit.
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TOTAL P.004
Household pets. Animals or fowl ordinarily permitted in
the house and kept for company or pleasure such as dogs,
cats, and canaries, but not including a sufficient number
of dogs to constitute a kennel as defined in this
FPOM :GORSUCH VIR.GI9 L.L.C.
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07:33 #929 P.01!06
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GORSUCH KIRGIS L.L.c.
Attorneys at Law
1401 17th Street, #1 i 00
Denver, Colorado 80202
Telephone: (303! 299-8900
Fax: 1303) 298-0215
TU:
OF:
FROM:
DATE:
RE.
ENCLOSURE(S):
GLEN GIDl,EY, PLANNING DIRECTOR
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO
ROBERT WiDNER 299-8942
April 25, 1998
Ordinances for Pigs
Three Ordinances
r
MESSAGE: PLEASE.REVIEW AND COMMENT. NOl'E THAT THERE ARE Ti-TREE
ORDINANCES: tij IDENTIFYING POTBELLIES AS EXOTIC AND IMPOSPNG CONDITIONS
ON THE GRANTING OF EXCEPTIONS BY THE ACC; {2) CHANGING THE DEFINITION OF
HOUSEHOLD PETS IN CHAPTER 26 TO INCLUDE APPROVED AND LICENSED EXOTIC
ANIMALS; AND (3) AMENDING THE A-2 DISTRICT PROVISION ALLOWING SWINE AND
POTBELLIES.
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t;cw\no~of\lasax.i
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CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE,
INTRODUCED BY CODNCIL'MEMBER
Council Bill No. _
Ordinance No.
COLORADO
Series of 1996
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TFiE CODE OF LAWS TO
DEFINE AND' CLASSIFY POTBELLIED PIGS AS --
EXOTIC ANIMALS AND TO IMPOSE REQUIREMENTS
ON THE GRANTING- OF EXCEPTIONS BI' THE
ANIMAL CONTROL-COMMISSION
WHEREAS, Chapter 4 of the Code. of Laws classifies swine as
domestic animals; and
WHEREAS, the Council wishes to classify potbellied pigs, which
is an-imported variety of swine, as exotic animals and provide for
certain requirements for the granting of exceptions by the Animal
Control Commission-for potbellied pigs.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THS CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE,
COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Subsection-4-14(d)(1) of .the.. Wheat Ridge Code of
Laws is hereby amended as follows:
(1) The following are domestic animals:
Aquarium fishes-.
Psitocine birds, aviary finches, etc., farm
birds (ducks, geese, swans, poultry).
Domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus Cuniculus).
Mongolian gerbil (Meriones Unguicularus).
Guinea pig (Cavia Porceilus).
Hamster (Musorcriectus Auratus)
Domestic laboratory mouse (Mus Domesticus).
Domestic laboratory rat (Rattus Rattus Albino
Strain).
Domestic cat (Fe]is Catus).
Domestic dog (Canis Familiaris).
Domestic.-livestock, including but not limited
to: Horses, cattle, sheep, goats, mules
donkeys, burros, .llamas, honeybees, and swine
ACW\53027\152120.1
Section 2. Subsection 4-14 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is ,
hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 4-14. Exotic or wild animals.
(a) Prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person
to own, possess, haxbor, sell, or in any other manner
traffic in _any exotic or wild animals, that is, any
animal that is not a domestic animal, whether it is a
native animal of this state or not.
(b) Exceptions. The animal control commission may
grant exceptions to this section for successive periods
of time not. to exceed twelve (12) months.
(C) POTBELLIED PIGS.
(I)
II
III
IV
(V)
VI
VII
VIII
IX
RCW\5302 ~\152120.1 - 2
Section 3.- Safety Clause. .The City Council hereby finds,
determines, and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated under
the general police power of .the City of Wheat Ridge, that it is
promulgated for the health, safety, and welfare-of the public and
that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of. health and
safety and for the protection. of public convenience and welfare.
The City Council further determines that the Ordinance bears a
rational relation to the proper legislative object sought to be
attained.
Section 4.- Severability. If any clause, sentence, paragraph,
or part of this Ordinance or Appli-cation thereof to .any person or
circumstances shall for any reason be judged by a court of
competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect,
impair or invalidate the remainder of- this Ordinance or its
application to other persons or circumstances:
Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect
fifteen-.days after final publication.
INTRODUCED, READ,.. AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote of
to on this _ day of , .1996, ordered
publishedd in full in a newspaper of general circulation in the City
of Wheat Ridge and Public Hearing and consideration on final
passage set-for ,,_1996, at_7;00 o'clock p.m., in the
Council Chambers, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
READ, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final
reading by a vote of to this, day of_
1996. '
SIGNED by the Mayor on this
ATTEST:
day of _19 ...
DAN WILDE, MAYOR
WANDA SANG, CITY CLERK-
acw~szox~~isxizo.i - 3 -
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY CITY
ATTORNEY
GERALD E. DAHL, CITY ATTORNEY
1st Publication:
2nd Publication:
Wheat Ridge Sentinel
Effective Date: ___
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CITY OE WHEAT RIDGE,
INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
Council Bill No. _
Ordinance No.
COLORADO
Series of 1996
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 26 OF
THE CODE OF LAWS PERTAINING TO THE
DEFINITION OF HOUSEHOLD PETS
WHEREAS, from time-to-time and subject to certain.
restrictions, the keeping of a particular animal that is considered
as an "exotic animal" is approved and licensed by the Animal
Control Commission ("ACC'!) in accordance with Chapter 4 of the Code-_
of Laws; and
WHEREAS, the keeping of any animal is generally
prohibited within each zoning district. unless specifically
permitted by the zoning ordinance; and
WHEREAS, an exotic animal that is approved and licensed
by the ACC would be prohibited by the zoning ordinance unless the
zoning ordinance recognizes that the animal is permitted to reside
at the location approved by the Animal Control Commission; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 26 the Code of Laws for the City of
Wheat Ridge provides that "household pets" as defined by section
26-5 are permitted with certan_zoning districts; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend Chapter 26 to
recognize that exotic animals which are approved and licensed by
the Animal Cont~ol,Cammission_are permitted within the applicable
zoning district to.the_,~same_T e_xtent_.that !'household pets" are
permitted. _ _ ---
BE IT ORDA-TNED-BY THE-CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OE WHEAT
RIDGE, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWSi
Section 1. The definition of "household pet" contained
in Section 26-5 of-.the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is hereby amended
as follows:
Household pets. Animals or fowl .ordinarily
permitted in the house and kept for company or
pleasure, such as dogs, cats and canaries, but
not including a sufficient number of dogs to
constitute a kennel, as defined- in this
section. FOR PURPOSES OF THIS CHAPTER 26
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Section 2. Safety Clause. The City Council hereby
finds, determines, and declares that this Ordnance_s promulgated
under the-general police power of the City of Wheat Ridge, that it
is promulgated for the health, safety, and welfare of-the public
and that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health
and safety and for- the protection of public. convenience and
welfare_ _The- City Council further determines that the Ordinance
bears a rational relation to_the proper legislative object sought
to be attained.
Section 3. Severabilitv.- If any. clause, sentence,_
paragraph, or part. of this Ordinance or Application thereof to any
person or circumstances shall for any reason be judged by a court
of competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect,
impair or invalidate the remainder of this Ordinance or its
application to other_persons or circumstances.
Section 4. Inconsistent Ordinances. All other ordinance
or portions thereof inconsistent or conflicting with this ordinance
or any portion hereof-.are hereby repealed to the. extent of such
inconsistency or conflict.
Section 5. Effect of Repeal or Modification. The repeal
or modification of-any provision of the Code of Laws of the City of
Wheat Ridge by this ordinance shall not release, extinguish, alter,
modify, or .change in whole_or in part any penalty, forfeiture, or
liability, either civil or criminal, which shall have been incurred
under such provision, and each provision shall be treated and held
as still remaining in-force for the purposes of sustaining any and
all proper actions, suits, proceedings, and prosecutions for the -
enforcement of the penalty, forfeiture, or liability, as well as
for the purpose of sustaining any judgment, decree, or order which
can or may be rendered, entered, or made in such actions, suits,
proceedings, or prosecutions.- -
Section 6. This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen (15)
days after final publication.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote
of to on this day of -1996, ordered
published irifull in a newspaper of general circulation in the City
of Wheat Ridge and Public Hearing and consideration on final
passage set for _ 19.96, at 7:00 o'clock p.m., in the
Council Chambers, 7500 West 29th Avenue; Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
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READ, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final
reading by a vote of to _, this day of ,
1996.
SIGNED by the Mayor on this day of _
1996..
DAN WILDE, MAYOR
ATTEST:
WANDA SANG, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY CITY
ATTORNEY
GERALD E. DAHL, CITY ATTORNEY _.
1st Publication:
2nd Publication:
Wheat Ridge Sentinel
Effective Date:
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COLORADO
Series of 1996
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CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE,
ED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
Council Bill No. _
Ordinance No.
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 26 OF. ,
THE CODE OF LAWS PERTAINING TO THE
KEEPING OF POTBELLIED PIGS IN THE
A-2 ZONE DISTRICT
WHEREAS, section 26-19 (Agricultural Two Zone District
Regulations) permits the keeping of hogs (swine) in the A-2 zoning
district but does not refer. to the keeping of potbellied pigs, sus
scrofa vittatus, which are_an_imported variety of swine; and
WHEREAS, the City of Wheat Ridge has recently classified
potbellied pigs as an exotic_ animal for the purpose of regulating
the keeping of such pigs in all zonng_districts of the City; and
WHEREAS, the keeping of swine and potbellied pigs should
be a permitted principal in the A-2 zoning district which is the
most intensive agricultural zone district of the City;
WHEREAS, the. City Council desires _to amend section 26-
19(B)(3) to expressly permit potbellied pigs to be kept within the
A-2 zone district.-
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE ..CITY OF WHEAT
RIDGE, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 26-19(B)(3) of the. Code. of Laws for.
the City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
(B) Permitted Principal Uses: No building or
land shall be used and no building shall be
hereafter erected, converted_or structurally
altered unless .otherwise provided herein
except for one (1) or more of the following
uses:
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(3) General farming and the raising or
keeping of stock, bee keeping,
poultry or small animals such as
rabbits or ~'~~^:~'--' --'-^"CHINCHILLAS,
including the keeping of hegsSWINE
AND- POTBELLIED -PIGS, SUS SCROFA
VITTATUS, except such hegsANIMALS
shall not be fed garbage.
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Section 2. Safetv Clause. The City Council hereby
finds, determines, and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated
under-the general police power of the City of Wheat Ridge, that it
is promulgated for. the- health, safety, and welfare of_the public
and that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health
and safety and for the protection of public convenience and
welfare.- The City Council further determines that the Ordinance
bears a rational relation to the proper legislative object sought
to be attained.
Section 3. Severability. If any clause, sentence,
paragraph, or part of this Ordinance or Application thereof to any
person or circumstances shall for any reason be ..judged by a court
of competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect,
impair or .invalidate. the remainder of this Ordinance or its
application-to other persons or-circumstances.
Section 4. Inconsistent Ordinances. All-other ordinance
or portions thereof inconsistent or conflicting with this ordinance
or any portion hereof are hereby repealed to the extent of such
inconsistency or conflict.
Section 5.__Effect of Repeal or Modification. The repeal
or modification of any provision of the Code of Laws of the City of
Wheat Ridge by this ordinance shall not release, extinguish, alter,
modify, or change in whole or in part any penalty, forfeiture, or
liability, either civil or criminal, which shall have been incurred
under such provision, and each provision shall be treated and held
as still remaining in force for the purposes of sustaining any and.
all proper actions, suits, proceedings, and prosecutions for the
enforcement of the penalty, forfeiture, or liability, as well as
for the purpose of sustaining any judgment, decree, or order which
can-or may be rendered, entered, or made in such actions, suits,
proceedings, or prosecutions.
Section 6. This Ordinance=shall take effect fifteen (15)
days after final publication.
INTRODUCED, REAb, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote
of to on this day of 1996, ordered
published in full in a newspaper of general circulation in the City
of Wheat Ridge and Public Hearing and consideration on final
passage -set for ___-__ _, _1996;_at_7:00 o'clock p.m., in the
Council Chambers, 7500 West 29th Avenue,- Wheat Ridge; Colorado.
READ, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final
reading by a vote of to _, this day of ,
1996.
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SIGNED by the Mayor on this day of
1996.
ATTEST:
WANDA SANG, CITY CLERK
1st Publication:
2nd Publication:
Wheat Ridge Sentinel
Effective Date:
DAN WILDE, MAYOR
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY CITY
ATTORNEY
GERALD E. DAHL, CITY ATTORNEY
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice-is hereby given that a Public Hearing is to be held before
the City of Wheat. Ridge Planning Commission on June 6, 1996
at 7:30 p.m. at 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
All interested citizens are invited to speak at the Public
Hearing or submit written comments. The following petitions
shall be heard:
1. Case No. ZOA-96-4: Amendment to Wheat .Ridge Code of Laws,
Zoning Ordinance, Section 26-5. Definitions, regarding
"EXOTIC ANIMALS" as "HOUSEHOLD PETS".
2. Case No. ZOA-96-5: Amendment to Wheat Ridge Code of Laws,
Zoning Ordinance, Section 26-19. Agricultural-Two {A-2)
District Regulations regarding the keeping of "POTBELLIED
PIGS" as a permitted use.
3. Case No. ZOA-96-6: Amendment to Wheat Ridge Code of Laws,
Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 2-6-5. Definitions, regarding`
"Telecommunications Facilities" and amendment to Wheat Ridge
Code of Laws, Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 26-20. Restricted
Commercial-One (R-C1) District regulations regarding
"Telecommunications Towers" as a special use.
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Sandra Wiggins, S _ tart'
ATTEST:
Wanda Sang, City Clerk
To be Published: May 10, 1996
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MEMORANDUM
To: Planning Commission
From: Glen Gidley, Director of Planning & Development
Re: Cases ZOA-96-4 and ZOA-96-5/Potbellied Pigs/Household Pets
Date: May 31, 1996
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Although there are two case numbers assigned to this, it really involves the same topic -
Potbellied Pigs. This comes to you upon recommendation of the Animal Control
Commission. The Council Bills were prepared by our City Attorney.
In summary, these Council Bills do the following:
A. Includes "Potbellied Pigs" as an Exotic Animal under the authority of the Animal
Control Commission. (W.R. Code 4-14)
B. Modifies the Zoning Code in two areas so as to eliminate potential conflict:
1. Sec. 26-5. Definitions: to include "EXOTIC ANIMALS" under the term
"HOUSEHOLD PETS", which would by definition include "Potbellied Pigs"
if approved on a specific site by the Animal Control commission.
2. Sec. 26-19: Revises the A-2 district regulations to include Potbellied Pigs as
a specifically permitted animal.
Planning staff did not originate this proposal and we have no opinion or recommendation.
This is a legislative policy matter upon which Planning Commission should make
recommendation to City Council, after the public hearing.
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Planning Commission Minutes Page 2
{ June 6, 1996
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVE THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA
Ms. Reckert informed those present that the applicant, Mr.
Carpenter, had requested a continuance of-Case No. MS-96-4 to our
next regular meeting.
Commissioner ECKHARDT moved that Case No. MS-96-4 be continued to
June 20, 1996. Commissioner JOHNSON seconded the motion. Motion
carried-7-0.
Commissioner CERVENY requested the addition of an item under OLD
BUSINESS. He wanted to talk about the upcoming CML Conference in
Vail.
Commissioner ECKHARDT moved to approve. the agenda for the meeting
of June 6, 1996 as amended. Commissioner JOHNSON seconded the
motion. Motion carried 7-0
5. APPROVAL OF MINIITES
Commissioner WILLIAMS moved to approve the minutes for the
meeting of May 16, 1996 as printed. Commissioner JOHNSON
seconded .the motion. Motion carried 5-0,-with Commissioners .
CERVENY and ECKHARDT abstaining.
6. PDBLIC FORIIbI (This is the time for anyone to speak on any
subject not appearing under Item 7 of the Public Hearing
section of the agenda.)
No one had signed the roster nor came forward at that time to
speak.
7. PIIBLIC HEARING
1• Case No MS-96-~k• .An application by Richard Carpenter
for Michael Lynch for approval of a two-lot minor
subdivision with variances. Said property is located
at 3707 and 3711 High Court.
(At applicant's request, this case was continued to June 20,--
1996.)
2. Ca e No. ZOA-96-4• _ Amendment to Wheat Ridge Code of --
Laws, Zoning Ordinance, Section 26-5. Definitions,
regarding "EXOTIC ANIMALS" as, "HOUSEHOLD PETS".
3. Case N_os. ZOA-96-5• _.Amendment to Wheat Ridge Code of
Laws, Zoning Ordinance, Section 26-19. Agricultural-Two
Planning Commission Minutes
~ June 6, 1996
Page 3
(A-2) District Regulations regarding the keeping of
"POT-BELLIED PIGS" as a permitted use.
The above-two cases were heard simultaneously, because they were
inter-related.. Ms. Reckert presented the packet information.
Commissioner THOMPSON had concerns that "prohibiting the feeding
of garbage" was not included in the first ordinance, but was
stated in the third ordinance. Additionally, there was no
provision. for "odor" in the attached ordinances.
Ms. Reckert suggested that Louise Turner, who was present and
serves on the Animal Control Commission, might be able to address
those issues.
Commissioner THOMPSON also had concerns regarding possible runoff
of effluent waste.
Ms. Reckert stated she was checking the ordinance pertaining to
the keeping of domestic animals to see if it made reference-to
odors.
Commissioner THOMPSON stated she thought it would be less
confusing if information regarding pot-bellied pigs was in one
location rather than several.
Ms. Reckert stated that in the section regarding the keeping of
domestic animals does talk about the accumulation of animal
waste, "to the extent that such becomes a nuisance to surrounding
property owners'". The nuisance ordinance, she added, was all-
inclusive_
Commissioner WILLIAMS asked what was the average height and
weight of pot-bellied pigs? He added that since the City already
has a nuisance ordinance, would that not be sufficient?
Ms. Reckert stated that it could be included in the ordinance(s)
under consideration. She added that she did not know the average
weight and height of pot-bellied pigs. She thought someone in
the audience might be able to answer his question.
Commissioner WILLIAMS elaborated on his concern with height and
weight restrictions.
Commissioner JOHNSON asked what is considered "garbage"?
Ms. Reckert stated she would look for a definition.
Discussion followed
Planning Commission Minutes
June 6, 1996
Page 4
Commissioner CERVENY asked what the reasoning was behind the
requirement for neutering?
Ms. Reckert stated she thought it had to do with responsible pet
ownership. It may have stemmed from uncontrolled breeding of the
animals in the early 1980s. She elaborated.
Commissioner CERVENY questioned-the need for neutering.
Commissioner.ECKHARDT wasn't aware of large numbers of stray pot-
bellied pigs.
Ms. Reckert suggested that we hear from persons 'in the audience -----
who may be more knowledgeable.
Kathy Cline, 4360 Reed Street, was sworn in. Ms. Cline stated
she was present because she has dealings with the Pot-bellied Pig
Association and had gained knowledge about the animals from her
experience. Pot-bellied pigs are not fed garbage, but instead
eat some vegetables and fruits, but mainly pig chow. She added
that it is standard procedure to neuter pot-bellied pigs. A
pig's weight can and should be controlled by the amount of food-
it is given daily. So long as the pig pen is cleaned once a
week, it should not have an offensive-odor. A pig does not bark
~ nor does it shed. In addition, they have a high intelligence and
since they are not allowed to run free, should not be a
neighborhood nuisance.
Ms. Reckert asked if Ms. Cline had seen the proposed ordinances?
Ms. Cline answered she had not. She stated she was in favor of
the proposed requirement for neutering. The procedure--ensures a
better-behaved and healthier pet.
Commissioner ECKHARDT asked what the normal weight and height of
a pot-bellied pig would be.
Ms, Cline stated the size varies greatly. If fed properly, pigs
don't get that big.
Commissioner ECKHARDT asked Ms. Cline if the. 100 lb, 22" size
limitation was reasonable?
Ms. Cline stated she. did.
Discussion followed.
Commissioner RIFFITFI asked if the animals were properly neutered
then they don't have the "distinctive pig odor"?
Planning Commission Minutes
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Ms Cline answered yes, that was true
less assertive.
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It also helps make them
Commissioner THOMPSON suggested that a brochure/pamphlet be
designed and provided to prospective pot-bellied pig owners.
MS Cline agreed that would be a good idea.
Commissioner THOMPSON asked if a pig became obese and over-sized,
would the owner have a period_of time to get the pig down to an
acceptable. size?
Ms. Reckert thought that it might work something like code
enforcement does, except that animal control officers would do __
the enforcement. Each situation would probably be judged
according to its' own merits.
Discussion followed.
Chairperson LANGDON asked what else would be covered by an
"exotic animal .license"?
Ms. Reckert it would cover other-than-domestic animals listed in
the animal regulations.
Chairperson LANGDON stated then the city would have a record and
could check back with the owners.
Ms. Reckert confirmed that was true.
Commissioner WILLIAMS pointed out-that ordinance 3 did
specifically restrict feeding garbage to pot-bellied pigs.
Louise Turner, 11256 West 38th Avenue, was sworn in. Ms. Turner
was confused about the ordinance(s) under consideration.
Ms. Reckert stated the attachments were from the City Attorney's
office.
Ms. Turner summarized the first ordinance generated by the Animal
Control Commission, noting recbmmencled changes. The second
ordinance, which amends Chapter 26 of-the Code of Laws pertaining
to the keeping of pot-bellied pigs in Agricultural-Two zone
districts is for clarification purposes, she said. The final
ordinance defining pot-bellied pigs as household pets should be
eliminated, she stated.
Commissioner CERVENY asked for clarification from Ms. Turner
regarding recommended changes to the ordinances.
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Commissioner THOMPSON asked Ms. Turner if it should be specific
in the ordinance amended by the Animal Control Commission that
swine could not be feed garbage.
Ms. Turner stated that when applicants came before the Animal
control Commission with a request to have a pot-bellied pig, they
could be told then that garbage could not be fed.
Commissioner THOMPSON acknowledged the convenience of .having all.
information about pot-bellied pigs in one place.
Ms. Turner thought that a pamphlet on pot-bellied pigs might be
the answer. She elaborated. ~_
Raren Heinv stated from the audience she had nothing more to add.
Chairperson LANGDON asked what was required from Commission?
Commissioner CERVENY suggested that specific language be added -
regarding prohibiting the feeding of garbage to swine.
Ms. Reckert stated she would suggest three motions be made; one -
for each of the proposed ordinances.
To avoid confusion, the ordinances under consideration were
numbered as follows:
Ordinance number one - Classifies potbellied pigs as exotic
animals and imposes requirements on granting of exceptions by the
Animal Control Commission
Ordinance number two - Amending Chapter 26 pertaining to the
definition of household pets
Ordinance number three - Amends Chapter 26 pertaining to the
keeping of pot-bellied pigs in the A-2 zone district
Commissioner ECKHARDT moved that Case No. ZOA-96-4, (Ordinance
Number One) be forwarded to City Council with a recommendation
for approval with the following changes:
1. That IV., regarding required square footage, be eliminated.
2. That IX., line.-four should read "necessary to protect the
animal's health and the safety and enjoyment. .
3. That specific language be added to prohibit .the feeding.of
garbage to swine.
,~ Commissioner CERVENY seconded the motion. Motion carried 7-0.
Planning Commission Minutes Page 7
( June 6, 1996
Commissioner CERVENY moved that Case No. ZOA-96-4, (Ordinance
Number Two) be eliminated and pot-bellied pigs not be considered
as household pets.
Commissioner ECKHARDT seconded the motion. Motion carried 7-0.
Commissioner ECKHARDT moved that Case No. ZOA-96-5 (Ordinance
Number Three) be forwarded to City Council with a recommendation
for approval with the following change:
1. Section 1.(B)(3) should read: General farming and the
raising or keeping of stock, bee keeping, rabbits or
chinchillas, and the keeping of swine and/or pot-bellied
pigs
Commissioner CERVENY seconded the motion. Motion carried 7-0.
4. Case No. ZOA-96-6: Amendment to Wheat Ridge Code of
Laws, Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 26.5. Definitions,
regarding "Telecommunications Facilities" and amendment
to Wheat Ridge Code .of Laws, Zoning Ordinance, Chapter
26-20. Restricted Commercial-One (RC-1) District,
regulations regarding "Telecommunications Towers" as a
Conditional Use.
Ms. Reckert presented the case, explaining the need for a review
process, due to increasing requests for telecommunication..
facilities in the City.
Chairperson LANGDON asked if the regulations would strictly apply
to Commercial zone districts.
Ms. Reckert stated it was primarily aimed toward the telephone
companies, who are trying to create a network of cell tower.
facilities. It would not be geared toward the amateur ham radio
operator.
Chairperson LANGDON asked if it would restrict. the small TV
satellite dishes?
Ms. Reckert answered no, it would not. She added that five years
ago, an ordinance was adopted which specifically controlled
satellite.dishes. Ms. Reckert would plan to review the .language
of that ordinance, should the ordinance.before Commission be.
approved. The technology has changed so greatly, the old. -
ordinance is in need of updating.
Commissioner TIiOMPSON asked if the towers cause interference?
Ms. Reckert stated supposedly not. Legislation recently passed
by the state senate prohibits towers interfering with each
PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS' LIST
CASE NO: ZOA-96-4
DATE: June 6, 1996
REQUEST: Amendment to Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Zoning Ordinance, Section 26-5.
Definitions, regarding "EXOTIC ANIMALS" as "HOUSEHOLD PETS".
SPEAKER NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE (PLEASE PRINT) Position o
IN FAVOR ® Request
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CERTIFICATION OF RESOLUTION
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE PLANNING COMMISSION
CASE NO: ZOA-96-4
APPLICANT(S) NAME:
OWNER(S) NAME: n/a
City of Wheat Ridge
LOCATION
City-wide
REQUEST: Amendment to Wheat Ridge Code of_Laws, Zoning Ordinance,
Section 26-5. Definitions, regarding "EXOTIC ANIMALS" as
"HOUSEHOLD PETS".
APPROXIMATE AREA: n/a
WHEREAS, the City of Wheat Ridge Planning Division has submitted a
list of factors to be considered with the above request, and said list
of factors is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference,-
and made a part hereof; and
WHEREAS, there was testimony received at a public hearing by the
Planning Commission and-such testimony provided additional facts.
( NOW, THEREFORE, based upon the facts presented and conclusions
reached, it was moved by Commissioner CERVENY, seconded by
Commissioner ECKHARDT, that Case No. ZOA-96-4 (Ordinance Number Two)
be eliminated and pot-bellied pigs not be considered as household
pets.
VOTE: YE5: Eckhardt, Williams, Griffith, Cerveny,
Langdon, Thompson and Johnson
NO: None.
I, Sandra Wiggins, Secretary to the City of Wheat-ridge Planning
Commission,. do hereby and herewith certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly denied by a 7 - 0 vote of the members present at
their regular meeting held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal
Building, Wheat Ridge, Colorado, on the 6th day of June, 1996.
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CERTIFICATION OF RESOLUTION
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE PLANNING COMMISSION
CASE NO: ZOA-96-5 LOCATION: City-wide
APPLICANT(S) NAME: City of Wheat Ridge
OWNER(S) NAME; n/a
REQUEST: Amendment to Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Zoning Ordinance,
Section 26-19. Agricultural-Two (A-2) District Regulations
regarding the keeping of "POTBELLIED PIGS" as a permitted
use.
APPROXIMATE AREA: n/a
WHEREAS, the City of Wheat Ridge Planning Division has submitted a
list of factors to be_considered with the above iequest, and said list
of factors is attached hereto a_nd incorporated herein by reference,
and made a part hereof;'-and
WHEREAS, there was testimony received at a public hearing by the
Planning Commission and such testimony provided additional facts.
NOW, THEREFORE, based upon the facts presented and conclusions
reached, it was moved by Commissioner ECKHARDT, seconded by
Commissioner CERVENY, that Case No. ZOA-96-5 (Ordinance Number Three)
be forwarded to City Council with a recommendation-for approval with
the following change:
1. Section 1.(B)(3) should read: "General farming and the raising
or keeping of stock, bee keeping, rabbits or chinchillas, and the
keeping of swine and / or pot-bellied pigs ."
VOTE: YES: Eckhardt, Williams, Griffith, Cerveny,
Langdon, Thompson, Johnson
NO: None.
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I, Sandra Wiggins, Secx-etary to the City of Wheat Ridge Planning
Commission, do hereby and herewith certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly adopted by a 7 - 0 vote of the members present at
their regular meeting held in the. Council Chambers of the Municipal
Building, Wheat Ridge, Colorado, on the 6th day of June, 1996.
' CERTIFICATION OF RESOLUTION
(` ~, CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE PLANNING COMMISSION
CASE NO: ZOA-96-6 LOCATION: City-wide
APPLICANT(S) NAME: City Of Wheat Ridge
OWNER(S) NAME: n/a
REQUEST: Amendment to Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Zoning Ordinance,
Chapter 26-5. Definitions, regarding,"Telecommunications
Facilities" and amendment to Wheat Ridge Code of Laws,
Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 26-20. Restricted Commercial-One
(R-C-1) District.regulations regarding "Telecommunications
Towers" as a special use.
APPROXIMATE AREA: n/a
WHEREAS, the City of Wheat Ridge Planning Division has submitted a
list of factors to be considered with the above xeguest, and said list
of factors is, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference,
and made a part hereof; and
WHEREAS, there was testimony received at a public he axing by the
Planning Commission and such testimony provided additional facts.
NOW, THEREFORE, based upon the facts presented and conclusions
( reached, it was moved by Commissioner CERVENY, seconded by
Commissioner ECKHARDT, that Case No. ZOA-96-6, for approval of an
amendment to Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 25-5.
Definitions, regarding "Telecommunications Facilities" and amendment
to Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, Zoning Ordinance. Chapter 26-20.
Restricted Commercial-One_(R-C-1) be forwarded to City Council with a
recommendation for approval with the following addition:
1. That a disclaimer clause_be added.
VOTE: YES: Eckhardt, Williams, Griffith, Cerveny,
Langdon, Thompson and Johnson
N0: None.
I, Sandra Wiggins, Secretary to the City of Wheat Ridge Planning
Commission, do hereby and herewith certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly adopted by a 7 - 0 vote of the members present at
their regular meeting held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal
Building, Wheat Ridge, Colorado, on the 6th day of June, 1996.
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: October 14, 1996 Page -5-
Motion by Mrs. Shaver to suspend the Rules and have Mrs. Snow clarify her suggestions for
amendments; seconded by Mrs. Worth; tied 4-4 with Councilmembers Eafanii, Dalbec,
Worth, and Shaver voting yes. Mayor Wilde broke the tie by voting no. Motion failed 5-4.
Original-Motion as amended carried 7-1 with Mrs. Fields voting no.
Motion by Mr. Solano to reconsider. Council Bill 45 for the sole purpose- of clarifying the
number of children in group homes for children; seconded by Mrs. Dalbec; carried 7-1 with
Mrs. Fields voting no.
Motion by Mr. Solano for the adoption of Council Bill 45 (Ordinance 1048) as previously
passed with the clarification with respect to the definition of group homes for children that we
insert the words "for five or more children"; seconded by Mrs. Worth; carried 7-1 with Mrs.
Fields voting no.
As directed by City Council, City Attorney, Gerald Dahl, drafted an emergency ordinance
regarding a moratorium on telecommunication towers during the break, Clerk assigned
Ordinance No. 1049 and Mr. Dahl read the drafted ordinance in its entirety.
Ordinance 1049 - adopting a temporary moratorium on the acceptance, processing and
issuance of building permits for the construction of telecommunications facilities within the
City, and declaring an emergency.
Motion by Mrs. Dalbec to adopt Ordinance 1049; seconded by Mr. Solano; carried 8-0.
- Item 4. _ _ Council Bill 41 - An Ordinance amending the Code of Laws to define and
classify potbellied pigs as exotic animals and to impose requirements on the
granting of exceptions by the Animal Control Commission.
Council Bill 42 - An Ordinance amending Chapter 26 of the Code of Laws
pertaining to the keeping of potbellied pigs in the A-2 Zone District.
Council Bills 41 and 42 were introduced on second reading by Mr. Solano; titles read by the
Clerk; Ordinance Numbers 7050 and 1051 assigned.
The following speakers were sworn in by the Mayor:
Dr. Meredith Campbell, spoke in favor of the Ordinances, but suggested that the spaying
age would be four months rather than three; and the weight be changed to 1 SO pounds.
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: October 14, 1996 Page -o'-
Bonnie Botham, 3380 Pierce Street, read a letter from the Wheat Ridge Livestock
Association, which was in favor of the Ordinances.
Louise Turner, Wheat Ridge Animal Control Commission, was present to answer questions.
Motion by Mr. Solano for the approval of Council Bill 41 (Ordinance 1050) and Council Bill 42
(Ordinance 1051) as amended to provide a new subparagraph 4-14 (c) (3) as recommended
by the City Attorney; to include the following items: under Section 14 (c) (II) "every potbellied
pig must be neutered or spayed by the age of four {4) months; (III) no potbellied pig may
weigh more than 150 pounds; (V) penned exterior areas confining potbellied pigs must be no
closer than fifteen {i5) feet to a side or rear yard lot line and no closer than thirty (30) feet to
a residential structure located on an adjacent lot; (I) No more than two (2) potbellied pigs
may be kept at one residence or location, provided, however, that an additional pig may be
kept for each one (1) acre of property in excess of the minimum lot size; (III) the potbellied
pig must be certified as such by a licensed veterinarian or be an officially registered
potbellied pig; delete Section IV -garbage may not be fed to any potbellied pig; seconded
by Mrs. Worth; carried 8-0.
Item 5. Council Bill 46 - An Ordinance requiring Special Use Permits for mortuaries.
Council Bill 47 - An Ordinance requiring Special Use Permits for crematories.
Council Bills 46 and 47 were introduced by Mrs. Dalbec who also read the title. City Clerk
assigned Ordinance Numbers 1052 and 1053.
Motion by Mrs. Dalbec for the approval of Council Bill 46 (Ordinance 1052) ;seconded by
Mrs. Shaver; carried 8-0. _
Motion by Mrs. Dalbec for the approval of Council Bill 47 (Ordinance 1053); seconded by Mr.
DiTullio; carried 8-0.
Item 6. A. Appointments to Boards and Commissions.
Motion by Mr. Siler that David Whitehead be appointed to the Building Code Advisory
Commission from District II; and that ploy Jeffares be appointed to the District II vacancy on
the Civil Service Commission; seconded by Mr. Solano; carried 8-0.
Item 6. B. Resolution 1560 -authorizing an amendment to the redevelopment agreement
between EDARC and Wheat Ridge Marketplace.
Resolution 1560 was introduced by Mrs. Solano; title read by the Clerk.
ANIMAL CONTROL COMMISSION MINUTES
MAY 21, 1996
PRESENT:
Dr. William Trefz, Chairperson; Dr. Robert Hilsenroth, Advisor; Dr.
Darrel Norgren; Karin Heine; Louise Turner; Debby Mauldin; Bea
Slingsby; Bruce McIntyre; Joseph Ashker; Nick Fisher; Michelle
Stodden.
ABSENT:
None
CALL TO ORDER:
Meeting was called to order by Dr. Trefz. Minutes of the March 19,
1996 meeting were approved.
OLD BUSINESS:
Nick Fisher presented a recommendation by the Health Department
that ferrets not be in homes with children under the age of five.
Nick also reported on the Edy ferret bite case. The investigation
by Human Services is complete with no action being taken.
Discussion was held regarding the Commission's position on the
"age" requirement of children in homes with ferrets. The
Commission originally stated that no children under the age of
three should be in contact with ferrets without supervision. A
motion was. made by Louise Turner, seconded by Debby Mauldin, to
deny the Edy exotic variance due to the Health Department's five
year old recommendation and due to the recent bite. Motion passed.
Discussion was held regarding the potbellied pig ordinance. Bob
Widner changed the ordinance to include potbellied pigs in the
household pet classification. The commission voted to approve the
ordinance with the following changes. Louise Turner made a motion
to remove section 4-14,(C)(1)(IV), seconded by Dr. Norgren. A
second motion was made by Debby Mauldin, seconded by Louise Turner,
to change 4-14, (c)(1)(IX), which now reads: .The Animal Control
Commission may impose reasonable conditions prior to granting or
during the term of any exception which is necessary to protect the
animal and health, safety, and enjoyment of adjacent properties and
owners.
Marilyn Hartshorn was presera to discuss the geese problem in her
yard. She would like to see a no feeding ordinance in the City .of
Wheat Ridge. The Commission said a no feeding~ordinand'e would be
very difficult to get passed. The Division of Wildlife discourages
feeding of wildlife and can supply signs to be posted. The feeding
of wildlife is a "social behavior" and will be difficult to change.
Education is a major part of trying to change behavior. John Hood
with DOW reported that there is now a repellent available for
grassy areas to discourage geese from feeding. The Commission
asked John Hood if the DOW could do a roundup in Mrs. Harshorn's
neighborhood. A roundup can only be done if the homeowners all
agree and request a roundup.
The Commission also asked John Hood if a roundup was planed for
Prospect Park. No roundup is scheduled.
Margaret Paget updated the Commission on the work being done at
Prospect Park. The lake is to be refilled in July.
Louise Turner told the group that Councilperson Worth received a
letter concerning the geese and their eggs being killed by the kids
and fishermen at Prospect Park. Nick Fisher was not notified that
this was happening.
Two exotic permits were reviewed. Dr. N"orgren made a motion to
approve Louise Turner's permit, seconded by Joe Ashker. Motion
passed. (Louise abstained). Motion made by Louise Turner,
seconded by Bruce McIntyre to approve the EMU exotic permit.
Motion passed.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned.
Dr. William Trefz
Chairperson ~
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Michell todden
Recording Secretary
May 30, 1996
A special meeting was called to discuss the ".Conservation Board.
Concept" prior to the City Council meeting on June. 3rd.
In attendance was-Dr. Trefz, Bruce McIntyre, Karin Heine, Louise
Turner and Nick Fisher. (There was not a quorum).
The Conservation Board concept is one in which two members of
each of the following boards/commissions (Recreation, Animal
Control, Arborist) would make up a sub-committee dealing with
Conservation issues. The ACC thought this was a good idea but
suggested that one or two citizens be added.
Louise Turner brought up the issue of the potbellied pig
ordinance. She feels as though potbellied pigs should be
classified as exotic animals, not household pets. Nick said he
would discuss the change with Bob Widner; however, this issue
will need to be discussed at the next ACC meeting and voted on.
CITY OF T~V'rI.~.? i ~IDG= , COI,O~~JO
INTRODUCED BY COiTiCIL' MEu3EE SOL1~I0
Council Bi11 No. 51 -
Ordiaaace No. !050
Series or 1990
TITLE: ~V ORDI~T.~VCE ~~?ENDING T'r.E CODE OF IL~~iS TO
DEFINE P.ND CL.aSSIcY . POT3ELLIED PIGS A_S
EXOTIC .+l_'V1il'IALS ~~ TO T_LIPOSE REQUI?E?~?EVTS
ODt THS GR?V'l'ING 0= EXCEPTIONS B'. ___~
~~I~IAL CG~T30L COM~IiS SIOV
SdY EBE~J, Cizanter - Oi - t^° Code O. - _dC•iS ClaS51'ieS S'++i`2 -35~. -
dOmeS.C1C ani-,g1 g ~ gCr7 __-. _ - _ _
4tir ERE~S-, the CO'.i'.Cll SiiS^°S t0 ClaSS1iV 00 iD2111flC O_gs, .v.._Ch
1S d*1 _ul_DOrtdd 'varletV 6i- SIJi.^.2, d5 2\Ot1C a 1.^..a15 a.^.C _^.~:O~i 1.^.d _O_
Ce rta.ln reCL'i re:T:enta' Or tale grand^g Oi e:GC°~t10nS O?i _..... -"._-i31
COntrOl COmm:i SB10P. .Or DOtbellled D1gS. _ - - -
3E IT O~DAIVED 9Y TriE CITY COiJPiCIL OF Tc?E CITY 0: ..a°_?_= SIDE,
COLORADO, 15 FOLLO~IS
$°Ct'_O.^. 1 Subs°ction --is{d)(1) O"C.^.e ~i(~e3t R_"~ CqC°_Ot -
LdF/S 1S h°:ebV amended a5 0.110?!S: _ - - -
(1) Tfte `O1lOS1i ,';.^~. are dOm25t1C a^iii:a l5 :__ _
Acuarium -fishes.
Psltocl:^.°_ b1rdS, a'.fia_:i -iinC?-'2S, ei" _d=-
birds (duca, geese, s~.~ans, poultry) .~
Domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus Cuaicu3us).
~?ongolian gerbil (Nleriores Unguicularus) .
G',an°_a Dlg (CaVid t~OrCel?US) .
Hamster (hlusorcriectus auratus).
Domestic laboratory mouse (iKus Domesticus).
Domestic laboratory rat (Rattus Rattus .Albino
Strain).
Do:~:~scic cat (cells Catus) _
Domestic dog (Canis Fa:•~iliaris)_
DomeSt'_C 11VeS COC-„ -i nCl L'Cing bca COt 11m1t°_`^.
to: 'Tors=_s, catt~e, s::^.eep, .goats, mules
don};=ys, burros, llamas, honeyb=es, and swin=_
S eCt10.^. 2. 5115 °Ct.10C1 ?-1"_ OL ^? ;,1P2dt_ ~'_.^.~.ge COG° OL La ::S '_S -.
hereby amenaed as olloa;s:
Sec. ?-1?. Sxotic or wild animals.
(a} __..__^_1D_CeC. _C S^a_l D° ::nlc:i =iiS .O. an'v O°_30n ..
t0 O?JR, DOSS:aS, i!a.00'"-. J.°.. l-1 Or _ r^n`i ^n.- -~...~
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tra_l? C __, any eXOtiC O_" iJi ld an~:;:a15,~ C_: = i S, a^ i
an_mal tP.at 15 nOt a dO~i~8C1C ani mal. CJ: ~C °= 1C i5 a
native animal o this state or rot.
(b) Exceptions. The animal control com^'ission may
grant exceptions to this sectior_ for successive pe'iods
or time not to exceed twelve (12) months.
(C) POTBELLIED PIGS.
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Section 3. S_ai°tv C1_ause. The C_~y Council Hereby =iRds,
02 term1Re5, and declares that t!'1S Ord1RdP.Cc"' iS 5romulgated under
the General police Dower of the City o Sd'Reat 3idge, that it is
promulgated °or t~"!e hedlttl, S3LeCV, and welfare O the OllDl1C and
that t^1S Ord'_naRCe 1S neCeSSarV LOr tCe OreSerL'atiOn OL C!:°al ttl 3~d
SdL°ty-dRd 'Or Ctie prOteCC10R OL OLDl1C COL?VaR_°^Ce a^^ 4:elare
The C1CV OOllRClI Lur.tfler de Ce ri:ii n=S tLlat the Ord 1'!a.^:C ~D?dr5 a
rdt lORal relaC lOR t0 the proper leglSlat l've O~]eCt SOUg'!t CO ~°
atCai ^ed. - - _-- _ _
Sect 10n "- $eyara~ji l i tV. ___11 anV C1di:5~, Se:2tenC°, OaraC raO h, -
Or parC OL Ln1S Ord 1Y13n Ce Or-.'=.OOIi_C3t10n t_1e "eOL CO a::~i Oe r50'! Or -
circumstances shall for any -=_ason be judges by a court o
COmpe Le Rt ]l'.r1Sd1CC10n 1RValid, SUCf1 )Udgment Shall ROt ai LeCC, --
impai- or invalidate the remainder. oL leis Ordinar':G=_ or is
apol-1CHti0P. CO OCher OerSORS Or C1rCUm5Ca.^.CeS.
Section 7. -_=ectiv=_ Day=. T_`1iS O:dir':aace Sha11 t_S'e °_____~
_i=teen days alter =_nal ~oubl±catio:-!.
_NT.°.OD'uCDD, ~?AD, aVD ~D02TSD on =, rs: re -
adz..g by ~ ~•ote o_
CO 0 On Chi_S ~7ti1 da'•: OL aL'gUSt 79,x, C=C°_red ~~_~'_i S:!ed i_.^.-:1..1: __.
a nea.'Spaper o_ ge:,era1 circulation in th=_ City o= ~clheat Ridce aad
?ublic .Hearing a^d COi.Slderat'_O^ O^ ___Ra~ CaSSag°_ Set `6°
September 23, 1990, aad Continued t0 OCtOD?r 1' 199?, d,`_ 7:C0
O'C1OCiC D.m. in t}le COi1RC 11 C11dRL7er5, 7700 %'1eSt 29C.^. :1'.;°.^.LL°, rilnd3C
?idge, Colorado.
7°.lD, ADOPTED ~vD 02DE.°.DD PU3LISH?D on second and Li^=.l
_eadiag by a vote o= '8 to 0 this 1-ta day o' Octob=_r, 19°,'.
S i GNCD by the i^ayor on ta15 .15th d_=.}- o_ Oc[ober 19
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1st Publication: August 30, 199'; October ?,-199'
2nd Publication: Oceober 25, I99o
;~ineat Ridge Transc=i~t
~'i £°Ctive Dat°: November 9, 1990
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CITY OF 'r7I-?E 1T RIDGE, COLOFL3D0
INTRODUCED-BY COUNCIL MEM3aR SOL_3N0
Council Bill No. ?2
Ordinance No. 105
Series of 1990'
TITLE: AN ORDIV.~VCE Ai`~IENDING C?i.-~,?TER 26 b?
THE CODE OF LAWS PERTAINING TO THE
KEEPING-OE POTBELLIED PIGS IN THE
A-2 ZONE DISTRICT
WHEREAS, section 25-19 (Agricultural Two Zone District
Regulations) permits the keeping of hogs (swine) in the A-2 zoning
district but does not refer to the keeping of potbellied pigs, sus
scroia vittatus, which are ar. imported variety o swine; and
W==ERF-~$, the C1tV O: iVnedt Ridge 11a5 r2C°Rt1V C1aSS1"i~d-
pOtbe111ed pigs as an exotic-animal foL the purpose of r~gulatig _
the keeping of such pigs in all zoning districts of the City; and
Wi-?EREAS, tfle keening Of SW~ne and DOtbellled D~gS Sh0'~ld
be d De riilitted DT_in010a1 llSe in the .°-~-2 ZOP.1 ng district which '_5
the most intensive agricultural zone district o_ the City;
W!-iEREAS, the City Council desires to-amend section 25-
'-9(x)(3) to expressly Dermit potbellied pigs to be kept :within the
A-2 Zone d15tr1Ct.
x= IT ORD=?NED 3Y T_J CITY COUNCIL OF-THE CIT'_' OF ;._=?1T
RIDGr'., COLORADO, AS FOLLO~iS:
Section 1 Section 20-19(3)(3} of the Code o' Laws for
the City of .~iheat Ridge, Colorado, is h=_reby am=_nded to read as
follows:
(B) Permitted Principal Uses: uo building or
land shall be .used and no building shall be
hereafter erected, converted or structurally
altered unless otherwise provided herein
except for one (1) or more of the following
uses:
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(3) General farming and the raising or
peeping oL stock, bee keeping,
poultry or small animals such as
rabbits or ~.._._~i__ac CHINCHILLAS,
including the keeping of hag-a SWINE
AND/OR ?OTxELLIED PIGS SUS SCROFA
VITT.4TUS, e:ccept such li''7'e A~VIhLALS
shall not be fed garbage.
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Section 2 Safety- Clause. Th e City Cou _ci1 _erebv
Ll nCS, determ~l neS, aP_-C declares that th1S ~rC1 ^..anCe 15 DrOu'llilga t.eC
unde_ the general police power of-the City of.tdheat Ridce that it
is promulgated for thy-health, safety, and welfare of the Dublic
and tflat th1S Ordinance ~ s r_ecessary ior. the preservat.or. of health
and safety and for- the protection of .public convenience and
welfare. The City Council further determines that the Ordinance
bears a rational relation to the proper legislative object sought
to be attained.
Section 3. Severabilitv: If anY,clause, sentence,
paragraph, or part of this Ordinance or Application thereof to any
person or circumstances shall for any reason be judged by a court
of competent jurisdiction invalid, such judgment shall not affect,
impair or invalidate the remainder of this Ordinance or its
application to other persons or circumstances.
Section ? .Inconsistent Ordinances. All ot'rer ordinance.
or portions thereof inconsistent or conflicting with this ordinance
Or any DOrt1OR hereof are he rebV _eDealed t0 the extent OL -such
inconsistency or conflict. -
Section S. Effect_of Repeal or h?edification. The r~D=_al
or modification of any-provision o= the Code of Laws of the City of --
Wheat Ridge by this ordinance shall not release, extinguish, alter,
modify, or change in whole or in Hart any penalty, forfeiture, or
liability, either civil or criminal, which shall have been incurred
,under such provision, and each provision--shall be treated and held
as st~11 remaining in force for the purposes o. SuStal;!1^.g ary dnd
all prover actions, suits, proceedings, and prosecutions for the
eRtOrCem2nt OL Che Dend1CV, forfeiture, or lability, as well as
for the purpose of sustaining any judgment, decree, or order which
can or may be rendered, entered, or made in such actions, suits, __-
procee.dings, or prosecutions.
Section 6. This Ordinance shall take. effect t"fifteen (15}
days after final publication.
INTRODUC°_D, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote -
of 8 to 0 on this 26th day of August, 1996, ordered published in
full in a newsoaner of general circulation in the City of Wheat
Ridge and Public Hearing and consideration on final passage set for
September 23, 1996 and continued to October 1? 1995, at 7:00
o'clock p.m., in the Council Chambers, 7500-West 29th Avenue; w;^.eat
Ridge,- Colorado: __ -
September 23, L996, continued to October 15, L996.
RR.~D, ADOPTED Aiv'D ORDcRED PUBL?SHED on second and final
reading by a vote of 8 to 0 this Loth day of October
1996.
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S_GNED DV the tlaVOr O^ trig 1Jlh C='v O_ OCLOb2~__
1990._ -
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DAN WILDS, NLaYOR
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W~NDA SANG, CITY CLE
APPROVED AS TO ; 0:?'•? BY CIT~-
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1st Dublication: August 30, 1995 Oceobz: 5, 1995
2nd Publication: October 18, 1996
wheat Ridge Trans cript
ELiective Date: Xovzmber 2, 1996