KuneKune Pig

• ExerciseLow

  Easy-going — daily turnout and light activity are enough.

• GroomingWeekly grooming

  A weekly grooming session keeps coat and hooves healthy.

• Living spaceYard needed

  Needs a yard with grazing space and shelter.

• Owner experienceSome experience helps

  A little know-how makes life smoother.

• Commitment15–20 years

  Plan for a long, loving relationship.

Health to watch: Obesity · Arthritis · Skin conditions

The KuneKune originated in New Zealand, where it was kept by the Maori people; its name means 'fat and round' in Maori. These friendly pigs weigh 60-180 kg, live 15-20 years, and are distinguished by short upturned snouts and, often, a pair of wattles called piri piri hanging from the lower jaw. Unusually among pigs, KuneKunes are true grazers that thrive largely on grass, rooting far less than other breeds and doing minimal pasture damage. They are calm, affectionate, and excellent with families. Provide a dry, insulated shelter, shade, and access to a wallow, along with secure fencing. Feed a measured ration of pasture, hay, and pig pellets to prevent obesity, which stresses their joints. Fresh water, hoof and tusk trims, shade for their skin, and routine deworming keep KuneKunes healthy and content.

• How much exercise does a KuneKune Pig need?

  Low. Easy-going — daily turnout and light activity are enough.

• How much grooming does a KuneKune Pig need?

  Weekly grooming. A weekly grooming session keeps coat and hooves healthy.

• How much land does a KuneKune Pig need?

  Yard needed. Needs a yard with grazing space and shelter.

• Is a KuneKune Pig a good fit for first-time owners?

  Some experience helps. A little know-how makes life smoother.

• How long do KuneKune Pig live?

  15–20 years. Plan for a long, loving relationship.

• What health issues affect the KuneKune Pig?

  Keep an eye out for Obesity, Arthritis, Skin conditions. These are worth raising with your vet, along with any screening they recommend.

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