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Pigs have a sheep-like appearance, the character of dogs

Animals - Mar 18, 2023
Pigs have a sheep-like appearance, the character of dogs

Peace Ridge Sanctuary has a 3-year-old pig named Angus, belonging to the Mangalitsa breed, which has attracted a lot of attention because it is very special. Angus is often called a sheep pig because of its sheep-like coat and dog-like disposition.

Mangalitsa pig breed.
Mangalitsa pig breed.

In 2018, Angus pigs were rescued by staff from the Maine Animal Protection Program (USA). Fortunately, due to the excellent living environment, the pigs did not take long to adapt to the new home and gained weight rapidly.

Angus' coat is so thick and long that it can be mistaken for a sheep.
Angus' coat is so thick and long that it can be mistaken for a sheep.

"When he was first brought here, Angus worried us because he was in poor health. But now he's a big, bossy pig," said sanctuary director Melissa Andrews.

As adults, Angus' fur is up to 10 centimeters long, curly and stiff, and looks more like a sheep or bear than a pig.

Angus likes to roll on the floor and let the staff rub his stomach as a hobby.
Angus likes to roll on the floor and let the staff rub his stomach as a hobby.

Andrew said: “Angus lives on the same block as two other pigs. He loves sleeping next to his two best friends at night and going on adventures with his best friend Wilbur.

Angus' two close friends.
Angus' two close friends.

Wilbur was a good pig until Angus showed up and the pig was like 'You wanna mess around, man? '.

The pig, named Angus, is 3 years old and belongs to the famous Hungarian curly-haired pig breed.
The pig, named Angus, is 3 years old and belongs to the famous Hungarian curly-haired pig breed.

Mangalitsa is a rare pig breed that originated in Hungary. An odd feature is that it has a thick, shaggy coat that covers its body like sheep's wool.