Why are micro pigs so expensive?

Theoretically because of the difficulty in breeding the pigs down to that small of a size - as smaller pigs are bred each time and each subsequent new litter is born, health risks go up and fertility actually goes down. read more

Theoretically because of the difficulty in breeding the pigs down to that small of a size - as smaller pigs are bred each time and each subsequent new litter is born, health risks go up and fertility actually goes down. Ergo, it's time consuming and costly to actually breed a micro pig. read more

They’re a scam, that’s why. There IS a genetic variation in pigs that’s been exploited for cosmetic human vanity reasons, but it’s incredibly expensive, rare, and more importantly, it’s very difficult to breed again. Dwarf pigs can be born growing up to their full, healthy, natural size instead. read more

This is why you will see some breeders have more expensive pigs. Be careful with breeders who sell their pigs too cheap you usually always get what you pay for. Real Teacup pigs will cost between 1,500-3,000. read more