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We got a pot belly pigs a few months ago. He was in a pen in the living room and recently we moved him into the kitchen so he would have more room. He has been doing very good with the litterbox training unless he gets out and he immediately goes to the bathroom everywhere like he is marking his territory. I am the first to admit that we did not do our research beforehand. I want to do everything I can to train him properly because my husband is getting fed up.

A pot-bellied pig can be an inside or outside pet. If you decide to keep your pot bellied pig inside, it must be housebroken. Pot-bellied pigs are highly intelliegent animals and can often be housebroken more easily than dogs. Learn how to housebreak a pot-bellied pig with the following steps. Decide if you want the pig to go outside or in a litter box. Keep in mind that a litter box must be cleaned. Remember that pot-bellied pigs can become large and with that comes bigger messes. Designate an area for the litter box or a place outside for the pig to go. It should be far away from the area that the pig eats. They won't "potty" near their food or sleeping areas. Watch your pot-bellied pig for signs of needing to go potty. If it starts sniffing around looking for a spot, direct him to the designated area. Get them to the area as fast as you can. Reward the pig for going in the appropriate areas. Give it a treat or a good pat. Pigs learn quickly and will soon learn what you are asking.

I have to agree with you. I have a 10 week old male PBP that is going in on the 10th of Jan to be neutered and is already totally potty trained to his large corner box. He is quit an amazing smart little fella. He also sits on command with a treat of fruit. It's funny how many times we practiced that and he now automatically sits when he knows I have fruit in hand. (lol) He has taken half the time to train then my 2 Saint Bernard's and my Shepherd have in the past. I'm really enjoying this little guy we named HOOVER. His name pretty much fits him to a T. Thanks for sharing and I also enjoyed reading your post as well. Happy Holidays )

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