Wintertime and The Feed Dilemma
“How do you go without feeding in the winter?” “Can they live on pasture, even in the snow?” These are some of the most commonly asked questions I get, and understandably so.
FAQs About Kunekune Sows, part 1
These are three of the most common questions I get about gilts and sows.
The Friendliest Pig On Earth
Do you remember Wilbur from Charlotte’s Web? Poor, rambunctious little Wilbur that you wanted to pick up and hug? Or how about Porky Pig, with that cute little stutter and humble disposition? Oh, and Piglet, from Winnie the Pooh.
Understanding AKKPS Registration Papers: Part 1
One of the best things about Kunekunes is their simplicity. They’re grass-fed, extremely docile, they don’t damage your fencing, and they even wean their own piglets if allowed to.
Planning for Farrowing Season and Pregnant Sows
What’s not to love about the spring time? The early hours of the day are still brisk enough that you get a gentle but ever so direct sensation when your face hits that early morning air, before the sun rises all the way.
The Most Important Things
It’s probably one of the most commonly asked questions by new kunekune owners:
One Sire, Two Sires, Three Sires, Four…
At this point in life, there are few times where I am just completely blown away with the feeling of, “I had no idea that was possible.” I attribute that to two things: knowing the Lord, and the fact that I have six children ages 10 and under.
Kids and KuneKunes
Sometimes I forget that my little farm, and everything it includes, isn’t exactly ‘the norm’ for most people.
Understanding AKKPS Registration Papers: Part 2
For this post, we are going to focus on the section just below the official name of the pig. Much of this information is basic and self-explanatory, but there are a few parts that need some explaining or elaboration.