Utah Pigs Give Cops the Run Around During Wild Chase Through Neighborhood
In Grantsville, Utah three little piggies took police on a wild chase through suburbia as they attempted to catch the little runaways before they hurt someone or got hurt themselves.
The Grantsville City Police department shared the hilarious hijinks to their Facebook page.
Fox 13 reports that Officer Cory Cooper was the amazing hero who took the pigs down. "Pigs are notorious for escaping," he explained. "I've known a lot of people who've had them and I've had some experience chasing pigs down when they get out." Four to five officers got to work, with Cooper saying the pigs "eluded" officers for a while.
Law enforcement was unable to determine who these runaway pigs belonged to, so they will be headed to a rescue.
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One person hilariously commented, "Bet when he joined the force, he never thought of this situation. Great job!"
Let's hope the rescue these pigs go to has every secure fencing!
Things to Know Before Adopting a Pig
There is no such thing as a teacup pig.
So many people adopt or purchase what they are told is a teacup pig or mini-pig and when the pig grows to its actually size, which can be hundreds of pounds, the poor animal ends up at a pig rescue or animal shelter. According to the SPCA, There are many breeds of pigs sold as “mini pigs,” including the Kunekune, Juliana and Pot-bellied pig. However, even the smallest breeds of pigs will not remain very small. According to the American Mini Pig Association, a standard mini pig can range from 35 – 50 cm tall and can weigh between 50 – 150 pounds full grown. That is as tall as a border collie, and can be as heavy as a St. Bernard! Any breed of pig that weighs under 350 pounds is considered a “miniature pig.”
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Pigs are incredibly intelligent creatures, and studies have shown that pigs can be even smarter than a three-year-old child. They need mental stimulation and exercise and affection and attention in order to thrive. If your pig is ignored or neglected that can lead to destructive behavior, which leads us to the fact that if you keep a pig inside, it may destroy your floors. Pigs need a dedicated fenced outdoor space where they can get fresh air, sunshine and play around in the mud. if your pig is primarily an indoor pig they may root, which can result in your furniture or wood floors being destroyed. Pigs enjoy digging, whether they are outside or inside pets. Again, according to the SPCA, without opportunities to perform normal pig behaviors, pigs will become bored and create their own fun in the house, often by rooting through cupboards, tearing apart couches and knocking over tables.
Like a lot of other "fad" animals, pigs pay the price when they are no longer wanted, often ending up in shelters. Pet pigs can be very hard to re-home, as these groups often have little ability take in unwanted pigs. You may be left facing euthanasia by a vet. As wonderful as it is to adopt a pig, please be sure you are ready to care for one of these beautiful creatures for its entire life.
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