Potbellied Pig Behavior and Training: A Complete Guide for Solving Behavioral Problems in Vietnamese Potbellied Pigs, Revised Edition [Paperback]

Priscilla Valentine (Author), Pine Orchard (Editor), Inc. (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 2011

Is your pet pig going through the "terrible twos"? Has he abandoned the litterbox, become destructive, refused to go outside in cold weather, screamed for his food, or dislikes visitors? "Potbellied Pig Behavior and Training" was written to provide easy solutions to the thirty most common pig problems. It also covers how to shape your potbelly's behavior from 8 weeks through the rest of his life. In addition, it contains two chapters on aggression, with a ten step program to "cure" it. Or, if you want your pig to be a TV star, there are simple instructions to teach him 20 amazing tricks! The delightful color photos and gorgeous cover will make this book a perfect candidate for the coffee table. But best of all, this book covers behavior modification that other books leave out. It explains why your pig acts the way he does, and why our solutions work. It makes training your pig simple and fun, and now in the 2007 edition, has almost 100 amazing and darling COLOR photos! It is the "Potbelly Bible" and only book you will need for the life of your pig. From the Publisher PETS / PSYCHOLOGY. Learn the common-sense approach to enjoy your potbellied pig from an expert trainer who has owned numerous Potbellied Pig Trick Campions of the World and has appeared on national TV countless times. Find out how to choose the right pig, train your pig to obey and how to discipline it, follow the Pig Programming philosophy, use the Ten-Step Program for behavior, and solve pig problems from A to Z. Includes 64 color photos, 21 black/white photos, an index, and an animated cartoon pig on the page corners with page-flipping.

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From the Publisher

PETS / PSYCHOLOGY. Learn the common-sense approach to enjoy your potbellied pig from an expert trainer who has owned numerous Potbellied Pig Trick Campions of the World and has appeared on national TV countless times. Find out how to choose the right pig, train your pig to obey and how to discipline it, follow the Pig Programming philosophy, use the Ten-Step Program for behavior, and solve pig problems from A to Z. Includes 64 color photos, 21 black/white photos, an index, and an animated cartoon pig on the page corners with page-flipping.

About the Author

Priscilla Valentine has a Bachelor's Degree in English/Psychology and has been involved in training pigs for 30 years. Her pigs are NCOPP Permanent Champions in obedience and she and her husband live with 5 "house pigs". In addition, she has appeared on TV and in newspapers countless times with "Valentine's Performing Pigs." (Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and Oprah) She also lectures on pig care and behavior, and rescues homeless potbellied pigs. She contributes money from selling her book to pig rescues and sanctuaries.

Product Details

• Paperback: 193 pages
• Publisher: Luminary Media Group; 4th edition (July 1, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1930580746
• ISBN-13: 978-1930580749
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #76,558 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars PetPig People need this book!, January 21, 2001

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John Valincius "John" (Eagleville, PA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Potbellied Pig Behavior And Training (Paperback)

Pigs are not your average pet. They're smarter and more demanding than any dog or cat. But too often we hear that a pig owner can't meet the challenge of ownership. What should be a 15 year (or so) commitment is too often terminated with the pig abandoned. Many of these failed relationships between a petpig and their owner could be saved with a little pre-education and patience. I think this is where Potbellied Pig Behavior and Training reveals it's greatest potential. Ms. Valentine is a professional pig owner, trainer, performer and educator. Her love of pigs comes shining through her book. She brings her hard earned lessons to this easy to read and entertaining book about pet pigs. She covers everything from how to select a pig and what to feed it to how to train it and keep it (and you) happy with the relationship. This is must pre-reading for anyone considering adopting a pig who wants to get the most from their existing long term commitment.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Training Book! A must for all PBP owners!, April 8, 2002

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Scott Gurley (St. Louis, MO) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Potbellied Pig Behavior And Training (Paperback)

Priscilla Valentine has written a masterpiece on training of the potbellied pig. Besides the fun of seeing your pet do tricks, this book is great for the new owner or the experienced owner with a problem pig-child. Through training your pig and giving him something to work for, much better all-around behavior can be attained. If you are considering this book, buy it! Priscilla has included info on selection and care of the pet pig as well.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally a book that offers a unique, and easy way to train, September 29, 2001

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"h2o-pistol" (Oklahoma USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Potbellied Pig Behavior And Training (Paperback)

This book is a perfect guide for the first time pig owner, or even the seasoned owner who has potbellied pigs, or miniatures.I must say. This book has almost every answer to any question. Plus great, and easy ways to teach your pot bellied pig tricks. I found this book very easy to follow. For teaching tricks, and behavior !