Buyer question
Is a Hereford hog pig good for beginners?
Yes: our Animal Library rates the Hereford hog pig 5 out of 5 for beginners (great first pig).
Source: the Hereford hog pig page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Hereford hog pig in the Animal Library
The detail
Hereford hogs were developed in the US Midwest in the 1920s and are red with a white face, like Hereford cattle. They are docile, hardy and do well on pasture, and are popular in youth shows.
- Temperament
- Docile
- Best fit
- Pasture, 4-H
- Docility
- 5 out of 5 (Very docile)
- Hardiness
- 4 out of 5 (Hardy)
What to weigh
Hereford hogs are less common, so finding good breeding stock can take time. They grow slower than commercial breeds.