We bought mum inside for the last litter as it was Winter but now we are finally into Spring, we will leave her free ranging outside and see how she gets along raising her litter. It is very tempting to bring her in again as it is undoubtedly a safer option for the pups - however it means that mum has to be confined for a long time again after having free ranged and pups miss out on being born into a much more natural setup than living in a small cage in the house. Plus daddy pig misses out on the whole experience and is left alone, wondering where his wife disappeared to. So yes, there is risk involved for the new litter, but I believe in mummy pig and her ability to raise and protect her young.
Ginger doing a great impression of Jabba the Hut! LOL
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