The 18-year-old animal is a popular attraction alongside the Lochside Trail in Greater Victoria, but the owners say she may have to be euthanized after complaint
The owners of an elderly pig have been ordered by the SPCA to either get her checked by a vet or have her euthanized, following a complaint from a member of the public.
The Winkels received a similar notice from the SPCA last year and paid for a veterinarian to check out their pigs. At the time, they had another older sow, which has since died. Domestic pigs typically live 15 to 20 years.The pig has a chronic but treatable skin condition brought on by old age, the Winkels said, but is not in pain, has a healthy appetite and comes when called.
The pig, a cross between a Danish Landrace and Duroc, is popular with trail users, who frequently stop for a visit and photos. They moved to Canada from the Netherlands in 1964. Frans worked as a gardener in Oak Bay and the couple ran the farm together.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Elderly pig's future uncertain after complaint to SPCAThe 18-year-old animal is a popular attraction alongside the Lochside Trail, but the owners say she may have to be euthanized after complaint
Read more »
Greater Sudbury Cubs ready to roar into new seasonNOJHL club releases its 2023-24 season schedule
Read more »
Greater Victoria first responders to play in charity slo-pitch gameLocal first responders and members of the Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame will take part in a charity slo-pitch softball game.
Read more »
More than $4.9M in grants helps fund 199 organizations in Greater VictoriaThe Victoria Foundation’s Community Grants Program has distributed $4.899 million to support 199 organizations in the capital region.
Read more »
Greater Sudbury’s population projected to hit 188,510 by 2051Population projections for Greater Sudbury by Hemson Consulting range from 182,700 to 200,000 by the year 2051, with their mid-range estimate coming in at 188,510
Read more »
CVRD gets provincial funding for repairs to flood-damaged Cowichan Valley TrailB.C. is helping fund repairs to the Cowichan Valley Trail, which closed more than a year ago between Agira and Sherman roads due to flooding.
Read more »