Abandoned potbellied pig with wanderlust found in neighborhood. Dwayne needs a home
A pet you don’t see too often at your local city shelter is looking for a new home after his ex-family decided to abandon him when he got loose in New Hampshire.
Meet Dwayne — a 2-year-old pig.
“Dwayne is a dashing potbellied pig on a mission to find his forever home! This friendly fellow has a big personality and an even bigger sense of adventure—in fact, he was actually found out and about exploring a neighborhood!” the New Hampshire Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) in Stratham said in a Jan. 7 Facebook post.
When Dwayne’s original family didn’t claim him, the shelter made it a mission to find the sweet pig a new home.
“Dwayne was not claimed by his former family, so we’re excited to help him find his perfect match. To keep his wanderlust in check, Dwayne will need a home with sturdy fencing to ensure he stays safe and sound,” the shelter said.
“He’s an active guy who thrives on fun, so he’ll need piggy pals or plenty of enrichment activities to keep his clever mind and happy snout busy.”
The shelter notes that Dwayne isn’t castrated, so his new home should only have other males and/or females that have been spayed.
“Dwayne comes with a clean bill of health. He’s up to date on vaccines, microchipped, and ready to trot right into your heart,” the shelter said.
For more information on Dwayne or other adoptable animals, visit the shelter’s website.
Stratham is about a 55-mile drive north from Boston, Massachusetts.
This story was originally published January 7, 2025 at 4:42 PM with the headline "Abandoned potbellied pig with wanderlust found in neighborhood. Dwayne needs a home."