The Commuter Pig Keeper

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A Comprehensive Guide to Keeping Pigs when Time is your Most Precious Commodity

By Michaela Giles

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In The Commuter Pig Keeper by Michaela Giles, you'll find a practical guide for those interested in keeping pigs while balancing a busy lifestyle. The book offers insights into sustainable pig-keeping, highlighting the joys and challenges of raising pigs on a small scale. It's perfect for hobbyists and amateur farmers seeking to integrate animal care into their daily routines.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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The Commuter Pig Keeper

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If you love animals and are curious about sustainable living on a small scale, this book may captivate you. It offers insight into the pleasures and challenges of raising pigs in a way that fits around a busy lifestyle, combining practical advice with moments of humour. Ideal for those interested in farming, nature, and how to balance a passion for livestock with the demands of daily life.

As seen on Clarkson's Farm, series 3 episode 2.

Aimed at people with busy schedules this instructive book gives practical information about how to manage a small herd and keep pigs happy and healthy under the time constraints of modern life. The Commuter Pig Keeper is all-inclusive covering various breeds both as breeding herds and food sources.

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As seen on Clarkson's Farm, series 3 episode 2.

Keeping pigs is a task that requires knowledge, but not necessarily time.

Aimed at people with busy schedules, this instructive book gives practical information about how to manage a small herd and keep pigs happy and healthy under the time constraints of modern life.

The Commuter Pig Keeper is all-inclusive, covering various breeds both as breeding herds and food sources. Topics addressed include all aspects of pig rearing, with an in-depth look at breeding, housing, and handling techniques. This essential guide also discusses the administrative and business issues of pig keeping, as well as giving advice on contingency planning for when problems occur.

Written by a member of the Animal and Plant Health Agency’s Pig Expert Group, this book offers useful information for both novice and expert pig keepers.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Commuter Pig Keeper by Michaela Giles is praised for its practical and approachable guide to raising pigs on a small scale, particularly for those with other full-time commitments. Reviewers appreciate its clear instructions and encouragement, making it suitable for beginners and city dwellers dreaming of rural life. The book's engaging style has been noted to empower readers to embark on their pig-keeping journey with confidence.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781910455531

Publisher: 5M Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 August 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: 5M Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 189.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 923g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Michaela Giles has worked in the livestock health industry since 1985 researching into the detection, mechanisms and cures of naturally occurring livestock diseases. She is a member of the Animal and Plant Health Agency's Pig Expert Group, the Animal Health and Welfare South-East group and an elected regional sector representative for the British Pig Association. She is also a regular writer and contributor for the Practical Pigs magazine