{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Piggy the PTSD Therapy Pig: A Story of Healing, Friendship, and Hope","description":"          In this powerful and heartwarming episode of the Pet Pig Podcast, Autumn welcomes Kevin to share the remarkable journey of his beloved pig, Piggy. Kevin\u2019s love for animals began in childhood, but severe allergies to cats and dogs made it nearly impossible for him to have a traditional pet. After years of searching for the right companion \u2014 and even navigating the need for a doctor\u2019s prescription to keep a pig within city limits \u2014 Kevin\u2019s path led him to Piggy, a Juliana pig who would forever change his life.          Piggy came into Kevin\u2019s world at just over a year old, underweight and in need of a stable home. What began as a learning curve filled with feeding challenges, litter box struggles, and the trials of raising a headstrong young pig eventually became a story of deep friendship and healing. Over the past decade, Piggy has been more than a pet \u2014 he has been Kevin\u2019s source of comfort through severe PTSD, a motivator for daily walks and adventures, and a loyal companion who brought Kevin off heavy medications and back into the rhythm of life.          Kevin shares the playful, stubborn, and incredibly intelligent personality traits that make Piggy so special, from his love of routine (and weekly popcorn!) to his ability to communicate through body language and problem-solving. He also sheds light on the common misconceptions around \u201cteacup\u201d pigs, reminding listeners that pigs grow for several years, can vary greatly in size, and require patience, commitment, and love to thrive.          Now ten and a half years old, Piggy has settled into a joyful routine of long naps, park walks, and plenty of affection. His story is a testament to the resilience of pigs, the unique bond they form with their humans, and the life-changing impact they can have.          This episode is a celebration of healing, friendship, and hope \u2014 and a reminder that when we open our hearts to animals, they often give back more than we could ever imagine. Autumn\u2019s Links:  Website: https:\/\/www.autumnacresminipetpigs.com\/ Email: https:\/\/stan.store\/autumnacresminipetpigs Educational Membership Group: https:\/\/stan.store\/autumnacresminipetpigs\/p\/autumn-acres-educational-membership-group Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/autumnacresminipetpigs\/ Facebook:  HTTP:\/\/Facebook.com\/autumnacresminipetpigs Free Community: https:\/\/stan.store\/autumnacresminipetpigs\/p\/autumn-acres-free-community YouTube: https:\/\/youtube.com\/channel\/UCGue5Kp5AwOXkReCGPUyImA Stan Store: https:\/\/stan.store\/autumnacresminipetpigs Newsletter: https:\/\/stan.store\/autumnacresminipetpigs ","author_name":"The Pet Pig Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/autumnacresminipetpigs.com","html":"