The Pet Pig Podcast · Episode 134 · November 4, 2025 · 20 min

134. Be a Good Leader: Preventing Spoiled Pig Syndrome

https://mikkoschoice.com/ https://stan.store/autumnacresminipetpigs/p/autumn-acres-educational-membership-group-copy Welcome back to The Pet Pig Podcast! In this episode of a two-part series, Autumn dives into one of the most common challenges pig families face — Spoiled Pig Syndrome, or SPS. Don't let the name fool you — SPS isn't a hopeless situation or a sign that you've failed as a pig parent. It's a natural result of unclear boundaries and leadership, and the good news is that it's 100% preventable and fixable. Autumn explains how pigs view the world through hierarchy and body language, not words, and why stepping confidently into the leader role is the key to raising a respectful, relaxed, and happy pig. You'll learn the foundations of leadership, including: • Understanding pig hierarchy and how pigs communicate respect • How to use the "Move the Pig" technique to earn respect through calm, confident movement • What to do if your pig challenges your authority — without fear, anger, or yelling • Why making your pig "work for food" builds trust, patience, and self-control • How to stop the screaming habit by breaking the reward cycle This episode will help you understand your pig's behavior on a deeper level and give you the tools to build a strong, trusting relationship through leadership — not force. Autumn's Links: Autumn Acres Website Autumn Acres Email Autumn Acres Instagram Autumn Acres Facebook Autumn Acres Free Community Autumn Acres YouTube Autumn Acres Stan Store Autumn Acres Newsletter