DiamondTrail Ranch
Think beyond the piglet stage
Arnold was tiny once. A good pig setup plans for an adult animal from the beginning: strong boundaries, shade, a dry bed, water that cannot disappear and a realistic feeding routine.
Have these conversations first
This is not a universal shopping list. It is the short list we would use to begin planning the property, chores and backup systems before bringing this species home.
A real chapter from our Kune Kune story
Kuna is our female Kune Kune pig. She came to our family overweight, so from the day she arrived we began a gradual, closely observed plan to help her move toward a healthier condition. Our videos document that continuing journey honestly, the routines, the patience and what we learn along the way, without treating one pig’s story as a feeding plan for every pig.
Watch our kune kune pigs videos on YouTube →Walk through the system
Piglets grow, push, root and test. We look at every latch and fence line as if the adult pig were already there.
A tipped bowl in Florida heat is an emergency waiting to happen. Heavy containers, backups and shade make daily checks far less stressful.
Kune Kunes can make people think grazing alone answers every feeding question. We treat feeding as something to plan with reliable breed, veterinary and local guidance.
Mud arrives fast during summer rain, while dry sandy areas can still become hot. Pen placement and shade matter as much as the shelter itself.
From our YouTube channel
Follow Arnold and our family’s experience raising Kune Kunes from piglets to adults in this DiamondTrail Ranch playlist.
This page’s written guide provides the practical information behind the video. The YouTube player provides caption controls when captions are available.
Open the Kune Kune playlist ↗These pages share our family’s experience and questions we believe beginners should ask. Needs vary by animal, property and location. Use appropriate veterinary, agricultural, emergency and local sources for decisions specific to your situation.