Rehoming a Pig in Queensland: Pet Pigs, Mini Pigs and Boars

Callan Groth

Oct 15

3 min read

Updated: 4 days ago

That mini pig that turned out not so mini. A boar who can't live with the girls any more. A move to a place where pigs aren't allowed. Pigs end up needing new homes for all sorts of reasons, and they're smart, sensitive animals that deserve a good one.

Before arranging a handover, please contact us to confirm available space and whether we can meet the animal's needs. Rehoming is free when we agree to accept an animal, but intake is not automatic and collection is not guaranteed.

Tips for rehoming a pig

Be honest about size. Pigs keep growing for years, and "mini" is a broad term.
Mention desexing. An entire boar needs to be kept apart from sows unless piglets are part of the plan.
Ask about fencing and ground. Pigs dig, root and lean on things. Strong fences and space to wallow matter.
Be careful with "free pig" ads. Ask what the pig is for, and visit if you can.

Valentino the pig standing in the mud, snout first, at Hidden Camp

Valentino's story

Valentino came to us at eight months old from a loving home that had too many boars. He's now our biggest pig, a total ham, and very popular with the girls. Read his story (pig jokes included).

Pig rehoming at Hidden Camp

Hidden Camp is a 169-acre family farm in Glenwood, between Gympie and Maryborough. We can sometimes take in pet pigs, mini pigs, sows and boars for free, depending on the space we have at the time, and once they join the mob they stay for life. Please call before making any plans.

Get in touch. Call or text Callan on 0478 116 143, or send us a message on our rescue and rehoming page.
Tell us about them. Age, health, temperament and a couple of photos help us check whether we have the right space.
Sort out the move. If we have room, drop-off is easiest. Callan can sometimes collect, depending on the animal, distance and timing.

Areas we help

We're in Glenwood, between Gympie and Maryborough, and regularly hear from people in Gympie, Tiaro, Maryborough, Hervey Bay, Tin Can Bay, Rainbow Beach, Noosa and the Sunshine Coast. Further afield, like Brisbane or Bundaberg? Give us a bell and we'll see what we can do.

Need to rehome a pig? Call or text Callan on 0478 116 143, or tell us about them here. Rather help a pig without the mud? Sponsor one of ours from $8 a month.

What to include in your rehoming enquiry

Please include the pig's age, sex, approximate size, whether they are desexed, handling experience, known health issues and current fencing needs. Let us know about any aggression, escape habits or bonded companions, and send recent photos. Be clear if you are asking about an entire male or several pigs.

For every enquiry, include your suburb, contact details, when you need help and whether you can provide transport. Honest information helps us make a suitable plan. Please flag an urgent deadline when you first get in touch.

Can I bring an animal straight to Hidden Camp?

Please call first and wait for an agreed handover time. We need to check capacity, suitable facilities and the animal's needs before accepting them. Do not travel to the farm or leave animals at the gate without an arrangement.

Can you collect, and what if there is no space?

Collection is considered case by case and depends on distance, time and suitable transport; it is not guaranteed. If we cannot accept the animal, ask us whether we know another suitable contact. Keep their care arrangements in place while you work on a confirmed rehoming plan.

Call 0478 116 143, email hiddencamp@outlook.com.au or use our contact page to discuss your animal.