The Canadian Press
VANCOUVER–A pig with personality is searching for a forever farm after being seized during a cruelty investigation in British Columbia.
The B.C. Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says “Lyle,” a two-year-old black pig, was fearful and didn’t want to be touched when he was taken into care in Metro Vancouver just over a year ago.
But Leiki Salumets, the society’s farm animal care supervisor, said the pudgy porker slowly has transformed into a social and very vocal barnyard character, who loves belly rubs and foot massages.
Volunteers at the barn also have noticed that Lyle’s grunts and squeals become almost melodic when his favourite caregiver is nearby.
Salumets said she’s not sure if Lyle is “opera-ready,” but is pleased he is “more social and vocalizing so much.”
“Lyle is a sweet and gentle fellow just looking for someone to fall in love with him and offer him a home where he will be doted on,” she noted.
