Teacup pigs: they are cute, but they grow up eventually

Don't let social media fool you, because in real life adorable little pigs do grow up to be bigger than a small dog. As the "Year of the Pig" gets closer, Chinese social media platforms are flooded with cute pictures of teacup pigs which make many want to get one as a pet. But the fact is a teacup pig, pocket pig, mini pig, or whichever name you may use for them, the animal will eventually grow up. And if you happen to meet an adult pig that's less than 30 kilograms, that animal may be starving. Baby pigs are cute, but you may not think so when they get bigger. Here are some of the pig owners, who chose to love their pets no matter what size they are. Some of the pets are as big as farm pigs and can weigh up to 540 kilograms. [Photo: VCG]