Hoof health is extra important for pigs—especially during damp weather, when infections are more common. Many of our residents also arrive with chronic hoof problems caused by the way pigs have been bred over generations, making them more vulnerable to pain, arthritis, swollen pads, and lingering injuries.
 
To help them heal, our pigs often need soothing foot soaks…but convincing a 600+ lb pig to step into a tub of water takes some creativity!
 
That’s where cucumbers come in. These crunchy green treats are irresistible to pigs and the perfect lure to coax them into the soak (and keep them happily munching while we care for their hooves).
 
To help them heal, our pigs often need soothing foot soaks…but convincing a 600-lb pig to step into a tub of water takes some creativity!
That’s where cucumbers come in. These crunchy green treats are irresistible to pigs and 
 
That means:
A tasty, low-calorie snack pigs love
The key to stress-free, effective hoof treatments
A simple way to support comfort and healing
 
How You Can Help
Donate the cost of fresh cucumbers and we’ll keep the foot soak sessions running smoothly (and deliciously). If you’d like to give a little extra, we’ll stock up for more treatments. Excess funds (if any) will be used for animal care.
 
Please note: This is a donation item—you won’t receive cucumbers in the mail, but you will help provide healing soaks for pigs at the sanctuary. Any excess funds will go toward fresh produce or animal care as needed. Thank you for helping our herd feel better on their feet!