Pet pig popular in Beijing
(Chinanews.cn)
Updated: 2005-10-10 15:07

Pigs become popular in the pet markets in Beijing despite of the high prices, 400 yuan (US$48) each.

The pet gigs will reach a full-grown weight of only 5 kilograms after 5 months and can be fed with vegetables, fruits, dog or cat food. Rising incomes and increased leisure time have spurred a new generation of pet owners in China, a market that is growing at 15 percent a year.