AKKPS Registered Kunekune Pigs Florida

Carlisle Acres is home to our herd of AKKPS Registered Kunekune Pigs. A small lard pig native to New Zealand that has our hearts. These grazing pigs are gentle, easy to manage, and a joy to snuggle.

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Considering owning kunekunes? These animals are amazing and deserve love and respect. Research their needs, feed, housing and more before you commit.

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Lower COI

COI or Coefficient of inbreeding is a big topic in Kunekunes considering the gene pool was smaller to start with. We personally aim for a LOW COI when we choose our pairings. We feel like this gives our piglets a health advantage

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Bloodline Diversity

Did you know that there are 11 Boar Lines and 14 Sow Lines? We currently have 9 sow lines and 8 boar lines here at Carlisle Acres. Including the rarest sow lines, Haunene & BH Rebecca Gina.

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Breeding for Confirmation & Personality

Kunekunes have so many different traits that make up excellent confirmation; good feet, straight backs, even teat lines, and so much more. We also focus on breeding for personality, manageability, and friendliness. We feel like these traits are just as important.

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Kunekune means “fat & round” in Maori. They are a small lard pig with wattles that originates from New Zealand. Once almost extinct, there numbers have increased thanks to registries in the US & Britain.

Buying a registered kunekune is necessary if you want to ensure that your pig is full kunekune. All registered pigs go through a parentage DNA test to verify they are 100% kunekune pig.

Kunekunes are a grazing pig which makes them perfect for homesteads. They are a slow growing heritage breed, and an easy keeper. They can be raised for breeding, meat, therapy pigs, and so much more.

I wish there was more space to answer. They are truly the most easy to manage, sweet tempered pig out there. We sit with them for hours and they just enjoy snuggles and company. They are entertaining, smart, low maintenance, and just all around awesome

When you get an a new animal socialization and temperament are important. Our kunekunes are socialized from day one. We will only sell breeders that are used to being handled, friendly, and love people. Our pigs/piglets have been around children, dogs, and other animals. On top of that we strive for excellence in confirmation and health. Giving you the best all around kunekune pig.

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