The Painting Pig

Posted on 20 February 2008
Tags: Animals

Smithfield the painting pigMeet Smithfield, The 10 year old pig who has just undergone 19 rounds of radiation therapy to reduce his cancer and hopefully give him 4 more years.

Smithfield can be stubborn and mischievous. But he’s also an excellent student.In addition to having learned how to paint, he can sit, shake and turn around like a dog. He can also Kiss and stick his tongue out with a quick grin.

Smithfield’s artwork



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