***This Episode is Sponsored by Pardal’s Petite Pets*** Pardal’s Petite Pets can be found at  www.PardalsPetitePets.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552773110269 https://www.instagram.com/pardalspetitepets   Does your pig respect you? Is your pig mean, loud, destructive, demanding and bossy? If so, your pig has probably developed spoiled pig syndrome. Why does this happen? It happens when a pig becomes a leader. Pigs live by a very strict  hierarchy. So when it comes to living with any species of family, pigs live by that hierarchy. It is an instinct.  What is spoiled pig syndrome? Spoiled pig syndrome refers to a behavioral problem that comes from a pig that does not respect its humans. It’s a very entitled, and very demanding behavior. What are some signs that your pig has spoiled pig syndrome? Biting Charging Warning growels  Snapping Squealing constantly Head swiping Snatching food Failure to move Destruction Can this behavior be changed? ABSOLUTELY! It doesn't matter how old your pig is, it can be done. How can we change it? I will go through a number of ways to change that behavior. Ultimately we want to become the leader. Spoiled pig syndrome is when the pig becomes the leader. How can we change this behavior? Never respond to the actions above Reinforce good behavior Make them work for their food Move the pig Teach your pig obedience skills If you would like to learn more about how to set yourself up to be a leader check out my resources below to find courses, webinars, guides, and also personal consultations in my stan store.   Autumn’s Links:  Website: https://www.autumnacresminipetpigs.com/ Email: Autumn@autumnacresminipetpigs.com Educational Membership Group: https://www.autumnacresminipetpigs.com/support-group-subscription/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autumnacresminipetpigs/ Facebook:  HTTP://Facebook.com/autumnacresminipetpigs Mighty Networks: https://autumn-acres-mini-pet-pigs.mn.co/share/EPW2Ie5isMX4T0Ve YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCGue5Kp5AwOXkReCGPUyImA Stan Store: https://stan.store/autumnacresminipetpigs Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hDNizT