TWO PIGS who were kept in a shipping container and a garden shed have been given a second chance at life by a sanctuary.
Parsnip and Momma, who had been rescued from "terrible conditions and given a loving life, came into the care of Goodheart Animal Sanctuary when their owner moved abroad to help set up an elephant sanctuary and wanted to ensure they had a forever home.
As a piglet, Parsnip was sold under the misleading label of a “micro pig”, and kept indoors until he became destructive.
He was then shut away in the garden shed without any access to the outdoors.
Momma, who is a Kune Kune pot-bellied cross, came from "an even grimmer situation", in which she was kept in a shipping container, and denied sunlight and fresh air.
After arriving at the sanctuary, which is in Milson near Tenbury, the pair "blossomed", and quickly set their sights on exploring their new habitat, including a pig barn and a peaceful woodland area.
“Parsnip and Momma are settling very well into sanctuary life," a spokesperson said.
" They share a strong bond, so we've kept them together, and they’re loving their new home in our beautiful Pig Woodland," they said.
"Here, they have plenty of space to wallow in the mud, forage among the trees, or snuggle up in their cosy shelter.
"We care for nearly 300 animals at our sanctuary, many of whom have been rescued from situations of cruelty and neglect.
"Here, they’re finally able to enjoy the freedom and space they were once denied.
"Our sanctuary also gives visitors the chance to see that farm animals - just like dogs and cats - are individuals, each with their own unique personalities and welfare needs.”
Visitors will get the chance to meet Parsnip, Momma, and many others next month, when the sanctuary opens its doors for the day.
The autumn open day will take place on September 6, from 10am to 4pm, with tickets available at £5 for an adult, and £4 per child.
Tickets can be bought here: https://www.goodheartanimalsanctuaries.com/autumn-open-day/
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