Miniature pet pig nutrition
The text below is reproduced verbatim from the first-hand source (Merck Veterinary Manual).
> Fresh water should be available to miniature pet pigs (MPPs) at all times to prevent dehydration and salt toxicosis (water deprivation–sodium ion intoxication). > An animal that ingests excess sodium chloride, especially when water is limited, can develop salt toxicosis.
Source: pdf-raw/exotic-health/mvm_mini_pig_feeding_2026.txt (first-hand professional veterinary reference, tag-stripped).
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Fresh water should be available to miniature pet pigs (MPPs) at all times to prevent dehydration and salt toxicosis (water deprivation–sodium ion intoxication).An animal that ingests excess sodium chloride, especially when water is limited, can develop salt toxicosis.