Chowder is not like other dogs. In fact, he’s not a dog at all. Eight-year-old Chowder is a Vietnamese potbellied pig, but he’s been brought up alongside five rescue dogs and feels right at home with his furry siblings.
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Chowder lives on a farm with his adoptive siblings and their proud pet-parent Shelby Madere, and this unusual family has taken the internet by storm.
Chowder may look different from his siblings, but he has no problem hanging with the gang.
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Dedicated pet-mom Shelby Madere takes good care of the whole gang and keeps them all safe and happy.
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Chowder is a very bright little pig and loves a good cuddle.
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And he strikes a pose just as well as his sister Nya.
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Chowder loves playing with his siblings, and they love playing with him.
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He doesn’t need paws to walk straight into our hearts. What a charmer.
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Chowder and his siblings make an adorable sight.
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Just look at this precious crew.
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You can really tell how much they love each other.
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They’re all so happy that Madere brought them together.
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Because the love they share runs deeper than any superficial differences. They are, and forever will be, a family.
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