Pigs

Title: Pigs
Author: Duncan Searl
Publisher: Bearport
Copyright: 2006 Bearport Publishing Company
Ages: 9-12
Pages: 32
Genre: Nonfiction

Summary:
Pigs are incredibly smart animals. Many people do not know that they are just as intelligent as dogs and do many of the same jobs that dogs do. For example, helping the blind, sheep herders, and hunters. Pigs scored the highest in a maze test and are even able to play video games with their snout. On some farms, the pigs have been taught to control their environment. When they get too warm, they turn the heat lamps off, and when they are cold they turn the heat lamps on. Pigs are even used on the police force and are great at finding drugs and guns. Pigs love the water and have been known to save people from drowning. Just like dogs, pigs love to be loved and respected.

Recommendations:
Someone who is looking into getting a new pet, like a dog or pig.

Potential Problems:
I don’t see any.

My Reaction:
I liked it, I learned a lot about pigs and how intelligent they really are. It sounds like they could be useful to have around, but I think I’ll stick with my dog Sadie.