Micro pig most people have probably heard that pigs are smarter than dogs. studies have shown that pigs are thought to have the intelligence of a 3-year-old human child. a penn state study showed that pigs can play video games that use joysticks. in fact, they proved to be better at the games than some members of the chimp family. the same study revealed that pigs could be taught to recognize and use objects, like a frisbee or a dumb bell, and still remember them three years later. university of illinois scientists conducted a study in which pigs used trial and error to figure out how to turn the heat on and off in a cold barn. although we might find a pig's intelligence to be impressive, most of us would be unlikely to allow a full-grown one to live in our homes. people who would consider a pig for a pet are in luck. micro pigs are the latest craze in unusual pets. but don’t think of them as purse or pocket pigs! they grow to be about 40 to 65 pounds, the size of many adult dogs. because pigs have hair instead of fur, they might actually prove to be better pets for people with allergies. they can be trained to use a litter box, and most owners say they’re clean animals. however, do your research before choosing a pig as a pet. pigs can be destructive if they don’t have the companionship, attention, stimulation, and boundaries they require. pigs are social animals, and some breeders only sell them in pairs. 6 which statement from the article supports the idea that having a micro pig as a pet is a bad idea? a. because pigs have hair instead of fur, they might actually prove to be better pets for people with allergies. b. university of illinois scientists conducted a study in which pigs used trial and error to figure out how to turn the heat on and off in a cold barn. c. the same study revealed that pigs could be taught to recognize and use objects, like a frisbee or a dumb bell, and still remember them three years later. d. pigs can be destructive if they don't have the companionship, attention, stimulation, and boundaries they require.