Now this is a day used to recognize the importance of domesticated pigs, a highly clever and intelligent animal. They are a household pet to some that can be trained and taught tricks.
In Dublin in 1772, a trained swine called the Learned Pig told time, counted and other such tricks to entertain crowds in the streets.
Pigs have been popular storybook characters for generations. From A.A. Milne’s Piglet to E.B. White’s Wilbur, pigs have an endearing and flavorful quality about them that makes us love them.
There are hundreds of different breeds, most of which are descended from the Eurasian Wild Boar.
The female is called a gilt and can produce 10 piglets in a single litter.
They also produce bacon, ham, baby back ribs, spare ribs, sirloin, pork belly and oh, so many more delectable barbecue items it would be a shame to not honor the swine on this day of all days.
Now is it wrong to honor such a wonderful animal by eating it - I am a huge bacon fan but have to say feeling a bit guilty about it today especially seeing as it is also Ash Wednesday!!
So a donation it is: Pigs Peace Sanctuary came up straight away and I am a huge Seattle / Pacific Northwest fan
Source: http://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-pig-day-march-1/
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