Esther the Wonder Pig—the pig that inspired people all over the world to see farm animals in a new light—has died at the age of 11.
Steve Jenkins and Derek Walters adopted Esther when she was just a piglet, under the impression she was a “micropig” or “teacup pig.” But when she grew to be around 600 pounds, they stuck by her side. After separating in 2022, Jenkins and Walter still remained devoted co-parents to Esther.
Over the last 11 years, Esther changed the way her dads felt about farm animals forever, inspiring them to write a book and even open their own farm animal sanctuary.
Esther’s death was announced on her Instagram page, which was used by Jenkins to post regular updates of her life, and has amassed nearly 580,000 followers over the years.
“There’s no easy way to say this, but the day we all wished would never come has arrived. Esther has passed away….