PIG AND RATS ENJOY HEARTWARMING DAYS OUT<br />WITH PIX AND VID<br />By Shuk Yee Tsang<br />A pig and two pet rats melted hearts online after enjoying a series of heartwarming outdoor adventures together.<br />The wholesome moments were filmed by Mina Alali from California, USA, featuring her beloved pig Merlin and her two rats, Mabel and Marble.<br />In one touching video, Mina takes Marble, who has terminal cancer, and her sister Mabel out for what she calls their 'best day ever'.<br />Mina said: “Rats are truly one of the smartest, sweetest animals.<br />"I’ve had five, and they all have different personalities; they’re tiny puppies with hands."<br />The pair enjoy a handmade charcuterie board, explores the grass, and even shares snacks with Merlin, who enthusiastically joins in.<br />Despite Marble’s illness, she happily follows Merlin around the park, exploring and nibbling treats alongside him.<br />In another clip, Mina and Merlin attend a wildlife release event, where rehabilitated owls are returned to nature. <br />Merlin stole the show, charming visitors and other animals, including a pair of tortoises, though he couldn’t resist trying to steal their lettuce.<br />Mina said: “This is my sweet rat Marble. <br />"She has terminal cancer, so I wanted to take her and her sister Mabel out for the best day ever.<br />“I made them a charcuterie board with their favourite snacks, and of course, we had to bring Merlin. He’s very dramatic with his harness!<br />“It kills me to see how Marble’s tumour gets in her way, but she still follows Merlin everywhere. <br />"You can tell this was their best day.<br />“Until the tumour affects her ability to eat or drink, I won’t consider euthanasia. That’s how it’s always been with my rats.<br />“At the owl release, Merlin got to meet tortoises. He was scared at first, then tried to steal their lettuce!<br />"It was such a beautiful event to witness.”<br />END
