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The crew of the sailboat Sylphia rehomed their pet pig, Peanut, in the Solomon Islands after failing to secure the necessary permits to transport her to Australia. Strict biosecurity regulations regarding African swine fever prevented the pig from entering Australia, as authorities classified her as livestock rather than a pet.1:26 The owners transported Peanut to a local family in Honiara, where she will live in a residential setting with a yard.9:57 The transition involved securing a custom-built transport cage and coordinating with the new owners to ensure the animal's welfare.10:47 The crew spent their final days with the pig documenting her life on board, which included training, swimming, and traveling between islands.4:28 The decision to rehome the pig followed months of unsuccessful attempts to navigate international animal import requirements.9:39

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