Kate Gurnsey

Kate Gurnsey and Jim Gurnsey raise American guinea hogs in Templeton, Pennsylvania, in northwestern Pennsylvania near Erie. They have devoted several years to breeding this heritage hog and follow conservation standards set by rare livestock associations. Their pigs live outdoors on rotated pasture with year-round access to shelters and straw bedding, and litters are handled daily to build calm temperaments. Biosecurity protocols and annual veterinarian checks support herd health and genetic diversity.

Visitors often note the century-old barn that anchors the farm’s landscape, reflecting a focus on sustainable land use and local heritage. Their approach balances traditional husbandry with selective breeding to preserve the breed’s hardiness and docile nature. Multiple online reviews mention the Gurnseys’ transparent care routines and the pigs’ relaxed demeanor. The farm’s small-scale operation ensures individual attention for each litter, a detail praised by family farmers across the region.