Spots

Spots is the modern name commonly used for the American Spotted pig, a breed descended from the old Spotted Poland China tradition. It is a black-and-white spotted meat breed selected for growth, carcass value, and maternal usefulness. The pattern is part of its identity, but the breed is defined by organized selection and herd records rather than by spots alone.

Spots can serve purebred, commercial, and youth livestock programs when breeders maintain both appearance and performance. They need standard swine care: balanced feed, clean water, good footing, shade, and facilities strong enough for adult breeding stock. Selection should include soundness, litter traits, growth, and carcass quality, with spotting treated as one breed feature among several. Buyers should ask whether animals are registered Spots, Spotted Poland China, or simply spotted crossbreds.