Buying a whole or half hog is one of the most practical ways to stock your freezer with high-quality pork for the year.

For families in North Texas looking for pasture-raised pork raised outdoors — not confinement pork from industrial barns — reserving a hog share offers transparency, savings, and full control over your cuts.

When you reserve a hog share, you are purchasing a portion of a live animal before processing.

After harvest, the hog is processed at an inspected facility and custom cut to your specifications.

You receive:

• Pork chops
• Bacon
• Sausage (custom seasoning options)
• Roasts
• Ribs
• Ham (optional curing choices)
• Ground pork
• Specialty cuts if requested
• Organ meats, bones, and fat

This is not a pre-packed bundle.
It is your share of an entire animal.

Our farm raises Kunekune hogs, which are a smaller, heritage breed, so a whole or half Kunekune hog takes up less space in your freezer.  Perfect for small families or someone just wanting to try Kunekune for the first time.

Approximate take-home weights:

Half Hog
• 30-45 lbs. of packaged pork
• 10-15 lbs. of bones, organs, and fat (should you choose to keep it)
• Ideal for small families
• Fits in a small chest freezer


Whole Hog
• 75-90 lbs. of packaged pork
• 20-30 lbs. of bones, organs, and fat (should you choose to keep it)
• Ideal for larger families or shared purchase
• Requires 3 cubic ft freezer

Final weight varies depending on the size of the animal and cut selections.

Our pigs live outdoors on pasture and are rotated to fresh ground.

This means:

• No confinement barns
• Natural rooting behavior
• Access to fresh air and sunlight
• Movement that supports soil health

Diet and environment influence fat quality and flavor.

Customers often notice:

• Richer, more flavorful pork
• Firmer fat texture
• Balanced marbling
• Less water released during cooking

The difference is not additives — it’s how the animal was raised.

Bulk pork is typically priced using:

1. A deposit to reserve your hog paid to the farm
2. A per-pound hanging weight cost paid to the farm once the hog is finished
3. Processing fees paid directly to the butcher and you pick up at the butcher

At Dos Lobos Ranch, ours works like this:

Option 1 - Butcher Ready Hogs

Same as above, except we include butcher costs in the deposit and final payment due to Dos Lobos Ranch at pick up.  You custom pick your cuts and you pick up your processed hog at our farm after we pick it up from the butcher or you can opt to have it delivered to you for an additional charge (up to 60 miles).

*Note* We only offer finish-ready hogs when they come available, usually we're sold out for the year.  Therefore, we offer option 2...

Option 2 - Pay-as-it-grows

A monthly subscription of $136 for 10 months is set up through our Grazecart store to pay for your hoglet as it grows.  Shares get released as piglets make it to weaning age and will be listed in small batches when available.  It includes the same as above, all butcher costs covered, your choice of cuts, pick up at the farm, or delivery for additional charge (up to 60 miles).  Plus, you get monthly pictures including your pig as it grows.

A half-hog option is available using the subscription model for $68 per month for 10 months.

Since we raise a limited number of hogs and they get sold quickly around here, we highly recommend getting in on the subscription model and reserve your hoglet months in advance.

The Value of Hog Shares vs. Our Retail Price

1. Buying a whole Kunekune hog from us outright as retail cuts is about $1,600, an average of $17.78 per lb. for meaty cuts.  We offer a 15% discount for hog shares, saving you $240 for a total of $1,360 paid over 10 months as the pig grows.  That brings your average cost per pound for meaty cuts to $15.11 on average.  (If you opt to keep your organ meats, bones, and fat, add those in as well to bring your average price per pound lower.  Here, we've only calculated the value of the meaty cuts.)
2. You get to choose all of your cuts, including any specialty items you may want (like summer sausage, crown pork roasts, etc.), and your butcher fees are included.
3. You pick up your finished hog at our farm out of our freezers, or you can arrange delivery for an additional charge for up to 60 miles from the farm (or a meeting place 60 miles from the farm if you're further away).

While per-pound pricing for pasture-raised pork can appear higher than grocery store sales, bulk purchasing often lowers the cost compared to buying individual pasture-raised cuts separately.

Many families find that buying in bulk reduces overall grocery trips and meal costs throughout the year.

Bonus: Our pork is always fed a diet that is corn-free, soy-free, and non-GMO.

At harvest, you will complete a simple cut sheet.

You can choose:

• Chop thickness
• Roast sizes
• Sausage seasoning
• Bacon thickness
• Ham curing or fresh
• Smoked or non-smoked options
• Specialty items such as coppa steaks (pork ribeye), crown pork roasts, summer sausage, etc.

If you’re unsure, we guide you through it.

First-time bulk buyers are often surprised how straightforward the process is.

General Kunekune hog guideline:

• Half hog = less than 3–4 cubic feet
• Whole hog = about 3-4 cubic feet

A small chest freezer is typically sufficient for a half Kunekune hog.

For our Dos Lobos Ranch family of two (and we absolutely CRAVE this pork), we easily go through 2-3 hogs per year.

Because pasture-raised pork takes time, availability is limited and scheduled throughout the year as piglets are weaned.

We open reservations in advance and process in small batches to maintain quality and consistency.

Joining the email waitlist ensures notification before the shares are announced to the public.

A whole or half hog is ideal if:

• You cook regularly at home
• You want to reduce grocery store reliance
• You value knowing exactly how your pork was raised
• You want better control over ingredient quality
• You prefer planning meals around your freezer

It may not be ideal if:

• You rarely cook
• You have minimal freezer space
• You prefer frequent small purchases

📊Half Hog vs Whole Hog: Quick Comparison

🥩 Choose a Half Hog If You:

• Have limited freezer space
• Are new to buying bulk pork
• Want variety without a large commitment
• Have a small to medium household

👉 A half hog is the most popular starting point for customers who want to try bulk pork.

🐖 Choose a Whole Hog If You:

Is the pork inspected?

Yes. All hogs are processed at USDA inspected facilities and returned frozen, vacuum sealed, and labeled.  We exclusively use American Butchery in Santo, Texas.

How long will it last in the freezer?

Properly stored vacuum-sealed pork typically maintains quality for 12 months or longer.

Is a deposit required?

Yes, unless you select the pay-as-it-grows option which is a monthly fee. Deposits reserve your animal and are applied toward your final total with 50% due up front and 50% due at pickup.

Can I split a hog with another family?

Yes. Many customers split a whole hog to maximize value.

Buying a hog share is not complicated — it simply requires planning ahead.

When you reserve, you are securing:

• Transparency in how your pork was raised
• Custom cuts tailored to your kitchen
• A freezer stocked with dependable protein

For North Texas families who want pasture-raised pork raised outdoors and processed locally, whole and half hog shares offer the most complete way to buy.