Famous micro pig has a day out in London - PHOTOS

She trotted around the capital on a day out to remember, taking in sights such as Big Ben and the London Eye, before running into the police, who could not resist a cuddle.

Manuka is a ‘micro pig’ – the latest must-have pet for celebrities including David and Victoria Beckham and Harry Potter actor Rupert Grint.

‘A lot of people couldn’t believe they were seeing this tiny little pig trotting around the city,’ said owner and micro pig breeder Jane Croft, of Christchurch, Cambridgeshire.

‘Most were intrigued and came over to say hello to her. She was a bit of a local star for the day.’

At just 12cm (5in) high and 33cm (13in) long, Manuka was dwarfed by some of London’s top attractions, including Trafalgar Square’s huge lions.

Micro pigs – also known as miniature and teacup pigs – grow to just 35cm (14in) tall and live about 20 years.

‘They are such great pets,’ said Jane, 43. ‘They are really very loving and the breed is very intelligent.’

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