This Polite Pig Waits Calmly for Sunscreen Like a True Southern Gentleman

At The Gentle Barn, a sanctuary for rescued animals in California and Tennessee, every creature has a story. But Henry, one of their rescued pigs, might just be the calmest pig you’ll ever meet.

Every morning, before heading outside, Henry patiently waits as his mom gently applies sunscreen to his ears. No fuss. No oinks. Just pure politeness.

“Good boy, Henry,” she coos as she pats sunscreen into his soft pink skin. “We don’t want your ears to burn, do we?”

@thegentlebarn That kiss at the end 🥹 Why do pigs need sunscreen? The same reason we do! While our rescue pigs do get important protection from the sun in their daily mud baths and all the shade we provide, they need extra help preventing sunburn, especially on sensitive areas like Henry's king-sized ears! #rescuepigs #pigcare #farmanimalsanctuary #piggy #cuteanimals ♬ Married Life (From "Up") - Gina Luciani

Henry doesn’t move a muscle. His little eyes close, as if he’s enjoying a spa moment.

This routine is important. Pigs are especially prone to sunburn, especially around their ears and snouts. But Henry isn’t just protected — he’s pampered.

The Gentle Barn shared the video of this tender moment online, and it quickly melted hearts everywhere. One viewer wrote, “Why is this pig more well-behaved than my toddler?”

Another joked, “Okay, but when’s Henry dropping his self-care routine?”

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Henry’s story is a reminder that animals, when given love and care, respond with trust and sweetness. It's also a reminder that sunscreen isn’t just for us humans!

You can follow more of Henry's daily spa rituals and piggy adventures over at The Gentle Barn’s official page: https://www.gentlebarn.org