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When the cricket season ends, James Oval is usually the venue for soccer and ultimate frisbee games.

It is now also grazing pasture for two four-legged friends: Macca the pig and Bonnie the dog.

That's right: Bonnie, the 11-year-old brindle American Staffordshire Terrier, enjoys nibbling on grass, alongside the black pig, the pet of the children at Unicare.

Environmental educator Christine Koba takes Macca for a walk every morning during which he grazes around the campus.   Bonnie's owner, Will Mayne, a history student, brings her to the campus most days and he said she and Macca had become friends and always looked for each other.

"Bonnie has always enjoyed nibbling grass," Will said. "It's actually good for dogs' digestion."

Sometimes Macca sees that Bonnie seems to be enjoying a particular patch of grass, and shoves her gently out of the way, so he can have a taste.

Bonnie is a gentle dog and happily gives way to her friend.