Oh right, Limey G reminded me of a comment. If that is a cane that goes to the ground like a walking stick, then it needs to go the ground. It's a simple matter to continue that line to in front of his legs at his feet. But those pigs do make for a bold graphic shape. And maybe their disposition fits with this gent, sort of speaking to his demeanor? I didn't take it that way, but could be now that it's been brought to light.
"Not a bit is wasted and the best is yet to come. . ." -- remembered from a dream