Lecture 2 Flashcards
Which breeds of pig are common as pets?
-vietnamese pot bellied pig
-miniature kune kune
What are the main characteristics of pig behavior?
-smart
-untrusting
What are the general rules of pig restraint?
-leash/harness
-use pig boards
-less is more
-place on back
-bucket to back them up
-sling
When should young pigs be weaned?
8 weeks
Which element is important and should be given as injection to piglets?
iron
What are the characteristics of pig diet?
-mostly vegetables and pig pellets
-fed based on age, activity level, BCS, env. temp., access to pasture
-prone to obesity
Which vx are common in pigs?
-Erysipelas
-Leptospirosis/Erysipelas combo
-Tetanus toxoid
-rabies (off-label)
What are the characteristics of tusks and tusk trimming?
-erupt at 5-7 mo.
-need trimmed 1-2 times a year
-leave 4 mm above gum line
-gigli wire or dremmel
What can lead to lameness in pigs?
-overgrown hooves
-elbow osteoarthritis
What is typically necessary to reach a pig’s jugular vein?
cut down
Where is blood collected from in pigs when possible?
ear veins
What happens when pigs experience water deprivation?
hypernatremia/high sodium levels
