Pigs Flashcards
1
Q
Piglet/sucker
A
From birth to weaning (approximately 5-8 kg)
2
Q
Weaner
A
From the point of weaning up to 30kg. In Australia, pigs are usually weaned at 3-4 weeks of age.
3
Q
Grower
A
30-60kg
4
Q
Finisher
A
60-110kg
5
Q
Sexing pigs
A
Males: umbilicus and pizzle on belly, anus and testes at rear
Females: umbilicus on belly, anus and vulva at rear
6
Q
Piglet processing
A
- Teeth clipping to prevent damage to sow’s teats
- Ear notching for identification
- Iron injection as pigs naturally have low iron levels and can become anaemic
- Tail docking to prevent tail biting
- Castration to prevent boar taint
7
Q
Needle choice for blood sampling
A
Up to 10kg: 20G and 0.5 inch
10-30kg: 18-20G and 1 inch
30-60kg: 18G and 1 inch
60kg and above: 18G and 1.5 inch
8
Q
What procedures can be done when a pig is snared?
A
IM injection, blood sampling, collecting a nasal/saliva sample etc
