sows and boars

Question 1

when do we expect post partum metritis

Answer 1

any time we pull piglets or have to palpate a sow

Question 2

where do we give ca gluconate in hypocalcemia sows

Answer 2

in the flank becuase of abscess formation.

Question 3

when do we generally preg check

Answer 3

we can as early as 20d but we do it around 30

Question 4

who has more dystocia issues

Answer 4

gilts and older pigs

Question 5

what do we do with uterine prolapse

Answer 5

usually cull or euthanize because they like to farrow overnight and we dont see it until too late.

Question 6

what is a major reason we cull

Answer 6

lameness- injuries and overgrown claws

Question 7

which claws are more affected by overgrowth

Answer 7

hind claws and their dews can get infected

Question 8

how to prevent claw overgrowth

Answer 8

concrete flooring and good conformation

Question 9

how does clark like to sedate for trims

Answer 9

IV ear vein with the lowest possible dose of TKX. they go down fast and wake up fast

Question 10

how often should we be collecting from a boar

Answer 10

2-3x a week. monday and thursday is best

Question 11

what to do about enlargement of the diverticulum in boars

Answer 11

sx removal to prevent masturbation

Question 12

prolapsed penis is more common in who

Answer 12

pot bellies