The Breeding Herd 9 Flashcards
1
Q
Which pathogens cause piglet scour between 0-48 hours and between 7-10 days?
A
0-48 hours - bacterial, E.coli or clostridia
7-10 days - rotavirus, E.coli and later on coccidiosis
2
Q
List common congenital deformities seen in piglets
A
Splayleg
Atresia ani
Cleft palate
Thickened forelegs
Congenital tremor
Hydropcephalus