Pig-biting happens on farms, and if measures are not taken in time, it can lead to injuries and even death of pigs. Therefore, it is very important to take effective treatment methods in a timely manner. This article will introduce the causes of pig bite and how to deal with them to help farmers better manage their pig herds and reduce the risk of pig injury and death.
1. Reasons why pigs bite pigs.
There are many reasons why pigs bite pigs, mainly including the following aspects:
1.Feeding density is too high: the space in the farm is small, and the pigs are squeezed against each other, which is easy to cause fights and bites.
2.Unbalanced nutrition: Pigs lack essential nutrients, such as minerals and vitamins, which can lead to pica and bite.
3.Unsuitable temperature: High or low temperatures can affect the comfort of pigs, causing them to have a stress response and be prone to biting.
4.Individual differences in pigs: When pigs of different breeds, ages, weights and personalities are mixed, individual differences are large and fights are likely to occur.
5.Improper management: Farmers lack management experience, such as not timely grouping, failure to deal with sick and weak pigs, etc., will lead to pig tension and easy to bite.
Second, the handling method of pig biting pig.
For the above reasons, the following methods can be taken:
1.Control the feeding density: Arrange the feeding density of pigs reasonably to ensure that each pig has enough space and a comfortable environment to reduce the possibility of fighting and biting. In general, each pig needs to occupy about 2 square meters of space.
2.Provide adequate nutrition: Ensure that pigs receive adequate nutrition, especially minerals and vitamins. Some natural minerals and vitamins can be added to the feed to meet the growth needs of pigs and prevent the occurrence of pica and bite.
3.Control the ambient temperature: Maintain a suitable ambient temperature to avoid the impact of high or low temperatures on the pigs. Indoor temperatures can be adjusted using air conditioners, fans, and other equipment to make the pigs feel comfortable and reduce the possibility of stress reactions and bites.
4.Group management: According to the characteristics of pig breed, age, weight and personality, group management, different groups of pigs are raised separately to reduce fighting and biting between each other. At the same time, it is necessary to regularly check the health status of the pig herd, deal with the sick and weak pigs in a timely manner, and keep the health of the whole herd in good condition.
5.Introduce buffers: Placing some buffers in the barn, such as planks, straw, etc., can provide shelter for the pigs and reduce the possibility of fights and bites. At the same time, some toys or game facilities can be set up in the pig house to increase the entertainment of the pigs and relieve their tension.
6.Gradual mixing: For pigs that need to be mixed, they should be managed gradually. Different groups of pigs are isolated for observation, and then they are gradually mixed together to allow them to gradually adapt to the new environment and new group. This reduces the likelihood of fights and bites.
7.Observation and documentation: Farmers should regularly observe the behavior and health of their pigs and keep records. Problems can be identified and dealt with in a timely manner through observation records, reducing the risk of injury and death in pigs. At the same time, management measures can be adjusted based on the observation records to improve the health of the entire population.