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HOW TO: Recognise The Signs Of A Sick Pig

Updated: Sep 1, 2021




  • Appetite Loss.

  • Abnormal and difficult breathing.

  • Dull animal.

  • Defecation of feces that are excessively hard or watery.

  • Blood stained or contaminated with worms feces. High temperature (fever) and irregular pulse. Rough coat of hair.

  • Coughing, diarrhea, lameness, nasal discharge, abortion, and discoloration of the skin.

  • Rubbing against objects (irritation or itching).



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