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Pigs
Over the centuries, man has found almost limitless uses for these farm creatures. Questions here should focus on all things that 'oink.'
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Why is your guinea pig's ear dry?
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What does sweat like a pig mean and why?
The phrase "Sweating like a Pig" means sweating profusely. This sounds illogical, as pigs (the animal) have ineffective sweat glands, but the term is derived from the iron smelting process. After pouring into runners in sand, it is allowed to cool and is seen as resembling a sow and piglets, hence "pig iron". As the pigs cool, the surrounding air reaches its dew point, and beads of moisture form on the surface of the pigs. "Sweating like a pig" indicates that the pig has cooled enough to be moved in safety. it just means that when a pig is hot it rolls in mud.
yes of course :
in lungs : Metastrongulus elongatus
Mestastrongylus pudendotectus
in liver : Hydatid cyst
Cysticercus tenuicollis
in stomach : Ascarops strongylina
Physocephalys sexalatus
Ascaris suum
small intestin : Globocephalus
Brachylaemus suis
Can ferrets catch Swine Flu from pigs?
Yes, they can. This is particularly unfortunate from their point of view as not only does it mean they can become ill through contact with humans, they're also used in laboratory experiments to find cold and 'flu remedies.
So, if you have either a cold or the 'flu, try to handle your ferret as little as possible, wash your hands thouroughly when you do handle them and don't hold them up near your face. Whatever you do, do not give the ferret cold or 'flu remedies intended for use by humans - many contain aspirin and other medicines which are fatal to ferrets.
Can you tell me all about pigs?
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The words "swine," "hogs," and "pigs" refer to animals of the porcine family or pig family.
It is important to maintain the health of your pig. The first 2 or 3 weeks are critical, so you should check your pigs several times each day during this period. Strong appetites, body temperatures of 102.5° F, sleek haircoats, and tightly curled tails are all signs of a healthy pig. Healthy pigs are active and alert with bright looks in their eyes.
You will want a pig that has the proper amount of finish (fat cover) by fair time. Your pig should weigh between 200 and 240 pounds. Healthy pigs will gain from 1.5 to 1.8 pounds per day if fed properly.
A pig will give you many clues when it isn't feeling well. some of the clues are poor appetite, guantness, rough hair coat, a dull look in the eyes, excessive coughing, diarrhea, inactivity and lameness.
If you think a pig is sick, take its rectal temperature. If it is 2 degrees or more above normal, call a vet immediately.
Pigs are non-ruminant animals. They have a single stomach in contrast to such animals as cattle and goats. To grow rapidly and efficiently, swine need a high energy, concentrated grain diet that is low in fiber (cellulose) and is supplemented with adequate protein.
Farm grains are the most common and best source of energy feeds for swine. Corn is an excellent energy feed, and is ideal for finishing feed because it is high in digestible carbohydrates, low in fiber, and is very tasty to pigs! But corn alone will not keep pigs growing and healthy. Corn must be supplemented with vitamins to keep pigs healthy.
Water is the most important part of a pig's diet. One-half to two-thirds of a pig's body is made up of water. Pigs should be supplied with as much clean, fresh water as they will drink. Pigs can live longer without feed than without water.
You will need to consider three things when designing housing for your pigs. First, pigs need a clean, dry, draft-free area under a roof to sleep. Second, pigs have specific space requirements that vary according to their weight. If pigs are crowded, they will be stressed, resulting in decreased growth rates. Finally, pigs--like people--have an ideal temperature at which they are most comfortable. This is called the thermoneutral zone. The ideal temperature for a growing pig is around 70° F; the ideal temperature for a finishing swine is slightly cooler, about 60° F. If the temperature falls below this ideal zone some types of bedding, such as wood shavings, should be used to keep the sleeping area warm. When the temperature rises well above 70° F, misters of water will help to cool your pigs.
Essential equipment includes:
- small, covered sleeping area
- a hog feeder
- water barrel
Equipment you will need for showing:
- garden hose (to wash off pig)
- rubber boots
- scrub brush
- small brush that fits in the pocket of your pants
- mild soap, such as Orvus
- clippers
- cane
- rags (to wash out ears and wipe off feet)
- water bucket and feed pan
Assuming you have a place for your pig to stay, the remaining costs associated with the project are fairly reasonable. The largest expense may be in buying the piglet. In our area, an eight week old pig, weighing around 40 - 50 pounds, is $80. Feed typically runs about $8 - $10 per 50 pound bag, and one bag will usually last two growing pigs about a week. You will also want to buy some straw or wood chips for your pig to sleep on. An estimate for growing a market pig (approximately 12 weeks) is $200.
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Yes, pigs are scavengers and have been known to eat small animal carcasses that they find - although they won't tend to actually hunt an animal down.
In the book and film "Hannibal" Mason Verger keeps pigs which he alternately starves and then feeds with human flesh. Thus the pigs become used to the taste of human meat and will devour his victims that he ties up in their sty. This is technically possible although I wouldn't recommend it as a hobby.
What is the uterus in the pig?
A pig has smaller fallopian tubes and two large horns, which allow for it to have a litter of 8-10
How long does a guinea pigs got?
guinea pigs approximately live to be about 5 to 8 years. but if you take good care of them, they can live up to 10 years. the longest guinea pig who ever lived was a guinea pig named snowball, who lived to be 14 years and 10 months in UK.
if u mean they bleed every month no if u mean they are in heat yes they bleed if u are talkin about somethin elese than IDK
What are pigs mammals or reptial?
Yes. They are of the kingdom Animalia, phylum Chordata, class Sauropsida, order Squamata, suborder Serpentes, family Atractaspididae. This places them in the family of Mole Vipers. They are closely related to other members of the Mole Viper family, such as the African Bighead, and Burrowing Asp. Their genus is Sus.
the biggest pig ever is 4,000 pounds it is me in my sisters pig and we live in Texas
A pig has four legs and a little tail (at the back). Pigs have unusually shaped noses, which are situated at the opposite end of their bodies to their tails. Pigs noses are flat at the front.
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Pigs are part of the barnyard or farm family of animals. They are mammals and their meat is called "pork". Poultry are birds that are used for their feathers, meat or eggs. They are avian. Therefore, pigs don't qualify as "poultry".
Pigs are part of the barnyard or farm family of animals. They are mammals. Poultry are birds that are used for their feathers, meat or eggs. They are avian.
Therefore, pigs don't qualify as "poultry".
Yes but not loads and not much at all if you keep them well groomed
No. They have a hormonal cycle, but it does not go with blood on their genital parts.
Where is the wild pig in the food chain?
Guinea pigs are vegetarians. While several other animals like to eat Guinea Pigs, guinea pigs themselves eat no other animals. Within the fauna, this places Guinea pigs at the bottom of the food chain.
They are part of the Suidae family, there are at least 16 related species in this family.
What is the length of a piglet?
There really is no specific size for any living organism because it depends on the DNA passed on from the parents to their offspring.
yes, wolves can eat pigs so i advise if you are gonna get any that you build something to protect them. thank you
