Emergency Medical Info
If your pig is sick, go to a veterinarian. Do not try to treat the pig yourself. Murphy’s law of veterinary medicine: Your pig will get sick at night, on a holiday, or
Deworming and Mange
All incoming rescue pigs should be dewormed upon intake. This is protocol for all pigs regardless of deworming history,
Identifying an Ill Pig
When rescuing, it is important to recognize the signs of illness, disease, or injury. You may notice these signs in your existing herd or in a new rescue intake
Vaccinations for a Herd Environment
Vaccinating pigs in a herd environment is more comprehensive than a typical home environment. In a rescue environment
Contagious and Zoonotic Diseases
While disease transmission is always a concern, vigilance is crucial when the health and history of a pig are unknown. Rescuing pigs
Mini Pig Farrowing Info
So you have got a pregnant sow/gilt (sows are girls who have given birth previously, gilts are girls in their first pregnancy) that’s nearing their due date and you
Proper Intake Procedures
Rescue organizations should have official Intake Procedures to guide volunteers with new rescue pigs joining the rescue. These written procedures
Caring for the Pregnant Rescue Sow
Rescuing a pregnant sow is a huge responsibility. A rescued sow has far higher risk involved than a typical breeder pregnancy. The cost