CATDOLL : Dystocia in sows: How to judge these symptoms?

introduction

Dystocia in sows is a very troublesome problem for farmers. If it is not handled properly, it will not only endanger the life of the sow, but may also lead to the death of the fetus. This article will introduce the symptoms of dystocia in sows to help farmers make timely judgments and take countermeasures.

Common symptoms

Sows will show some obvious symptoms when they have dystocia, and farmers can judge by the following points:

• Constant pacing : Sows will usually seek a quiet area before farrowing, but if the farrowing is difficult they may become restless and pace constantly.
• Constantly lying down and getting up : Sows with dystocia may lie down and get up repeatedly, unable to find a comfortable position
• Rapid breathing : Due to the greater force on the body, the sow may experience rapid breathing
• Tail swelling : Dystocia causes swelling of the sow's tail and genitals, and may even cause discharge

Coping strategies

Once it is discovered that the sow may have dystocia, the farmer should immediately take the following measures:

• Call a veterinarian promptly : Professional veterinarians can perform voluntary autopsies and other necessary treatments for sows
• Keep the environment quiet : Give the sows a quiet environment and reduce external interference
• Keep clean : Difficult labor may cause infection. Keeping the environment clean can reduce the risk of infection.
• Avoid forced intervention : Do not force the sow to operate without professional help to avoid aggravating the sow's pain

Conclusion

Dystocia in sows is a relatively common disease, but as long as it is discovered in time and treated correctly, most cases can be safely overcome. I hope this article can help farmers better judge whether sows have dystocia and take correct treatment measures.

Thank you for reading this article. I hope it can help farmers better deal with the problem of sow dystocia.