CATDOLL : Sow pregnancy cycle and related feeding and management skills

Sow pregnancy cycle

The gestation period of a sow is very important. Generally speaking, the gestation period of a sow is about 114 days, but there may be some fluctuations.

How to tell if a sow is pregnant

1. Observe the behavioral changes of sows: Pregnant sows will gradually become wider, eat more, and behave lazily.

2. Body temperature detection method: The body temperature of pregnant sows is relatively stable and usually increases in the later stages of pregnancy.

3. Abdominal palpation: By gently touching the sow's abdomen, you can feel the fetal movement.

4. Test for pregnancy hormones: You can ask your veterinarian to help with pregnancy hormone testing to confirm the pregnancy.

Feeding and management of sows during pregnancy

1. Reasonable feeding: Strengthen the feeding management of sows during pregnancy to ensure that they get adequate nutrition.

2. Regular check-ups: Ask a veterinarian to perform regular prenatal check-ups to ensure the health of the sow and fetus.

3. Provide a comfortable environment: Keep the sow’s living environment clean and provide a comfortable living space.

4. Pay attention to observation: Closely observe the condition of the sow and deal with any abnormalities in a timely manner.

During the sow's pregnancy, reasonable feeding and management is the key to ensure the productivity of the pig herd. I hope the above content can help you better understand the sow's pregnancy cycle and related feeding and management techniques.

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