CATDOLL : CATDOLL: Parasitic infections in sows and their treatment

Symptoms of parasitic infection in sows

Parasite infection is one of the common problems in sow farming. When sows are attacked by parasites, they will show a series of symptoms. Common symptoms include loss of appetite, weight loss, dull fur, vomiting and diarrhea. In addition, sows infected with parasites may also show problems such as mental depression, reduced activity and reduced milk production.

Causes of parasitic infections

The main causes of parasitic infections in sows are unclean environment, contaminated drinking water or feed, or contact with pigs infected with parasites. In addition, the ventilation conditions and biosecurity measures of the pig house will also affect whether the sows are susceptible to parasitic infections.

Treatment of parasitic infections in sows

Once a sow is found to be infected with parasites, treatment should be taken as soon as possible to prevent the condition from getting worse. The following are some common treatments for sow parasite infections:

• Medication: Based on your veterinarian's advice, you can use anthelmintics for different parasites to treat the infection. Use the medication strictly according to the instructions and veterinarian's instructions.
• Environmental cleaning and disinfection: Thoroughly cleaning the pig house and disinfecting facilities such as waterers and feeders with chemicals can effectively reduce the risk of sows being infected with parasites.
• Farming management: Strengthen farming management, keep the pig house in good ventilation condition, clean up the debris in the pig house regularly, and control the contact between pigs and infected pigs.

Measures to prevent parasite infection in sows

Prevention is better than cure and taking some preventive measures can reduce the risk of parasites in sows. Here are some common measures:

• Regular deworming: Perform regular deworming treatments as recommended by your veterinarian to protect sows from parasites.
• Keep the environment clean: Keep the pig house clean and sanitary, clean up the debris in the pig house regularly, and disinfect facilities such as waterers and feeders with chemicals.
• Feeding and management: Rationally allocate feed, clean feeders regularly, and set up reasonable rest areas to provide a good breeding environment for sows.

Parasite infection in sows is a common problem in pig farming, but by taking appropriate preventive and therapeutic measures, the risk of infection can be reduced and the health and production performance of sows can be maintained. If symptoms of parasite infection are found in sows, a veterinarian should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment in time.

Thank you for reading this article. I hope it helps you understand and deal with sow parasite infections!