CATDOLL : Sow farrowing: correct operation steps and precautions

Correct operation steps for sows to farrow

Sows are the main productive force in the pig house, and farrowing is a crucial link in the pig farm. When sows farrow, the correct operating steps are crucial.

• Prepare in advance: When the sow is about to give birth, a clean farrowing room should be prepared in advance to ensure that the sow has a quiet, dry and warm farrowing environment.
• Observation: Observe the sow's behavior closely and be prepared as soon as you notice any signs of farrowing.
• Assisted delivery: When sows give birth, they need assistance to ensure the smooth delivery of healthy piglets.
• Cleanliness: Clean the delivery room promptly after delivery to keep the environment clean and tidy to prevent the spread of disease.
• Feeding: After giving birth, sows should be given an appropriate amount of high-quality feed in time to ensure the nutritional supply of sows and piglets.

Things to note when sows give birth

In addition to the correct operating steps, the sow needs to pay attention to the following points when farrowing:

• Keep quiet: During the farrowing process, keep the pig house quiet and avoid external interference.
• Prevent fright: Sows are easily frightened when giving birth and may hurt themselves or their piglets, so the surrounding environment needs to be kept quiet.
• Control temperature: Make sure the temperature in the farrowing room is appropriate. Too high or too low temperature will affect the health of sows and piglets.
• Monitor the labor process: Closely observe the sow's labor process and take immediate action if any abnormalities are found.
• Caring for newborn piglets: Make sure newborn piglets get enough milk, stay warm, and prevent infection.

Sow farrowing is an important link in a pig farm. Only by following the correct operating steps and precautions can the healthy growth of sows and piglets be guaranteed.

Thank you for reading this article. I hope it will be helpful to you in your pig farming process.