CATDOLL : CATDOLL: Causes and treatments of fever in pigs

Why do pigs have fever?

There are many reasons why pigs have fever, the most common ones include the following:

• Disease infection: Pigs may be infected by bacteria, viruses or parasites, causing fever.
• High ambient temperature: If pigs are exposed to high temperatures, their body temperature will rise.
• Stress response: Pigs may be affected by environmental changes, transportation or feeding methods, leading to stress response and thus fever.
• Nutritional imbalance: Problems with the pig's diet, such as lack of water, vitamins or minerals, can cause fever.

How to deal with fever in pigs

When a pig is found to have a fever, we should take the following measures to deal with it:

1. Observe symptoms: Carefully observe the pig's behavior, appetite and mental state to help analyze the cause of the fever.
2. Measuring body temperature: Use a thermometer to measure the pig's body temperature. Normally, the normal body temperature range should be between 38℃-39.5℃.
3. Adjust the environment: If pigs are found in a high temperature environment, they should be moved to a cool and ventilated place as soon as possible and helped to cool down.
4. Feeding and management: Ensure that pigs are provided with clean drinking water and appropriate feed to help them maintain normal nutritional status.
5. Veterinary consultation: If the cause of the fever cannot be determined or symptoms worsen, consult a veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment.

How to prevent fever in pigs?

In addition to timely treatment of fever, it is also very important to prevent pig fever:

• Maintain a clean environment: Keep the pig house dry and clean, and clean up feces regularly to reduce the chance of pathogens spreading.
• Reasonable feeding and management: Provide pigs with sufficient drinking water and high-quality feed to ensure that their nutritional needs are met.
• Regular veterinary examinations: Have your pigs examined regularly by a veterinarian to detect potential health problems.
• Prevention and control of infectious diseases: Vaccinate pigs regularly to effectively control the occurrence of infectious diseases.

Thank you for reading this article. I hope this article can help you understand the causes and treatments of pig fever, as well as measures to prevent pig fever.