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Raising a healthy pig at home commences with the process of bio-security. Bio-security basically is the culmination of precautions taken to minimize the possibility of introducing infections and disease among the animal population, policies and measures taken for protecting a nations food supply and agricultural resources and last but not the least, set of preventative measures taken to reduce the risk of introducing or spreading of the disease.

The process of bio-security becomes active and slowly gains momentum when your first purchase your pig and thereafter is an ongoing process. You can protect you pig from contaminating any disease and infections by using sterilized, clean farm specific clothes and boots when tending to the herd. Diseases can also be kept at bay by disinfecting, cleaning and drying the show equipment and vehicles before they are used in succession. Isolating animals that have been purchased or are returning from a show from the healthy or non sick ones also helps to keep the coast clear from any infections.

Pigs also have brighter chances to sustain a healthy lifestyle if you and your animal are in close association of a veterinarian. A veterinarian can do an informative job of guiding you to adapt the bio-security features to the kind of production system that you have at home and also the knowledge of the various diseases in your area. If your pig does get sick, your veterinarian is at close call and can immediately diagnose and treat the disease. Before you decide on your pigs entry in an exhibition or show, it is suggestive to consult your veterinarian in order to map out a vaccination protocol and bio-security specific program as pigs are commingled and more susceptible to transmitting diseases at such swine exhibitions.

Pigs need lots of food to be healthy. A diet that is rich in energy and supplemented with plenty of protein is recommended and wholesome to maintain healthy growth of your pig. A pig can not be called a pig unless it loves its food. Expect your pig to eat all it’s food with enthusiasm and when done it is not uncommon for them to seek even more food. However, be careful of your pig being always focused on the thought of eating food, it does not mean you submit to its obsession. There is a carefully balanced pattern of for a pig and before you give that pig that extra bite of food, ponder again!

It’s important that a much of a pig’s diet comes from food designed for potbellied pigs. Even though not commonly available, it is important not to compromise and replace it with readily available alternative feed. Pig feed is usually made from small pellets that are high in proteins and with low calories which is different too a hog’s diet. Once you picked your pig’s diet and feeding plan, the next thing to consider is to think about the amount of food pigs need to eat to carefully manage the weight of your pig. If you are raising your pig on a farm, you can use a pig trough to feed them grain and corn. You should always let pigs eat until they are full.

Many people would never consider owning a pig but a lot of people own them as pets. They are charming animals who do make good pets and are not the dirty animals people think they are. Pigs do take a lot of work to care for but pigs are a lot of fund to care for. Though they require a lot care and attention, owning a pig will be a lot of fun.

There are always positive and negatives to own a pet. Owning a pig is no different. Pigs do have several desirable qualities. Pigs are affectionate, curious, playful, and generally quiet and get trained readily as well. Many pig owners consider their pet an integral part of their family and involve them in all their activities just like a dog or a cat. However, there are a few negative aspects to owning a pig that all potential people must be aware of as pigs are complex creatures who require an owner who can clearly understand their needs.

Pigs are very intelligent animals and can be trained with a little work. But, their intellect can make them a bit of a handful too. They are playful and curious but also headstrong and sensitive. Without sufficient stimulation, they will become easily bored, lethargic and very often destructive too.