Causes of and Solutions for a Sow's Low Fever and Loss of Appetite

Sows play an obvious role in the pig herd, and their health is tied to the later development of the entire herd. What should be done when a sow has a low fever and won't eat?

1. What to do when a sow has a low fever and won't eat

Inject ceftiofur sodium plus amikacin and bupleurum on separate sides. If the condition eases somewhat, then for the second injection use ceftiofur sodium plus amikacin and vitamin C; if the condition does not improve or worsens, then use analgin, cephalosporin plus amikacin and bupleurum injected on separate sides.

2. Introduction to a sow's body temperature

The normal temperature of pigs is between 38-39.5°C. Low body temperature in pigs is a clinical condition, generally between 35~38°C; and both high fever and low fever in pigs are symptoms of fever, with low fever between 39.5-41°C and high fever above 41°C.

3. Treatment steps for a sow's low fever and loss of appetite

1. When a sow is found to have a fever, bring the fever down by giving the sow medication orally or by injection.

2. Vaccinate the sow to strengthen the sow's resistance.

3. Regularly disinfect and eliminate sources of infection in the pig pens, with disinfection at least 2 times a week or more. Master the correct concentration ratio of the disinfectant, and make sure the pens are cleaned and rinsed thoroughly and that there is no standing water on the floor before disinfecting. Comprehensive disinfection should follow the procedure of inside first then outside, and top first then bottom, spraying the pen's roof, walls, floor and so on evenly, until the disinfectant solution runs down the walls. Change the type of disinfectant regularly. When disinfecting with pigs present, be careful not to choose highly corrosive disinfectants such as caustic soda and quicklime.

4. Give the pigs being raised some time and space for activity to strengthen their resistance.

A sow's low fever and low body temperature must not be confused; treatment measures should be chosen according to the actual symptoms.