Prevention and Treatment Methods for 4 Common Pig Diseases

In the process of pig farming, many diseases can cause trouble. In mild cases, they slow pig growth and increase farming costs; in severe cases, they cause pig death and huge losses. Therefore, understanding the symptoms of pig diseases and their prevention and treatment methods is very important. Below is an introduction to 4 common pig diseases and their prevention and treatment methods!

I. Swine fever

Swine fever is an extremely harmful and highly contagious disease. It occurs all over the world and has an extremely high mortality rate. If it is not stopped, it can spread through the entire farm in a short time and bring huge economic losses to pig farmers. Its early symptoms vary, mainly presenting as acute, chronic, and mild forms. When the disease occurs, the pig's body temperature begins to rise, generally between 40-42 degrees, and the whole body and internal organs begin to become congested and hemorrhagic, accompanied by various inflammations, until the pig dies.

Prevention and treatment methods: There is currently no specific drug treatment for swine fever anywhere in the world. Attention should be paid to prevention first. The most effective method is vaccination. Sick pigs should be isolated promptly, and sanitation and disinfection should be carried out promptly to avoid infecting other pigs. After pigs die, they should be incinerated and buried properly.

II. Foot-and-mouth disease in pigs

Foot-and-mouth disease in pigs is caused by viral infection. When it occurs, it harms the pig's mouth and hoof areas of the limbs, presenting as blisters and erosions on the skin of the coronary band, between the toes, and on the heel. In some affected pigs, similar symptoms also appear on the oral mucosa and nasal area. This disease generally occurs at the transition between winter and spring. In addition, dirty and messy farming environments and feeding contaminated feed can also lead to the disease.

Prevention and treatment methods: Strengthen the sanitary environment, carry out regular washing and disinfection, promptly cull affected livestock to eliminate the pathogen, vaccinate pigs as early as possible to reduce the risk of disease, and curb the spread of foot-and-mouth disease.

III. Swine influenza

Swine influenza is an acute and contagious respiratory disease. It often breaks out among pig herds, has high contagiousness, but generally does not cause death. It occurs at a high rate in autumn and winter. Onset is relatively sudden, with symptoms such as coughing, difficulty breathing, and fever.

Prevention and treatment methods: Strengthen management and disinfect regularly. In addition, attention should be paid to the sanitary conditions of the pig house. Pay attention to weather changes. Once the temperature drops, take good warmth measures. Two consecutive vaccinations with swine influenza adjuvant inactivated vaccine can provide protection for 8 months. When pigs have influenza, humans and animals susceptible to influenza are prohibited from contact to avoid transmission. Likewise, humans and animals with influenza should not come into contact with pigs.

IV. Swine dysentery

Swine dysentery is an infectious disease of the gastrointestinal tract. It can occur in pigs of all ages and breeds, mainly in piglets. The incidence rate and mortality rate are higher than in adult pigs. When the disease occurs, pigs show varying degrees of diarrhea. As the condition develops, the excrement contains large amounts of mucus, blood streaks, and purulent secretions. Sick pigs have poor appetite, poor spirits, and weakness, until they become emaciated and die.

Prevention and treatment methods: Swine dysentery is mainly caused by infection carried by pathogenic bacteria. When purchasing breeding pigs, inspection and quarantine should be carried out. Do a good job in cleaning and disinfecting the environmental sanitation of the pig house, especially pig excrement. When the disease occurs, use drug treatment promptly.

The above is Tuliu.com's introduction to 4 common pig diseases and their prevention and treatment methods. These diseases are mainly addressed through prevention. Usually pay attention to the sanitation of the pig house, clean up manure promptly, and maintain a well-ventilated environment.