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by TSJ
Wed Apr 08, 2020 11:33 am
Forum: AROUND THE INDUSTRY
Topic: Introducing new show pig to pigs already in barn
Replies: 2
Views: 11471

Introducing new show pig to pigs already in barn

We have had 3 show pigs for about a month. They are all together in the barn in one pen. We purchased a new pig Sunday. It is in a separate pen next to the 3. For the last 3 days we have turned them all out together in a larger pen. There is constant fighting with the new pig from the other 3, so as...
by TSJ
Tue May 27, 2014 1:37 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Treats/Slop to give oral meds.
Replies: 3
Views: 1721

Treats/Slop to give oral meds.

Does anyone have recipies to mix up for pigs to give them oral medications or supplements that the pigs really like to eat?
by TSJ
Tue Jun 11, 2013 10:24 am
Forum: AROUND THE INDUSTRY
Topic: Barn sour pigs
Replies: 8
Views: 4941

Re: Barn sour pigs

We walk them on dirt and grass. We walk mornings and evening when it's cooler. Good ideas...I think we will try some turn out time and walking to some feed. Thanks.
by TSJ
Tue Jun 11, 2013 10:00 am
Forum: AROUND THE INDUSTRY
Topic: Barn sour pigs
Replies: 8
Views: 4941

Barn sour pigs

Our kids have four pigs and generally exercise two at a time. Two of them drive fairly well but have started running back to their pen about half way through the walk. The other two are difficult to even get 10 feet from their pen. They constantly try to turn and run back. The pigs get mad and hot q...
by TSJ
Tue Apr 16, 2013 12:58 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: BEST FAT SUPPLEMENT
Replies: 11
Views: 16458

BEST FAT SUPPLEMENT

WHAT IS THE BEST FAT SUPPLEMENT(S) OUT THERE? HOW EARLY CAN OR DO YOU START USING THEM?
by TSJ
Mon Apr 08, 2013 4:20 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Best Joint Supplement-Do they even work
Replies: 1
Views: 1403

Best Joint Supplement-Do they even work

What is the best joint supplement out there. Are they worth buying and using?
by TSJ
Thu Jan 17, 2013 3:43 pm
Forum: REPRODUCTION
Topic: First litter gilt 5 days over
Replies: 5
Views: 2088

First litter gilt 5 days over

We have a first litter gilt that is 5 days over, was due on 1-12-13 for a 114 day gestation. I have read some people give lutalyse and some recommend Estrumate. Should I give any? If so which one? How much? And where is the best place to give it?
by TSJ
Sat Jun 30, 2012 2:33 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: Will High Octane Paylean go bad
Replies: 1
Views: 2302

Will High Octane Paylean go bad

Will the High Octane Paylean product go bad or lose its effectiveness over time? If so how long is the shelf life after it has been opened?
by TSJ
Tue Jun 19, 2012 9:57 am
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: KGB, PIGS QUIT EATING
Replies: 1
Views: 1890

KGB, PIGS QUIT EATING

We went to a show June 10th. June 13 pigs showing labored breathing. Gave Draxxin. Since then the are eating almost nothing. We really need some suggestions on what to do to get them eating again. They are on HSC finisher with some Depth Charge.
by TSJ
Tue May 17, 2011 2:56 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: KGB: FEEDING PROGRAM NEEDED
Replies: 1
Views: 1506

KGB: FEEDING PROGRAM NEEDED

<t>Our big pig weighed 175 on May 16th. Our fair is August 1st with a 300 pound limit with no weigh back. Our other pig weighs 125. We will also go to some jackpots in June and the first part of July. What would your feeding program be for the two pigs? They are separated since May 8th and being han...
by TSJ
Mon May 09, 2011 9:21 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: WHEN TO START HAND FEEDING AND HOW MUCH
Replies: 5
Views: 2454

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by TSJ
Mon May 09, 2011 8:57 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: WHEN TO START HAND FEEDING AND HOW MUCH
Replies: 5
Views: 2454

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by TSJ
Mon May 09, 2011 4:09 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: WHEN TO START HAND FEEDING AND HOW MUCH
Replies: 5
Views: 2454

WHEN TO START HAND FEEDING AND HOW MUCH

<t>WE HAVE A MID JANUARY CROSSBRED BARROW. HE HAS BEEN ON FULL FEED. THIS WEEKEND HE WEIGHED 170. OUR FAIR IS AUGUST 1ST WITH A 300 POUND TOP END LIMIT. WE ALSO HAVE SOME JACKPOTS EARLY JUNE AND EARLY JULY WE WANT TO SHOW HIM AT. HE IS HEAVY MUSCLED AND DEEP BODIED. ANY SUGGESTIONS ON HOW MUCH TO FE...
by TSJ
Tue Apr 19, 2011 12:22 pm
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: BEST JOINT SUPPLEMENT
Replies: 6
Views: 5619

WHAT ABOUT ANY PELLETED SUPPLEMENTS WITH CHONDROITIN, GLUCOSAMINE, MSM, AND HYALURONIC ACID?
by TSJ
Tue Apr 19, 2011 10:22 am
Forum: NUTRITION
Topic: BEST JOINT SUPPLEMENT
Replies: 6
Views: 5619

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