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by kat3311
Thu Jan 07, 2021 12:29 pm
Forum: BEFORE THE SHOW RING
Topic: Back in the Show Ring!
Replies: 0
Views: 12785

Back in the Show Ring!

Hi everyone, I am in a kind of dilemma. I have been showing pigs for 4 years but switched to goats this past summer. During that experience I learned that pigs are whole lot smarter than goats and they are easier to train, so I am switching back this year. Unfortunately during the past year I haven'...
by kat3311
Sat May 18, 2019 6:54 pm
Forum: REPRODUCTION
Topic: Naming swine for breed papers
Replies: 2
Views: 3601

Re: Naming swine for breed papers

You should go to the national swine registry's website and fill out their online form. It is a little difficult to find so you will probably have to play around with it for a bit. I hope this helps.
by kat3311
Wed Apr 03, 2019 3:15 pm
Forum: HEALTH
Topic: Newborn shaking head
Replies: 3
Views: 2655

Re: Newborn shaking head

I had a piglet that shook his head from birth. It turned out he had brain damage from lack of oxygen. I do not think it is an ear infection, but if he gets worse and the sore starts oozing puss or gets bigger I would consult a vet.
by kat3311
Thu Nov 01, 2018 6:29 pm
Forum: BEFORE THE SHOW RING
Topic: oklahoma and texas shows
Replies: 2
Views: 11723

Re: oklahoma and texas shows

ok thanks
by kat3311
Mon Oct 29, 2018 1:20 pm
Forum: BEFORE THE SHOW RING
Topic: Keeping white pigs white
Replies: 1
Views: 11745

Re: Keeping white pigs white

Wash her as often as you can and prevent mud in the pen if possible. If her color is still not improved enough use "white out" it can be bought at sullivans supply. You may want to check the rules of your fair as it may be illegal at some shows.
by kat3311
Thu Oct 18, 2018 3:48 pm
Forum: AROUND THE INDUSTRY
Topic: slopping my pig
Replies: 1
Views: 1845

Re: slopping my pig

I don't think their would be a problem. I've known people who have slopped their pigs from purchasing till fair time.

But I would ask hogdoc just to be sure. :|
by kat3311
Thu Oct 18, 2018 3:41 pm
Forum: BEFORE THE SHOW RING
Topic: oklahoma and texas shows
Replies: 2
Views: 11723

oklahoma and texas shows

was thinking of breeding sows for Oklahoma and texas shows. Can anyone tell me when these shows generally are?
by kat3311
Thu Oct 18, 2018 3:32 pm
Forum: REPRODUCTION
Topic: Boar ? On height
Replies: 1
Views: 1536

Re: Boar ? On height

I'd say your boar won't have a problem covering the sow. I have a boar that will cover sows twice his size
by kat3311
Tue Jun 12, 2018 7:32 am
Forum: REPRODUCTION
Topic: worming a pregnant gilt
Replies: 4
Views: 3626

Re: worming a pregnant gilt

thanks berk babe :D
by kat3311
Sun Jun 10, 2018 12:26 pm
Forum: REPRODUCTION
Topic: worming a pregnant gilt
Replies: 4
Views: 3626

worming a pregnant gilt

dear showpig,
I have a pregnant gilt due in august. Is there a specific time I should worm her? Any tips are appreciated.
by kat3311
Thu May 03, 2018 7:34 pm
Forum: REPRODUCTION
Topic: Pregnant Sow showing heat signs
Replies: 3
Views: 5215

Re: Pregnant Sow showing heat signs

probably false heat
by kat3311
Thu May 03, 2018 7:32 pm
Forum: REPRODUCTION
Topic: Feeding a pregnant gilt/sow
Replies: 2
Views: 2253

Re: Feeding a pregnant gilt/sow

4 pounds of 13%
by kat3311
Fri Mar 30, 2018 11:03 am
Forum: REPRODUCTION
Topic: Feeding 1 or 2 times a day
Replies: 1
Views: 1924

Re: Feeding 1 or 2 times a day

we feed are non bred gilts and sows 5 lbs once a day
by kat3311
Wed Feb 07, 2018 7:05 pm
Forum: REPRODUCTION
Topic: Keeper Gilt Size
Replies: 3
Views: 2873

Re: Keeper Gilt Size

I wouldn't expect her to pass on her small size. She may have had something when she was a piglet that caused her to be smaller, but it probably isn't genetic.
by kat3311
Wed Feb 07, 2018 7:01 pm
Forum: BOARS
Topic: Hampshire Boars to use?
Replies: 1
Views: 2166

Re: Hampshire Boars to use?

i'll suggest thunderbolt and undercover from cain super sires. Both are really nice boars with width and muscle.