{"id":15520,"date":"2025-04-02T16:13:24","date_gmt":"2025-04-02T09:13:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/"},"modified":"2025-11-02T16:30:59","modified_gmt":"2025-11-02T09:30:59","slug":"recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/","title":{"rendered":"Recognizing Signs of Disease in Pigs"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"15520\" class=\"elementor elementor-15520 elementor-12970\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-cbdd9d2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"cbdd9d2\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d6b8985\" data-id=\"d6b8985\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2075a27 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2075a27\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.7.8 - 02-10-2022 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#818a91;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#818a91;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"color: #1d1d1d; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; text-align: justify; background-color: rgba(2, 1, 1, 0.06);\" src=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/left-quote-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"42\" height=\"37\" title=\"\"><span style=\"color: #1d1d1d; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; text-align: justify; background-color: rgba(2, 1, 1, 0.06);\">&#8220;Detecting signs of disease in pigs before severe symptoms appear can be the difference between successful treatment and heavy losses. Early detection of disease is the cornerstone of effective health management in pig farming. Research shows that subtle changes in behavior, appearance and condition often appear several days before obvious symptoms appear.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48c5497 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"48c5497\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">C\u00e1c n\u1ed9i dung ch\u00ednh trong b\u00e0i vi\u1ebft<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#Physical_signs_of_a_sick_pig\" >Physical signs of a sick pig<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#Behavioral_Changes_to_Watch_for\" >Behavioral Changes to Watch for<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#Lying_prone_with_ears_down\" >Lying prone with ears down<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#Walking_with_an_arched_back_and_a_tucked_tail\" >Walking with an arched back and a tucked tail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#Sitting_in_a_%E2%80%9Cdog_sit%E2%80%9D_position_with_labored_breathing\" >Sitting in a \u201cdog sit\u201d position with labored breathing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#When_to_Call_Your_Veterinarian\" >When to Call Your Veterinarian<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#Complete_refusal_to_eat\" >Complete refusal to eat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#No_stool_for_several_hours\" >No stool for several hours<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#Distended_abdomen\" >Distended abdomen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#Depression_or_unwillingness_to_move\" >Depression or unwillingness to move<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#Difficulty_breathing\" >Difficulty breathing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/recognizing-signs-of-disease-in-pigs\/#Fever\" >Fever<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Physical_signs_of_a_sick_pig\"><\/span><b>Physical signs of a sick pig<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>The earliest signs of a sick pig often involve changes in appearance. Healthy pigs have shiny coats, while sick pigs often have rough, dirty or spiky hair. Additionally, pigs with light-colored skin may show a noticeable change in pigmentation \u2013 becoming pale, blue-purple or red \u2013 which is a key sign of circulatory problems.<\/p><p>When examining the appearance, focus on a few key areas:<\/p><ul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"><li><b>Head Area<\/b>: Dull eyes, discharge, dry nose (sometimes cracked)<\/li><li><b>Body Condition<\/b>: Emaciated, sunken belly, noticeable weight loss<\/li><li><b>Anal Area<\/b>: Dirty rump, signs of diarrhea<\/li><\/ul><p>In addition to changes in appearance, physical symptoms will also develop as the disease progresses. Coughing, difficulty breathing, or &#8220;thumping&#8221; are often signs of respiratory disease. Unusual discharge from the eyes, nose, vulva, or rectum also warrants immediate attention.<\/p><p>A change in stool texture is an important indicator of digestive health. Healthy pigs have solid, pellet-like stools, while diarrhea or constipation can be a sign of a variety of diseases. Additionally, if your pig is vomiting, it could be a sign of contagious gastroenteritis or a stomach ulcer.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Behavioral_Changes_to_Watch_for\"><\/span><b>Behavioral Changes to Watch for<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>A pig&#8217;s behavior is an important early sign of illness, often appearing before obvious physical symptoms. First, pay attention to changes in daily routine, as healthy pigs tend to maintain a steady rhythm and are always alert and active.<\/p><p>Sick pigs are often less active, spending more time resting than usual. They may isolate themselves, lying apart from the herd \u2013 this is an alarming sign because pigs are highly social animals. In fact, separation from the herd is often the earliest sign that something is wrong.<\/p><p>Changes in posture are also a reliable indicator:<\/p><ul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"><li><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lying_prone_with_ears_down\"><\/span>Lying prone with ears down<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><\/li><li><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Walking_with_an_arched_back_and_a_tucked_tail\"><\/span>Walking with an arched back and a tucked tail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><\/li><li><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sitting_in_a_%E2%80%9Cdog_sit%E2%80%9D_position_with_labored_breathing\"><\/span>Sitting in a \u201cdog sit\u201d position with labored breathing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><\/li><\/ul><p>In addition, changes in eating behavior are also early warning signs. Studies have shown that reduced feed intake often occurs before clinical signs of disease appear, which can be detected through automated monitoring systems. When pigs are sick, they also tend to change their drinking habits, often drinking less frequently but for longer periods of time.<\/p><p>The social interactions of pigs are also significantly reduced. Sick pigs are often less aggressive, and have reduced interactions with other pigs in the pen. They also show less interest in people, their surroundings, food, or water. Additionally, if your pig is not responding to sounds or playing normally, this could be a sign of a serious health problem.<\/p><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Call_Your_Veterinarian\"><\/span><b>When to Call Your Veterinarian<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Understanding when to seek professional help is important for effective disease management. Some situations require immediate veterinary intervention, while others can be monitored for a short period of time.<\/p><p>Call your veterinarian immediately if your pig exhibits the following signs:<\/p><ul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"><li><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Complete_refusal_to_eat\"><\/span>Complete refusal to eat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><\/li><li><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"No_stool_for_several_hours\"><\/span>No stool for several hours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><\/li><li><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Distended_abdomen\"><\/span>Distended abdomen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><\/li><li><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Depression_or_unwillingness_to_move\"><\/span>Depression or unwillingness to move<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><\/li><li><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Difficulty_breathing\"><\/span>Difficulty breathing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><\/li><li><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fever\"><\/span>Fever<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><\/li><\/ul><p>In general, if the pig is still eating but eating less than usual, it can be observed for 24 hours before contacting a veterinarian. However, if the loss of appetite persists for longer than this, professional evaluation is needed.<\/p><p>Weight loss is usually not an emergency, but it still needs to be checked on a regular basis. In particular, avoid the common mistake of using multiple medications at the same time (such as dewormers and antibiotics) in the hope of &#8220;treating everything.&#8221; This approach often delays accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.<\/p><p>Lameness requires urgent attention if there are obvious signs of fractures, open wounds, or if the pig cannot support its weight on the affected limb. Most importantly, any pig that cannot stand should be examined immediately as this may be a sign of serious illness.<\/p><p>Daily observation of each pig is essential for early detection. By taking the time to closely monitor your herd, you will become familiar with small changes that can help identify potential health problems before they become serious.<\/p><p>&gt;&gt;&gt;<a href=\"https:\/\/jvsf.vn\/en\/pig-and-pig-farming-page\/\">See more about Organic Carbon applications in disease prevention and environmental treatment for pigs.<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8220;Detecting signs of disease in pigs before severe symptoms appear can be the difference between successful treatment and heavy losses. Early detection of disease is the cornerstone of effective health management in pig farming. 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