Title: Pig Vaccinations/Parasite Control - PAL (Pig Advocates League)
Headings: Vaccinations/Anti-Parasite Control
Vaccinations/Anti-Parasite Control
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Content: Ask your vet how often they'd like your pig treated or establish a regular "dewormimg" regimen. Pigs should be dewormed on a regular basis for internal and external parasites (usually every 4-6 months). Some vets may have you treat more than Cathy recommends based on your particular circumstances. Each medication has separate doses and their own time frame in which they need to be given in order to be effective and treat the parasite efficiently. Both of these medications are safe and effective, both can be used in pregnant pigs, but not recommended in piglets under 6 weeks of age. When a pig is infected with parasites, they have the potential for not growing properly, their nutrition isn't adequate because they have a parasite not allowing the essential vitamins and minerals to be absorbed as they would in a pig without parasites. Often times, pigs that have an infestation of worms, will have a bloated belly and won't be able to gain a lot of weight. Malnutrition can be a serious issue if this isn't addressed. These parasites are common in the pigs environment, especially those that root and graze or spend time outdoors. They can contract parasites from soil, grazing, other pets, other pigs, eating bugs (including earth worms or mealworms), contact with hay, even if pig parents have horses, work in a barn or come into contact with other species that can host these parasites, they could possibly bring parasites to their indoor pigs.