Title: Why Do Pigs Root? | Digging for the Truth - WMLC Blog
Headings: Why Do Pigs Root?
Why Do Pigs Root?
Why Do Pigs Root?
What Is Rooting
Why Do Pigs Do it
Why Are Pigs Iron Deficient
Do I have to give my baby pigs shots?
How do I give my piglet an iron injection?
What is the inguinal fold?
Convenience of collapsible plastic vials
Disposable syringes and needles
The right needles
Are there other ways pigs can get iron
If pigs need iron injections, what other shots should they get?
So what vaccination schedule should I follow?
3 Weeks of Age
4 Weeks of Age
8 Weeks of Age
Can a Pig be kept from rooting?
What is a Rooting Box?
How Do I Make A Rooting Box?
How Can I stop Rooting if it becomes Violent?
Are there different types of rooting?
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Content: Well there are 3 places that are normally recommended and those are: Behind the Ear
In the hind limb/ham muscle*
In the inguinal fold
*This is not recommended by some vets due to the risk of damaging the ham
There are two ways to actually give the injection: intramuscularly (im) or subcutaneously (sc or sq). Intramuscular injections are  given deep into the muscle with a relatively long needle – up to  20 mm. Subcutaneous injections are  given just under the skin with a shorter needle, normally 10mm. **Disclaimer: Please note that the recommended injection site can vary by countryare national variations of recommended injection site. Before administering any injection to your piglet consult your veterinarian for advice. ** To keep your piglets safe you want to check and ensure that the injection site is clean and dry before actually administering the injection. If the piglet’s skin is dirty or wet, then you should wipe the site clean and dry before injection.