we just got a 4 week old piglette. she took heself off the bottle/formula about 3 to 4 days ago...she is eating pellet food and drinking water....we did catch her eating dog and cat food so we put them up and she is still having the problem. she shivers alot and seems to have sunburn on her head, ears and back....what can i do to help her problems and does anyone know what it can be from? any information will be greatly appreciated...she is NOT a potbelly she is a regular feeder pig like for 4-H being kept as a pet. thanks for your time in advance.....
I need advice for an ill piglette, 4 weeks old with a major case of the poops..?
There are many causes of diarrhea in pigs, especially baby pigs. Some require antibiotics, and some just time. The most important thing to do for your piglette is to make sure she is getting enough to drink - make sure she has plenty of water. Babies of all types can get very sick very quickly when they have diarrhea. You may need to contact your veterinarian soon if your little one doesn't get any better, if she seems to be acting very tired, or if there is any blood in the diarrhea. As to the shivering and the 'sunburn' - it could be signs of a fever (although pigs can get sunburned just like us if we stay out in the sun too long). Good luck with the little girl!
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