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Basic Needs of a Pig: Swine Facilities Checklist

This checklist provides guidance on the basic needs of pigs and the necessary facilities for their well-being, including space, nutrition, shelter, and waste disposal. It also emphasizes the importance of planning, location, and regular check-ups for optimal pig care.

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Basic Needs of a Pig: Swine Facilities Checklist

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  1. 4-H Swine Facilities & Project Check List Texas 4-H Livestock Mentor Training July 25-27, 2008 Sam Womble County Extension Agent Victoria County

  2. What are the basic needs of a pig? Space 150 sq. ft./pig Nutrition fresh supply of feed and water Shelter protection from extreme weather conditions First Things First

  3. Facilities • Be a good neighbor • Check deed restrictions and zoning laws before you begin construction • Plan ahead • Can you utilize an existing structure? • Consider costs • Functional, not necessarily elaborate

  4. Facilities • Electricity • Outlets need to be in a safe location • Ceiling height / Ventilation • Temperature • Flooring • Be cautious of slick, smooth surfaces (texture) • Storage • Feed, equipment, supplies

  5. Geographic Location • South Texas • COLD • Warm and dry • Bedding, lamps, ect… • HEAT • Utilize shade, fans, misters, prevailing wind, sand • Avoid mud holes

  6. Soil Type and Drainage • Soil type • High sand content as opposed to a silt or clay soil • Drainage • Slope • 1 ft. slope/ 100 ft. • Base material to build up elevation

  7. Accessibility • Walking distance of your house • Convenience • spend more time at the barn • enjoyed more by youth, family and friends • Trailer access for loading/unloading • Alley ways • Have gates that open across alley ways to make sorting and penning easier

  8. Waste Disposal • Pens should be cleaned daily • Aid in controlling insects, disease, odor • Carry waste away from pens • Compost pile

  9. Project Check List • Schedule your visits • Bio-security • Pay attention to and inquire about the following: • Facilities (clean, functional) • General animal health • Feeding schedule • Fresh water • Weight • Showmanship

  10. Summary • The “Little Things” • The little things done at home each day can be the difference between a premium and a floor check. • Remember what our purpose is • People are willing to help • Enjoy what you do, you’re making a DIFFERENCE!

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