Pig housing
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Pig Tales Extension Newsletter no. 62 (March 2006)
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In this issue: Copper and zinc for growing pigs; News and information; New face in the Pig Group; Treatment of compromised weaners; International conference on alternative swine production; Pleuropneumonia scores in the Australian pig herd; From the archives; Optimum weights of gilts after farrowing; Update: Werribee farrowing pen evaluation; Training news
Pigs as pets
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Farmnotes 3/2005; Pigs are very intelligent, sociable animals that relate well to humans and may make ideal pets in the right surroundings. As the relationship with your pet is usually for the life of the pet you should be prepared for a long-term commitment if you choose a pig as a pet. This Farmnote covers issues of housing, feeding and nutrition, infectious diseases, and legal requirements.