When can baby pigs leave their mother?

Most piglets are weaned between three and four weeks of age, which is very soon after birth, but until now the most economical solution. Here are five tips to get the best results out of piglets that might need some extra attention.

How do you remove a piglet from your mother?

Split suckle. This involves removing part of the litter for one to two hour periods the first 12 hours after farrowing. For best results, remove the largest, strongest piglets for a one to two hour period during the morning and again in the afternoon, leaving the small piglets on the sow to nurse.

When can piglets be sold?

Most breeders sell their pigs between 8-12 weeks of age. The breed and genetic makeup of the hogs you are offering can play a big role in determining when they are ready to sell.

How big is a 8 week old pig?

35 pounds
Eight-week-old pigs should weigh at least 35 pounds. Twelve-week-old pigs should weigh at least 60 pounds. Look for healthy pigs. Alert, active pigs are usually healthy.

How long does it take for a sow to dry?

We usually give it every 1 1/2-2 hours for the first 24 hours then as we see improvement, we start slowly reducing the dose and the time frame. Sometimes this may take 3-4 days.