Splayleg in Piglets
Please select one answer from the list for each question.
1
Splayleg in piglets:
It is seen as pigs approach weaning.
Occurs soon after birth.
Only affects back legs.
Kills pigs directly.
2
Splay legged piglets:
Always die.
Should be euthanased at birth.
Can be nursed to recovery.
Recover spontaneously.
3
Splayleg affecting all four legs of the pig:
Is normally caused by damage, infection or insult to the unborn pig during gestation.
Is rarely fatal.
Is the direct result of slippery floors.
Can be treated by taping legs together.
4
Hind limb splays are most commonly seen:
In the largest pigs in the litter.
Where congenital tremor occurs.
Where pigs are born on slippery and wet floors.
Equally in all breed types.
5
Treatment of hind leg splays:
Is best achieved by taping lower legs together.
Is unrewarding and a waste of time.
Is best achieved by assisted sucking alone.
Is most likely to be successful if intensive repeated management of the upper leg muscles is employed.
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