Always use a sharp new disposable needle each day.
2
When injecting a group of healthy pigs do not use the same
needle for more than 10 - 12 pigs (one litter). Note: If Eperythrozoonosis is a problem needles should not be shared, discuss this with your vet.
3
Never use a blunt needle
4
Needles must not go from a sick pig to a healthy pig.
5
Only use a clean needle to draw out of a vaccine bottle.
6
Dispose of used needles (and blades) in a proper Sharps bin.
7
Return full Sharps bin to the veterinarian for safe disposal.
Be taken to the local medical centre with data sheet and name
and telephone of the farm veterinarian. Do not drive yourself.
Extracted from Garth Pig Stockmanship
Standards*
written by Dr John Carr, Iowa State University
To buy this book Click Here
*Published
by 5M Enterprises Limited
