Pig Ear Notching Practices and Care

The video tutorial explains pig ear notching, a system used for identifying pigs on farms. It demonstrates marking a pig named Sprout, detailing the process of litter and individual pig marking. The tutorial covers the tools used, such as the small ear notcher, and emphasizes the importance of tool maintenance. It also discusses health precautions, including the need for iron shots and preventive care to avoid infections and diseases like pneumonia.

What is the primary purpose of pig ear notching?

• To improve pig hearing

• To identify pigs and litters

• To decorate the pigs

• To prevent ear infections

How is Sprout, the pig, marked for her litter number?

• Right ear clicked twice

• Left ear clicked twice

• Left ear clicked once

• Right ear clicked once

What is the significance of the number 81 in pig ear notching?

• It is the weight of the pig

• It represents the pig's age

• It is the number of pigs in a litter

• It is the tip of the ear marking

What tool is used for pig ear notching?

• Pig marking pen

• Pig marking knife

• Pig marking clipper

• Pig marking brush

What should be done to the pig marking clipper before and between uses?

• Paint it

• Sharpen it

• Wash and sanitize it

• Replace it

Why is it recommended to perform ear notching before pigs reach 25 pounds?

• To avoid damaging the clipper

• To make the process easier

• To ensure the markings are visible

• To prevent the pigs from running away

What additional care should be given to pigs after ear notching?

• Regular exercise

• Daily baths

• Iron shots and immunizations

• Special diet

What is a potential risk if pigs do not receive enough iron?

• They become aggressive

• They develop anemia

• They lose their markings

• They grow too fast

What preventive care is suggested to avoid pig illnesses like pneumonia?

• Natural breeding

• Regular ear cleaning

• Preventive immunizations

• Increased feeding

What is the final step in the ear notching process?

• Marking the tail

• Applying antiseptic

• Recording the markings

• Feeding the pig