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A rearing system for colostrum-deprived neonatal piglets.

M A Varley, V R Fowler, A Maitland

    Laboratory Animals
    |October 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary

    Artificial rearing of neonatal piglets, deprived of colostrum, achieved a 78% survival rate using automated feeding and individual incubators. This system supports early piglet development and growth.

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    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Science
    • Animal Husbandry
    • Neonatal Care

    Background:

    • Colostrum deprivation in neonatal piglets poses significant mortality risks.
    • Effective artificial rearing systems are crucial for piglet survival and development.
    • Early nutrition and environmental control are key factors in neonatal piglet care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe and evaluate a system for the artificial rearing of colostrum-deprived neonatal piglets.
    • To assess the survival rate and growth performance of piglets under artificial rearing conditions.

    Main Methods:

    • A total of 443 neonatal piglets were reared in 6 batches immediately after birth.
    • Each piglet was housed in a separate incubator with controlled ventilation (heated, filtered air).
    • An automated system provided hourly feeding with a liquid milk substitute.

    Main Results:

    • The mean survival rate up to 2 weeks of age was 78% +/- 7%.
    • Mean daily live weight gain was 148 g/day +/- 16 g/day over the 2-week period.
    • Mean dry matter intake was 154 g/day +/- 10 g/day per piglet during the same period.

    Conclusions:

    • The described artificial rearing system is effective for colostrum-deprived neonatal piglets.
    • The system supports adequate survival rates and promotes growth in early-weaned piglets.
    • Automated feeding and controlled environments are vital components for successful artificial piglet rearing.

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