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Author Topic: Flies flies flies  (Read 4857 times)

Tony.palmer84

  • Joined Jul 2023
Flies flies flies
« on: August 31, 2023, 09:52:26 pm »
Hi we have noticed the pigs have some bites on their backs - what do people use to repel mosquitos and other biting type bugs?

Is this something we should be worried about or something that’s just normal - we’re new to this whole pig thing!

harmony

  • Joined Feb 2012
Re: Flies flies flies
« Reply #1 on: September 09, 2023, 12:42:13 pm »
Mud wallows. Pigs aren't usually that troubled by flies but if you have a particular problem I don't think there are licenced products for pigs like there are for sheep and cattle. There are probably some horse products which would be ok. Have a look in the equestrian section at the feed store. If you have cuts then udder cream is handy.

 

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