Many farmers encounter problems when raising sows. When sows reach their due date but do not give birth, it can seriously endanger the health of both the sow and the piglets. So, what is the gestation period of sows? And how can labor be induced in sows? Let's find out.
What is the Gestation Period of Sows?
The gestation period of sows is 110-120 days, with an average of 114 days. Generally, we calculate the sow's due date as 114 days after mating. If piglets are born within 3-4 days before or after the due date, it is considered normal. The simplest method to estimate the sow's due date is to add 4 months and subtract 8 days from the mating date. For example, if the mating date is November 10th, adding 4 months equals March, and subtracting 8 days from the 10th equals the 2nd, meaning the sow's due date is approximately March 2nd.
When raising sows, to ensure the health of both the sow and the fetuses, we recommend providing proper care. This can include using: sow tonic, multivitamin tonic, and mold tonic, which can provide various nutrients to the sow, regulate the sow's reproductive system, and help prevent premature birth and miscarriage.
How to Induce Labor in Sows?
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Provide Suitable Birthing Environment: Provide a quiet, warm, dry, and well-ventilated environment for sows to relax, which is conducive to giving birth. If the birthing environment is not suitable, make appropriate adjustments to increase the sow's comfort.
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Provide Adequate Feed and Water: Sows need sufficient nutrition and water before giving birth to ensure their good physical condition, which is conducive to giving birth. If the sow's feed and water are insufficient, increase the supply appropriately.
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Massage the Sow: Massaging the sow can promote blood circulation, which is conducive to labor. Lightly massage the sow's abdomen and udders.
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Provide Moderate Exercise: Allow the sow to engage in moderate indoor or outdoor activities such as walking or slow running. Moderate exercise can promote the sow's physical activity and facilitate labor.
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Use Medications to Induce Labor: If the above methods are ineffective, consider using medication to induce labor in sows. Commonly used medications include oxytocin. When using labor-inducing drugs, pay attention to dosage and administration to avoid adverse effects on the sow and fetuses.
Above are the introduction to the gestation period and induction of labor in sows. If farmers encounter the phenomenon of sows not giving birth after the due date, they can try the methods mentioned above, hoping to help farmers.
