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What to Look For When Buying a Pig If you’re just looking for a pig to fatten, then you don’t need to worry about the pedigree side of things. You just need to make sure as best you can that it is healthy, well grown for its age and good on its feet with no obvious defects. Remember though that if you buy an unregistered pig to fatten, if you change your mind and decide later to keep it for breeding, it can never be registered as pedigree nor can any of its offspring. But if you want a pedigree pig you must also ensure that it is ear-marked and birth notified and that the breeder will undertake to register it for you. Ask to see evidence of the birth notification and make sure that you understand the ear marking system used. As well as that, use the Breed Standard to gauge the quality of the pig, especially the number and spacing of the teats. Again, look for a healthy pig that is good on its feet, has a bright eye and looks lively. If it looks sluggish, hangs its tail down and is reluctant to move freely, pass it by. • Related:
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