To conserve and propagate the Red Wattle Hog; To assist breeders of Red Wattle Hogs to secure breeding stock; To help new breeders to obtain information; To provide documentation of …
The membership of the RWHA was asked to submit their tips for new Red Wattle owners in an effort to give them a leg up on their new venture with Red Wattle Hogs. Here is their advice:
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In the last 2 quarters, the Red Wattle Hog Association has added 43 new animals to the registry! Please help us keep the numbers current by going to the association website and checking which animals are listed for you.
breeding. Numbers, timing, and dates are averaged and may vary slightly depending on several factors including hog condition, weather, age, and keeping in mind there are always exceptions. It must be understood that the number of pigs farrowed represents the combined fertility of the sow and the boar and also
help you monitor each hog over time. (note 4) Some people use the method of observing the vulva and clitoral hood. “The pointy thing” on your gilt or sows vulva. The saying goes if it’s pointed up early in the pregnancy then she’s bred. This would be due to the additional weight pulling on her reproductive and internal organs.
The wisdom and dedication of the Red Wattle Hog Association along with its members and breeders have brought the Red Wattle from a critically endangered breed with only 47 registered animals, to its current population of close to 2000. For more information please contact the association at [email protected] or 270-565-3815
Variables that will affect a hog’s feed and nutrition requirements are: Energy concentration of the diet, the hog breed, the sex, genetic background of the hog, life events for the hog, overall health of the herd, availability and
Color: Red Wattle hogs can range in color from light red that is nearly golden to a deep mahogany that is nearly black. Different strains have different characteristics.