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Chapter 21
Hog Heaven
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Swine
Many of the anatomy and physiology concepts, as well as medical terms, related to swine have been covered in previous chapters
Additional specific terms for swine can be found in this chapter
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3. Examples of Specialized Swine Terms
Ear notching
identification method used in swine in which notches of various patterns are cut in the ear
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4. Examples of Specialized Swine Terms
Swine housing
farrowing or gestation crate
farrowing pens
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5. Examples of Specialized Swine Terms
Restraint of pigs
hog hurdle
portable partition used to move swine by blocking the area in which the pig should not go
hog snare
restraint method in which a pig’s snout is secured via a loop tie that is attached to a long handle
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6. Examples of Specialized Swine Terms
Needle teeth
eight temporary incisors and canine teeth of young swine
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7. More Medical Terms for Swine
Additional terms for swine can be found in the text
Review the Flash! CD program to make sure you understand these terms
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