What vitamins to give piglets for growth

Breeding piglets implies a systematic investment of certain funds, since piglets need comfortable living conditions and healthy nutrition.

Often, ready-made feed is not enough to provide the pig's body with the necessary vitamins.

Therefore, experienced livestock breeders recommend the use of various vitamins and supplements that will compensate for the deficiency of beneficial trace elements in the body and contribute to the rapid growth of piglets and weight gain.

What vitamins do piglets need

Below are the main vitamins that must be present in the diet of piglets.

1. Cholecalciferol, which promotes animal growth, prevents bone distortion and abnormal body changes. Vitamin D3 does not allow calcium and phosphorus to be fully absorbed, which negatively affects the formation of bone tissue. Gradually the bones of the piglets become thin, brittle and brittle. Young animals may develop rickets.
2. Choline chloride (B4) is a substance that takes part in the synthesis of lecithin. The useful component helps to protect the liver from obesity and the formation of phospholipids in it, which gradually spread through the circulatory system. Choline chloride deficiency also has a negative effect on the kidneys.
3. Riboflavin is a compound that takes an active part in the synthesis of hemoglobin, fat, protein and carbohydrates. In addition, vitamin B2 is involved in the oxidation of metabolic products. A sufficient amount of the compound in the body makes it possible to increase the respiratory intensity in the tissues. With a deficiency of riboflavin, pigs begin to lag behind in development, fertilization functions in adult boars decrease, sows suffer from spontaneous abortion. In some cases, stool disorder, fainting, and even death can occur.
4. Nicotinic acid, which is involved in protein metabolism and protects piglets from pellagra symptoms and digestive disorders. Lack of niacin in the body leads to the development of anemia and necrosis of the colon tissue.
5. Retinol acetate (vitamin A), involved in the redox process, slowing down insulin activity. Vitamin A helps to activate the biological synthesis of adrenal hormones, normalize the functioning of the organs of vision and the reproductive system. With a deficiency of retinol acetate in the body, the growth of piglets slows down. The skin becomes dry, the appetite decreases, and there may be problems with fertilization in adult boars. Sows may experience spontaneous abortions or dead piglets.
6. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that prevents fatty acid oxidation, promotes the full assimilation of carotene and vitamin A. Tocopherol acetate plays an important role in sow milk production and reproductive function. Deficiency of vitamin E leads to prenatal mortality of piglets, the birth of weak young, loss of milk in sows.
7. Vitamin K3, which provides the synthesis of prothrombin. A useful element takes part in the process of blood clotting.
8. Cobalamin is a substance that participates in the hematopoietic process, methylation reactions, and protein synthesis. With a deficiency of vitamin B12, the pig loses its appetite, its weight decreases, and growth slows down.In addition to skin inflammation, problems with the reproductive system can be observed.
9. Folic acid, which activates the appearance of blood corpuscles. with a deficiency of vitamin B9, anemia, limb pathologies and impaired reproduction may occur.

Note! Vitamins are an essential nutritional element for piglets and adult pigs. However, it is important to follow the manufacturer's recommended dosages so as not to harm the body.

Before starting to include vitamin supplements in the diet, it is recommended to assess the condition of the young and make sure that they are kept in a normal condition.

Types of vitamins

There are many types of vitamins that help to accelerate the growth of piglets. The main types of vitamins for pigs include:

• hormonal type of drugs;
• non-hormonal;
• enzyme;
• phosphatides;
• Dietary supplements;
• natural acids;
• premixes.

Top best vitamins for growth

To ensure the normal growth and development of young animals, every farmer uses vitamins. Unfortunately, even a properly composed diet is not always able to fully compensate for the lack of trace elements in the body of a patch. Here, various drugs can come to the rescue, which can be purchased at any veterinary pharmacy.

Growth stimulants in injections

Below are the best growth stimulants in injections.

Introvit

Introvit is distinguished by a balanced combination of vitamins and amino acids. Veterinarians prescribe a drug in order to:

• cure the deficiency of useful elements in patches;
• cope with the stress that arose against the background of vaccinations, diseases, a sharp drop in temperature;
• improve the digestibility of feed.

Introvit can be used for subcutaneous or intramuscular injection. The recommended dosage of the drug is 2-10 ml, depending on the weight of the pig.

Fos-Bevit

Complex type preparation based on:

• folic acid;
• butaphosphamide;
• nicotinamide;
• cyanocobalamin.

The main advantages of the tool include the presence of:

• tonic effect;
• the ability to normalize metabolic and regenerative processes;
• stimulating the level of carbohydrates and proteins;
• the ability to increase the body's resistance to various infections;
• the ability to stimulate the growth and speed of development of a farm animal.

The drug can be used intramuscularly, subcutaneously or intravenously. A single dosage for 10 kg of the weight of a patch is 0.2-0.5 ml.

Megawit

Veterinarians most often prescribe Megavit for:

• growth stimulation of piglets;
• prevention of rickets and osteomalacia;
• restoration of normal metabolism;
• fight against the stresses that have arisen against the background of the transferred infectious or parasitic pathology;
• increase immunity.

With intramuscular or subcutaneous administration of the drug, it is worth adhering to the dosage recommendations:

• piglet weight below 10 kg - 3 ml;
• the mass of pigs within 10-20 kg - 4-5 ml;
• pig weight over 20 kg - 6-10 ml.

Rating of effective vitamins for growth

In the absence of a sufficient amount of green grass or good quality hay flour in the diet of farm animals, it is worth adding vitamin A supplements to the daily menu. Most often, it is recommended to use for this purpose:

1. fish oil with the addition of vitamin A;
2. a fat-soluble vitamin;
3. Revit;
4. Microvit;
5. Tetravite;
6. Trivitamin;
7. vitamin A concentrate.

It is possible to increase the growth rate by including vitamin C in the diet, which must be stirred into a concentrated feed for young animals. For 10 kg of the mass of the pig, 1 g of vitamin C is required. The average daily weight gain in this case will increase by 10-15%.

If the piglets are not enough in the fresh air, they begin to suffer from a deficiency of vitamin D. To make up for the lack of a useful element, it will be necessary to organize additional lighting in the pigsty with quartz lamps. You can also diversify your diet:

• fish oil with the addition of vitamin D;
• yeast vitamin D2 concentrate;
• Videin.

To replenish reserves of vitamin B, it is worth including a small amount in the daily menu of piglets:

• milk;
• yeast;
• liver;
• carrots and potatoes;
• bran.

Lack of vitamin B negatively affects the health of a farm animal. In order to replenish B vitamins, veterinarians recommend using:

• BMVD additive (1.2 mg per kg feed);
• Pyridoxine (1.3 mg per kg food);
• Riboflavin (1.6 mg per 1 kg of food);
• Pantothenic acid (8-9 mg per kg of feed).

If desired, you can add vitamin feed made on the basis of pine needles to the daily diet of the pigs. Thanks to the daily inclusion of chopped needles in the menu, the daily growth of piglets increases by 25.2%. The growth of adults in this case increases to 11%.

What else to give for the rapid growth of piglets at home

In addition to the usual vitamin preparations, which can be purchased at any veterinary pharmacy, other supplements can be given to pigs that will accelerate the percentage of growth.

Hormonal drugs

Hormonal drugs belong to the category of anabolic steroids (male and female sex hormones), produced in the form of injections. The agent is most often injected into the area of ​​the skin fold behind the ears. For 8 months, the hormone is completely absorbed by the body. After the indicated period of time, the presence of a residual effect lasting only 12 weeks can be noted. The best drugs in this category are:

• Sinestrol;
• DES;
• Retabolil and Laurobolin (for intramuscular injection).

Each individual will need about 100 mg of the hormonal agent. The recommended frequency of administration is once every 20 days.

Important! It is unacceptable to give injections a couple of weeks before slaughter.

Non-hormonal supplements

The best non-hormonal antibiotics today are:

1. Grizin;
2. Flavomycin;
3. Biomycin;
4. Streptomycin.

The active components of the drugs help to stimulate weight gain and increase the body's resistance to various infections.

Non-hormonal supplements can be included in the diet of animals that are 14 days old. For each liter of water, 1 mg of the product will be required. It is necessary to calculate the dosage based on the weight of the pigs. Antibiotics can be mixed not only with water, milk, but also with feed. As the piglets grow, the dose increases. For patches that are 24 weeks old, it is recommended to add not 1 mg, but 6 mg of the product to a liter of water. After a year, the dosage is increased to 10 mg.

Enzyme Supplements

In the production of enzyme supplements, the liver, kidneys and spleen of adult pigs are used. In order to stimulate growth, it is recommended to use a drug called a nucleopeptide. It can be used immediately after the birth of piglets. In the first few days, the dosage can be as high as 30 mg. After a specified period of time, the drug is administered intramuscularly. For every 10 kg of weight, 2 ml of the product is injected.

Phosphatides

Phosphatides are growth stimulants that are free from vegetable oils. The preparation resembles the appearance of a light brown thick mass. The composition contains alcohol and fatty, phosphoric acids. The supplement is often used to accelerate the growth of weaned babies. Thanks to phosphatides, the growth increases by 10-11% every day. Before giving the drug to animals, it must be diluted in hot water. The dosage of the agent for piglets under 4 months of age is within 1 g for each kg of live weight. It is enough for adults to give 0.8 g of the drug, diluted in liquid.

Before purchasing phosphatide, it is important to ensure that it:

• absolutely harmless and non-toxic to the animal;
• quickly excreted from the body;
• combined with other drugs that pigs receive.

Dietary supplements

In order to accelerate the weight gain of piglets, farmers often use dietary supplements.Thanks to dietary supplements, muscle and adipose tissue is built up more intensively. The additive contributes to the saturation of the feed with nutrients and minerals. It should be borne in mind that not a single biologically active additive is capable of replacing compound feed.

Natural acids

The systematic introduction of natural acids into the diet allows improving the immunity of animals and giving their meat a special taste. In the composition of natural acids, the content can be distinguished:

• citric acid;
• amber;
• glutamic.

The agent is added daily to the drinking water of animals. The dosage is calculated based on the weight of the pig. For every 10 kg of live weight, 400 mg of the drug will be required.

Premixes for piglets

To accelerate the weight gain of pigs, experienced livestock breeders often use premixes:

• vitamin;
• vitamin and mineral;
• mineral;
• vitamin and mineral with amino acid content.

The compound feed mixed with the premix is ​​enriched with useful elements, which has a positive effect on the health of animals. Premixes can increase your daily weight gain by 12%.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantages of using vitamins for piglet growth include the ability to:

• improving food digestion;
• increase in weight gain by 11-15%;
• reducing the cost of compound feed;
• increasing the body's resistance to various infections.

The main advantages of using other growth stimulants include:

• normalization of the gastrointestinal tract function;
• saturation of the body of patches with useful microelements and amino acids;
• minimizing the risk of various diseases;
• strengthening the immune system;
• improving the taste characteristics of meat products.

Among the disadvantages are the high cost of most drugs.

Prices

Below is the average cost of the most popular growth stimulants for piglets.

Category	Drug name	average cost
Growth stimulants	Introvit	420-500 rubles for 100 ml
	Fos-Bevit	400-450 rubles per 100 ml
	Megawit	440-490 rubles per 100 ml
Vitamins	Tetravit	90-100 rubles for 100 ml
	Revit	45-50 rubles
	Vitamin C	370-420 rubles for 500 g
	Riboflavin	450-470 rubles per pack
	Bmvd	RUB 42-55 per 1 kg
Hormonal drugs	Retabolil	670-720 rub. for 50 mg
	Sinestrol	RUB 610-660
Non-hormonal supplements	Biomycin	RUB 150 per kg
	Streptomycin	18-20 rubles. for 1 g
Enzyme Supplements	Nucleopeptide	574-600 rub. for 100 ml
Natural acids	Natural acids	RUB 370-480 for 500 g
Premixes	Growth Finish	90-100 rub. per kg
	Starter Max	120-140 rub. per kg

Reviews

Feedback from farmers confirms the effectiveness of using vitamins and supplements that stimulate the growth of farm animals.

Veronika Anatolyevna

• I have been raising pigs for over 10 years. In order for the young to gain weight faster, I often add Retabolil to the diet. The hormonal agent makes it possible to increase the daily gain by 8-10%.

Semyon Petrovich

• Over the years of farming, I came to the conclusion that the use of dietary supplements helps keep the business afloat at least a little. Supplements help to strengthen the immunity of young animals, help to increase the daily gain by 12% and improve the productivity of pigs.

Angelina

• Dad keeps pigs in his dacha. Grows for himself and a little for sale. Often he uses non-hormonal drugs so that the youngsters gain mass faster. I noticed that the meat after the use of drugs becomes more tender.

When choosing vitamins for pig growth, it is important to consider their safety for piglets. It is also important to correctly calculate the dosage and adhere to the recommendations regarding the duration of the course.

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