Chicama Run Family Farm

Well our large black pig gave birth on Saturday.....

8 little piggies were born....1 was still born making it 7 little piggies....

Night #1 - 3 little piggies didn't make it or were squished by mom..... now 4 little piggies

Night #2 - the runt didn't make it through the night..... now 3 little piggies....

This one is a learning experience. We aren't using a farrowing crate since they are pasture raised and last time they seemed to do ok without our help.

I THINK the problem is with the straw/hay. I think there is too much in there with them making it difficult to "find mom"......

I really hope these last 3 make it.