First Aid Fundamentals for Livestock: Caring for pigs

March 17, 2026 @1pmET

Farm life is unpredictable, and emergencies with your livestock can happen at any time. Join us for this second essential webinar in our First Aid Fundamentals series, "First Aid Fundamentals for Livestock: Caring for Pigs", where we'll provide practical, hands-on knowledge to help you care for pigs in critical situations. Whether it's injury, illness, or unforeseen accidents, knowing how to respond quickly and correctly can make all the difference in your animals' well-being.

In this webinar, you'll learn: How to recognize and respond to common injuries and health issues.

• Basic wound care, splinting, and handling fractures.

• Treating shock, dehydration, and heat stress.

• Essential supplies for a livestock first aid kit. Best practices for handling emergencies until the vet arrives.

• When should a veterinarian be called?

Designed for farmers, homesteaders, and livestock enthusiasts, this webinar will provide you with the confidence to act swiftly and efficiently in all types of emergencies, ensuring the health and safety of your animals.

Presenter: Dr Cathy Mittenson DVM

You can watch the first in this series here: First Aid Fundamentals for Livestock: Caring for Goats, Sheep and Cows

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