Housing

Generally, boars should be four to six months old at the time of selection- Whatever systems of operation, hog houses must be constructed properly to ensure maximum performance of the pigs. A good hog house may not improve the health conditions of the animals but a poor one will certainly increase disease problem easily.

• For a small or backyard operations, cheap and locally available materials may be used such as bamboo and nipa.

• Hog houses should be constructed on a slightly sloping and well-drained area so that it will not become too muddy and convenient to work in.

• Permanent hog houses should have concrete floors for easy cleaning and to minimize the occurrence of parasites and diseases. Concrete floors must not be too rough to cause foot and leg problems nor too smooth to be slippery when wet.