Pot Belly with possible ear infection, don't know what to do

[Merchris]

Hi all!

We've had 3 pot belly pigs wander into our yard for a while now but one of them has head tilt and is now sometimes dragging his front leg on the same side a little when he walks. I assume from the very little I know about pigs (which is nothing!) that this might be an ear infection? We don't have the pigs penned up as of yet, but what can I give this guy to help him. Hopefully something orally, because shots won't happen as they are friendly, but not up to that close yet. I would really appreciate some help ! Thank you!

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

Catching it and getting a vet in is your best option. Dragging a leg sounds like more than an ear infection. If you aren't able to catch them than calling animal control might be another option.

 

[chickens really]

I agree. It could be something serious...

 

[SillyChicken]

please keep in mind too that pigs can get rabies... just be aware when you don't know the source.

 

[chickens really]

Possibly his tusks are growing and that can cause them to act like they have and infection too.