We put out newsletters bimonthly. I happen to love them! We always have awesome, informative stories and lots of great pictures of our pigs. Our September newsletter has just come out. I have an article about Rudy in it on page 2.
If you aren't on our mailing list you can always read our newsletters online!
http://ironwoodpigsanctuary.com
They are on the right side of the page. We have all of our past newsletters on their as well as current ones.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Raw
Whenever we have health issues with the pigs here they seem to come in waves. One of our big issues lately has been the pigs rubbing their faces raw.
We have had a huge fly problem this year which we think is the main culprit. Almost every day we notice a new pig with raw spots on their face. We are able to treat them and use SWAT to keep the flies away while they heal. We are definitely flying through the SWAT though, no pun intended ;)
We have had a huge fly problem this year which we think is the main culprit. Almost every day we notice a new pig with raw spots on their face. We are able to treat them and use SWAT to keep the flies away while they heal. We are definitely flying through the SWAT though, no pun intended ;)
Monday, August 9, 2010
On-Site Surgery
Today one of the veterinarians that we work with came to the sanctuary to do some check ups. We are lucky enough to be able to schedule days with her to do this.
Today the big 'to do' was neutering Ziggy. Ziggy is a very big pig, hence why we did his surgery here and not in the office. The trip to the office alone would have been very stressful on him, not to mention the struggles there would be to get him on a table, that he wouldn't fit on, and to keep him on it.
We like to take advantage of the time that pigs are under anesthesia to trim their hooves and tusks. You can see Donna doing so in this picture.
Ziggy also had a tumor removed today. It was located above his tail on top of his rump. This is a difficult area as the skin is especially thick/hard and there isn't much skin to use when sewing him back up. Dr.Page was able to remove it and suture him up well. We are sending it in for tests.
I just checked on Ziggy and he seemed to be resting comfortably. He stretched out for a belly rub and continued to sleep. I will update as he recovers.
Today the big 'to do' was neutering Ziggy. Ziggy is a very big pig, hence why we did his surgery here and not in the office. The trip to the office alone would have been very stressful on him, not to mention the struggles there would be to get him on a table, that he wouldn't fit on, and to keep him on it.
We like to take advantage of the time that pigs are under anesthesia to trim their hooves and tusks. You can see Donna doing so in this picture.
Ziggy also had a tumor removed today. It was located above his tail on top of his rump. This is a difficult area as the skin is especially thick/hard and there isn't much skin to use when sewing him back up. Dr.Page was able to remove it and suture him up well. We are sending it in for tests.
I just checked on Ziggy and he seemed to be resting comfortably. He stretched out for a belly rub and continued to sleep. I will update as he recovers.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Overcoming Obstacles
I wanted to give an update on Rudy. Due to his spinal and inner ear deformities he would have such trouble walking without falling down. Rudy is now able to walk and run and only falls down occasionally. It's so great to see him grow. He now hangs out with some of our older pigs and roams the yard.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Pals
Lately I've been snagging photos of pigs that like to hang out together. We have quite the many that can always be found together. Bert and Ernie, Molly and Regina, Cinderfella and Buckwheat...
Most recently George and Peanut have discovered that they enjoy each other's company. Peanut is about 21 years old. It's nice that she has someone to hang out with.
To see some photos of the other pairs check out our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/IronwoodPigSanctuary
Most recently George and Peanut have discovered that they enjoy each other's company. Peanut is about 21 years old. It's nice that she has someone to hang out with.
To see some photos of the other pairs check out our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/IronwoodPigSanctuary
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Ironwoods Newest Residents
We had two new pigs join the Ironwood group this week. First I'd like to introduce Ziggy. Ziggy is incredible!! He's very large and very sweet. It's hard to look at him and not produce a smile. Ziggy comes from a nice home. Unfortunately, due to the economy and housing foreclosures Ziggy needed a new home. Ben made the drive to Phoenix to pick him up. To Ben's surprise Ziggy was a lot bigger than we had thought!! The drive back to Ironwood was pretty tough of Ziggy. Ben had to make frequent stops to spray him with water and ensure he was safe.
He now loves to roam and hit on all the lady pigs. He's a charmer!
Our other newcomer is Bo Jangles!! Bo is 11 months old. His family turned him into the Phoenix Humane Society due to Bo having a possible infected eye and maybe more. Without being able to pay vet bills the family opted to turn him over to the HS. They called us and Mary could not turn down this boy. Lucky for him because he is now enjoying many belly rubs and finding pools to hang out it. We have a vet appointment set up to find out what's going on with his eye. I will update on that! Now, here's Bo!
He now loves to roam and hit on all the lady pigs. He's a charmer!
Our other newcomer is Bo Jangles!! Bo is 11 months old. His family turned him into the Phoenix Humane Society due to Bo having a possible infected eye and maybe more. Without being able to pay vet bills the family opted to turn him over to the HS. They called us and Mary could not turn down this boy. Lucky for him because he is now enjoying many belly rubs and finding pools to hang out it. We have a vet appointment set up to find out what's going on with his eye. I will update on that! Now, here's Bo!
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Pig Lips
Noses are usually people's favorite part of a pig. I can see why! However, pig lips are also a favorite of mine. We have a hand full of pigs that have a special type of lip. A lip that pokes out when they beg for a treat and you just can't say no!
I would like to introduce Pinky. She's an amazing girl who is incredibly loving. We were spending some time with her last night and she showed me her bottom lip. Absolutely adorable.
I would like to introduce Pinky. She's an amazing girl who is incredibly loving. We were spending some time with her last night and she showed me her bottom lip. Absolutely adorable.
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