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Vietnamese Potbelly Pig
PORCINE· MEDIUM· Lifespan: 12-20 years
📋 Breed Predispositions
| Condition | Prevalence | Onset | Severity | Screening |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erysipelas | Susceptible | Any age | LIFE THREATENING | Diamond skin lesions, blood culture |
| Obesity | > 80% in pet pigs | Any age | SEVERE | Body condition scoring (should feel ribs) |
| Uterine Tumors (Leiomyoma) | Very common in intact females | 3+ years | SEVERE | Ultrasound if vaginal discharge |
| Dippity Pig Syndrome (Erythema Multiforme) | Common in young pigs | < 2 years | MILD | Clinical signs: acute dorsal skin lesions + hindlimb weakness |
🏥 Anesthesia Considerations
⚠ Malignant hyperthermia susceptibility, difficult IV access, obesity
Avoid halothane. Difficult venous access (ear vein, lateral saphenous). IM premedication first (behind ear). Intubation requires laryngoscope + stylet. Dantrolene on hand. Temperature monitoring critical.