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Old 05-14-08, 12:29 am
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Re: Not moving around

So basically they are just lethargic-not moving much, expressing no energy. Are they eating and drinking normal? When they sit still are they fluffing their fur up? Eye or nose discharge? Weight loss (you should be weighing them weekly)?

If they appear healthy otherwise including eating normal then I would guess something happened or changed in their environment to make them cautious. Pigs are prey animals and anything can set off their flight instincts. Sometimes just rearranging a room can make them cautious and quieter for a few days. Even a loud noise like a door getting slammed or something being dropped can upset them for awhile. There are also things we might not notice like a dog at a neighbors house barking more than usual. Pigs have good hearing.

If they show any other symptoms or become increasingly lethargic they should be taken to a vet. With the information you've given there are way too many possibilities to suggest anything.
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