No poops

Question
My pig has been constpated for about 2 days. He is not eating  except for a bit of lettuce no and then. ( i know he poops alot after some lettuce) He is very uncomfortable. What can loosen him up? He is 4.

Answer
Scott --

It sounds as though your pig has an impacted rectum.  This is common with older males.  Turn him over and check his anal area.  Do you see what looks like a block of feces?  If so, you will need to soften it up (with mineral oil) and remove it (I recommend wearing gloves for this, as it can get messy.)  If not, there may be a greater cause for the problem, and I would take the animal to the vet as soon as possible.  

Hope this information helps.  If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.  Good luck!

Lorena