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Sneezing pet mini pig

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Question
My baby mini pig is still on a mix of powder milk and pig pellets. I've noticed him sneezing a couple times always a bit after eating, he has a strong appetite and no other signs of pneumonia that I'm seeing. My question is, is it common for pigs to sneeze after eating because they submerge their snout? What are symptoms of pneumonia to look for in a mini pig?

Answer
Pigs use their nose for all sorts of things. It isn't unusual for them to sneeze. A couple of sneezes are ok. Constant sneezing or sneezing with a runny nose could signal an allergy.

The danger signs of pneumonia are heavy sneezing, coughing, runny nose, fever, lethargy, and loud or difficult breathing.