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numbering

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Question
hi mam can u tell me a domestic and easy way to mark the pigs..........its a rural area i hardly get a marker here ....i have to import it......so can u show or tell me a easy way to mark my pigs

Answer
If you do not want to mail order a marker (some people do not like mail order), the only other product I can think of is womens make-up. Make-up is readily available practically everywhere and is safe and non-toxic. A water proof product will last longer, but probably not more than a few days. Lip crayons and wands come in shades of red and pink, these will probably be more visible. Eye crayons and pencils come in more natural shades of blues, browns and greens, these colors might disappear completely on a black pig.

Ordinary writing markers, like Magic Markers and Sharpies, are dangerous. Even ones labeled "non-toxic" can cause severe allergic reactions when used on skin. People have died from drawing on themselves with ordinary markers for Halloween costumes.