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pot belly pig possible yeast infection?

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Question
1.0 I have a 7 wk old pot belly pig that has white around her vulva/vagina. Could this be a yeast infection? How would it be treated? 2. What is the easiest way to train her to go to the bathroom in a litter box? She goes all over and I have a hard time keeping her dry and clean. 3.0What is the best way to stop the flaky skin?

Answer
I am not a vet but this sounds like Struvite crystals that are in her urine. It is common in young potbellied females we see. She should probably be drinking more water, adding more to her feed will cause them to go away.
Have never heard of a yeast infection in a piglet , but ask your vet.
Flakey skin can be treated by putting flax seed oils in her food, or fish oil caps.
You need our book, for litter box  training . Confine her to a small room with the box and let her learn there. Gradually expand her "world"....
"Potbellied Pig Behavior and Training" book at amazon.com
Good luck,
Priscilla Valentine