Can positions change in hierarchy?

Beemz

Beemz

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So- 4 young females. Top pig is Coco, she was top when it was just her and Pops and she’s top now that we have 4. She’s the only one that rumble struts and likes to throw her weight around!
But! I just witnessed Pops mounting Coco, just for a few seconds. Could Pops now be challenging Coco for top pig OR is Pops a BOY! :blink:
 
Beemz said:
So- 4 young females. Top pig is Coco, she was top when it was just her and Pops and she’s top now that we have 4. She’s the only one that rumble struts and likes to throw her weight around!
But! I just witnessed Pops mounting Coco, just for a few seconds. Could Pops now be challenging Coco for top pig OR is Pops a BOY! :blink:
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Hi!

The hierarchy can change, but you are most likely dealing with a sow in season.
In older sows, sows behaving like they are in season all the time should be checked for ovarian cysts.

Please have a read of these guides here:
Sow Behaviour
When Sows Experience A Strong Season (videos)
 
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