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Hooting?

PiggyProdigy

PiggyProdigy

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i just heard my pig hoot and then I was like what the heck so I looked it up and he doesn't have any of the symptoms (less energy problems breathing) his appetite is fine he runs around all day he is very active and does not show any signs could this be somewhat normal someone please help!
 
PiggyProdigy said:
i just heard my pig hoot and then I was like what the heck so I looked it up and he doesn't have any of the symptoms (less energy problems breathing) his appetite is fine he runs around all day he is very active and does not show any signs could this be somewhat normal someone please help!
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Hooting is normally a sign of a very slightly blocked nose (pollen, dust or just a little bit of snot) and is going to disappear within a few hours, usually after a sneeze.It is nothing whatsoever to worry about.

Hooting as a symptom for heart disease means that you have to get it persistently over a matter of weeks and in combination with other indicators of heart disease. To be honest, it is MUCH rarer than you'd think!
Sadly it is one of these dr*tted things that are making the rounds online and are causing panic attacks on a regular basis. :(
 
It can just be a sign of nasal irritation if it's a one-time or very infrequent thing. However, if it persists it's worth a vet checkup, as it can indicate an upper respiratory infection if it's an ongoing issue and can even be linked to heart issues in some cases.
 
This makes sense. I just switched from fleece to bedding not even 2 hours ago and they may just be stuffed up from it at first
 
I nearly had a heart attack the first time I heard one of my piggies hooting, they test our nerves at times don't they! Gotta love them though :wub:
 
Ours have a habit of diving head first into fresh piles of hay, I'm surprised ours don't hoot more often or get hay poke!
 
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