Table 3 Normal rectal temperatures in resting pigs in the thermoneutral zone. Modified from [40]
From: Infrared skin temperature measurements for monitoring health in pigs: a review
Age | Normal rectal temperature,°C (variation ± 0.3°C) |
|---|---|
Piglets | 39.5 |
Slaughter pigs | 39.3 |
Young sows, gilts | 38.8 |
Multiparous sows | 38.3 |