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John Q
at Fri Jun 23 09:43:05 2006 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by John Q ]
I've kept western hogs for years and in my experience it is nearly impossible to get bit by a western. They are showy, strike a lot when they get showy, but they strike with their mouth closed. They mostly just hit the side of the box, or your hand, or feeding tongs with their nose. I have a couple of females that are very aggressive feeders, especially at this time of year. When they see me feeding, they get real active and showy. As soon as I open their box they are coming out with their mouths wide open. I already have a mouse on the tongs and my hand well out of the way. Still never been bit. Even if they did get my hand or a finger, they are rear fanged so it's not likely that I would get wounded. I believe you have to let them chew on your finger for a moment before they can sink their fangs into you. If it ever did happen to me, I would definitely post pics and share the info.
Others may not agree with this post. Just my opinion based on my experience.
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RE: Who's been bit? - John Q, Fri Jun 23 09:43:05 2006