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Sick pigs should be removed promptly. The longer sick pigs are left in the pen, the greater the likelihood that other pigs in the pen will become sick. There should be a formalized sick-pig policy. It should be in writing and strictly adhered to. It should be clear when a pig should be euthanased or how long it will be given to recover. There is nothing more demoralizing than sick pigs not recovering. Guidelines should be clear, so that sick pigs will be destroyed before welfare is an issue. This will be good for staff morale. Dead pigs should be removed promptly to a remote area of the farm and then covered with straw pending disposal. The sight of dead pigs is very disturbing for staff and will not help morale. They act as a constant reminder of the problems.