The Hog

The Hog: A Treatise On The Breeds, Management, Feeding And Medical Treatment Of Swine; With Directions For Salting Pork And Curing Bacon And Hams (1855) is a comprehensive guide to raising and caring for pigs. Written by William Youatt, a prominent English veterinarian and author, the book covers a wide range of topics related to pig farming, including the different breeds of pigs, their physical characteristics, and their nutritional requirements.The book also provides detailed instructions on how to manage and care for pigs, including advice on housing and feeding, as well as tips for preventing and treating common pig diseases. Additionally, the book includes instructions on how to salt pork and cure bacon and hams, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in preserving meat.Overall, The Hog is a thorough and informative guide to pig farming and meat preservation, written by a respected expert in the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.