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3rd June 2021 at 9:10 am #31633

stef

The bugs you saw were probably maggots. Unfortunately unless removed very quickly they will eat their way into the hog and it’s doomed.
The smell was infection
It’s unlikely you will see it again, but if you do please take it straight to your nearest vet – don’t mess around trying to find a carer