https://padlet.com/jessie_ingleson/2n03d0y8t59h5mg9 Examples of stereotypic behaviours seen in animals and the techniques being used to address them. en-us 2022-01-26 07:56:32 UTC 2023-10-02 19:03:45 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/jessie_ingleson/2n03d0y8t59h5mg9/wish/2025093066 Why do pigs bar bite?
It is not a learnt behaviour, it is a result of external stimuli. For example, it is commonly seen in animals housed in small pens that are restrictive and non-stimulating.
Another contributing factor could be linked feeding routine. They are foragers and spend much of their time searching for food. 

What do pigs 'gain' from this behaviour?
It is likely that this behaviour is self-soothing in some way. The pigs are releasing frustration and the build up of energy not lost through foraging.

What preventative methods are used?
To prevent/address the behaviour, meals can be distributed throughout the day = small meals, often and scatter fed. 
Provide toys, bedding that encourages rooting, food that take longer to process such as corn on the cob etc.
Loose housing systems with social interacting can also help.]]> 2022-02-02 10:36:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jessie_ingleson/2n03d0y8t59h5mg9/wish/2025093066