AllBite™ - Tail Biting Solution for Pigs.

Product Features

AllBite™ is a molasses-based block designed to discourage vice behaviors, such as tail biting, in pigs, show pigs, and grow-finish pigs.

Its unique design and its delivery system attract pigs and encourage them to chew on the block.

Timely use of AllBite blocks can round out a sound animal welfare program.

Aggressive behavior in pigs — whether it is tail-, flank-, ear- or vulva-biting — is a frustrating management problem, leading to costly losses.  Incidents of tail-biting, in particular, are among the top behavioral problems in gilt development units (GDUs) and grow-finish pigs that can lead to economic losses due to reductions in gain, secondary infections, death or carcass condemnations.

What are the causes of tail-biting in pigs?

Studies have shown that pigs are attracted to the taste and sight of blood, and if a pig draws blood from accidentally biting a pen-mate’s tail, doing so could elicit the negative behavior in that individual pig or even spread to the entire group of pigs. However, natural behavior is only one piece of the puzzle. Numerous other factors can increase the prevalence of tail-biting, such as environmental stressors (e.g., temperature variation, lighting, ventilation, etc.), dietary issues and health challenges.

Why an AllBite block?

The AllBite block changes pig behavior by adding a new stimulus to the environment. AllBite allows pigs, show pigs, and grow-finish pigs to exhibit foraging behaviors and to bite and chew on the block instead of on their pen-mates. Furthermore, the AllBite formulation provides a nutritional solution that includes functional ingredients known to calm pigs by enhancing their serotonin receptors. AllBite is an economical option for those looking to positively impact the welfare of their animals.

General Information

The AllBite block changes pig behavior by adding a new stimulus to the environment. AllBite allows pigs to exhibit foraging behaviors and to bite and chew on the block instead of on their pen-mates. Furthermore, the AllBite formulation provides a nutritional solution that includes functional ingredients known to calm pigs by enhancing their serotonin receptors. AllBite is an economical option for those looking to positively impact the welfare of their animals.

• 23 lb biodegradeable block, with 2 lb chain and hanger.
• Hang on fence or from ceiling
• Quick and convenient
• Block stays clean

Ingredients

Molasses Products, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Oxide, Plant Protein Products, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Hydrated Sodium Calcium Aluminosilicate, Processed Grain By-Products, Grain Products, Vegetable Oil, Roughage Products, Sodium Saccharin, Dextrose and Natural Flavors, Calcium Propionate (preservatice).

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude protein (min)                4.00%

Crude fat (min)                       0.05%

Crude fiber (max)                   2.00%

Calcium (min)                         6.50%

Calcium (max)                         7.80%

Magnesium (min)                   7.50%

Directions for Use

For the most effective results, AllBite should be used at the first sign of vice behaviors.

• Hang a minimum of 1 block for every 25 grow-finish pigs or breeding animals.
• Depending on the situation, additional blocks may be beneficial.

Attaching AllBite in the pen:

• Chain included with block
• Hang from fence
• Hang from the ceiling