Why do they put a ring in a pigs nose?
A nose ring in any animal may look like a sadistic torture device but in reality it is for the good of the owner as well as the health of the pig.OmnivoresLike humans, pigs are omnivores. They eat both plants and animals and spend a large part of their natural life foraging using their nose.The SnoutA pig’s nose can be used for rooting in the ground because it is supported by a prenasal bone and a disk of cartilage at the end.DiggingRooting and digging in the dirt with the nose is a natural behavior for any pig. When kept outdoors, this can lead to significant property damage. In a cement enclosure, the pig can do damage to his own nose. Inside, a pig can damage the house when trying to engage in a natural rooting behavior.Ring DesignA pig nose ring is often made out of copper. It has a design that opens with sharp ends and is clipped on to save the trauma of piercing the pig’s nose. More than one ring is used because they can be dislodged.FunctionA pig’s nose ring makes digging downri
