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Title: Pig Hunters Beware
Post by: Steve Kendrot on April 13, 2012, 01:25:00 PM
Brucellosis discovered in NC feral hogs.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/04/120411131913.htm
Title: Re: Pig Hunters Beware
Post by: Duker on April 13, 2012, 02:03:00 PM
Sad to hear  :(  Will have to start wearing rubber gloves when field dressing.
Title: Re: Pig Hunters Beware
Post by: Looper on April 13, 2012, 03:08:00 PM
A few months ago, a couple of guys got it in Laurens County, SC. I wear rubber gloves anyway.
Title: Re: Pig Hunters Beware
Post by: tarponnut on April 13, 2012, 03:11:00 PM
It can be contracted via the air, as well. Haven't resorted to wearing a mask yet but always wear gloves when skinning one.

There were 112 cases of swine brucellosis in Florida last year. I personally knew three of the guys, they butcher a LOT of hogs,though.
Title: Re: Pig Hunters Beware
Post by: Shakes.602 on April 13, 2012, 03:56:00 PM
Sounds like Ya ought to Shoot the Hog, cover with Flammables, and Set Fire to the Nasty Varmint.  :scared:    :scared:    BE CAREFUL!!   :thumbsup: