Ascaris suum and Balantidium coli are the common parasites that can affect pigs in a farm setting. Both A. suum and B. coli can pose significant challenges to pig farm .Tamworth and Desi pigs of Pig farm were presented with a history of diarrhoea, weight loss, reduced appetite and respiratory issues such as coughing and increased respiratory rate. A total of 140 faecal samples from 71 (< 3 months) , 44 (< 6 months) and 25 (>6 months) pigs including pregnant sows and adult boars were collected. Ascaris spp ova and Balantidium coli cysts was detected in129 and 131faecal samples respectively. Still birth was found in three (3) sows Faecal examination revealed concurrent infection of Ascaris suum and Balantidium coli. Pigs were managed successfully with specific therapy of fenbendazole (orally @ 5mg/kg body weight) and metronidazole (@ 20mg /kg body weight) with Furazolidone (@ 10 mg/kg body weight). The present paper reports an impact due to Ascariosis and Balantidiosis and its therapeutic management in T& D pigs of Pig breeding farm, Ranchi.
