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Advice on Worm Control
Horse Ownership is a huge commitment, both time-wise and financially, a fundamental part is looking after your horse's health and well-being. This is also a commonly forgotten part amid the excitment of receiving your first horse.
What are Worms?
Worms are parasites. This means they live within and take nourishment from the "host" (your horse). Worms can affect horses and ponies of all ages. Worms can simply be a minor irritation to your horse and may result in poor condition, with your horse not benefiting from full nutritional worth of its feed. But infections can also prove fatal so, an appropriate worming programme, with regular treatment, is essential for the health and well-being of your horse.
What are the different types of Worms?
Roundworms: These are the most comman class of parasite to affect your horse.
Tapeworms: These are found in the large intestine and can cause loss of condition to a horse. The are strongly associated with colic.
Bots: These flies are a comman irritant to horses out on grass. They can live in the stomach of a horse for up to 10 month.
How can I tell if my horse has Worms?
It can sometimes be difficult to tell if your horse has a Worm Infestation as, sometimes a horse may appear to be in good health but can still have worms which are causing internal damage. The symptoms listed below should be only used as a guide line: If in any doubt ever, contact your vet immediately for reassurance.
- Dull and Rough Coat
- Weight Loss
- Poor Condition
- Itchy Skin, Tail Rubbing & Hair Loss
- Loss of Appetite
- Diarrhoea
- Colic
When should I Worm my horse and, for what?
A general outline for an annual worming schedule is as follows: If you are ever in any doubt, contact your vet before starting a worming programme.
January - March: Carry out routine Worming
April: Treat for Tapeworm
May - September: Carry out routine Worming
October: Treat for Tapeworm
November: Treat for Encysted Redworm
December: Treat for Bots
To read more about Worming, please visit:
http://www.wormingyourhorse.info/Monitoring_Parasites.html
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