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When choosing the right worming treatment for your horse, it’s important to remember that not all horse wormers are the same. Different brands contain various active ingredients that target different types of worms, and opting for the cheapest option isn’t always the best choice.
Several factors should be considered when selecting a wormer, including:
- Pasture management: Is your horse grazing with other horses?
- Age: Younger or older horses may require different treatments.
- Health issues: Any relevant health concerns should be taken into account.
- Weight: Make sure to choose a product suitable for your horse’s weight range.
We also encourage horse owners to perform regular fecal egg counts before administering any treatment. This test helps check for the presence of adult worms.
To perform a faecal egg count, please provide a fresh sample of your horse’s poo. This will indicate whether worming is necessary and can also be used to assess the
effectiveness of your chosen worming product. By checking the faeces about two weeks after worming, we can determine if the product has worked effectively.
For the faeces exam to be reliable, we need a high-quality sample. The cost is $23.00 per sample.
Here’s how to take a sample:
1. Ensure the faeces are fresh (ideally no older than one hour).
2. Take a small amount from the top of the pile, making sure it hasn’t touched the ground.
3. Place it in a ziplock bag or container, and label it with your name and your horse’s name.
4. If you can’t bring the sample to the clinic right away, store it in the refrigerator (preferably no longer than one day) until you can deliver it.
5. Samples can be dropped off at the clinic during normal opening hours.
For more advice ask our friendly staff or chat with your equine veterinarian.