Henderson County Veterinary Hospital
Mailing: PO Box 391
Physical: 9728 State Highway 31 West
Athens, Texas 75751
(903)675-5613
hcvethospital.com
Equine Deworming Recommendations There are three different methods used to rid horses of these parasites: tube deworming, oral paste, and feed additive. All are effective, but the product must be at proper dose and fully consumed and retained by the animal. Pastes and additives are convenient and easy, but take care that they are not spit out. Tube worming ensures the proper dose is directly delivered to the stomach, and is recommended in cases of heavy parasite infestation. Our veterinarian can help you determine the most effective method and schedule for deworming your horse. Our general guidelines are as follows: Foals: 30 day intervals until some natural resistance is built Companion: Twice a year at minimum, every 90 days is recommended Performance: Every 60-90 days is recommended Breeding: Every 60-90 days is recommended For horses on daily feed additive product: such as Strongid C or C2X, the dosage is given daily as a top dress on the horse's feed. This product is in a convenient pellet form, with an easy measuring scoop for proper dosage according to the animal's weight. In addition to the Strongid C/C2X, we do suggest the use of an Ivermectin product as a Boticide in the spring and fall. For our area this is typically mid-April and after the first frost, or again in November or December. |