Researchers continue to study internal parasites, with a focus on preventing resistance to deworming drugs.
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Learn important facts about equine internal parasites and their control in this special report!
Equine parasites are becoming resistant to our de-worming compounds. This blog post addresses why this is a HUGE CONCERN not only for your horse, but for the entire horse industry. Recently I had to euthanize a world-class 4-year-old Quarter Horse mare, a real tragedy.
The American Association of Equine Practitioners’ guidelines offer information on reducing the risk of parasitic diseases in horses, anthelmintic resistance, and more.
Did you know you can effectively control parasites in your horses with magnetism and the moon? Trust us, it's not lunacy!
Smart strategies help defeat the growing problem of drug resistance.
Dr. Robert Mealey, of Washington State University shares his team's research on equine piroplasmosis, a tick-borne disease caused by a parasitic protozoan.
For a horse owner, there are few sights more welcome than the first signs of spring. As the snow melts away and the pastures begin to turn green, horse owners are glad to see the end of short days, frozen water buckets, and woolly coats. Springtime means longer, warmer days to spend working in the arena or hitting the trails. The season is also an ideal time to catch up on your horse’s healthcare needs.
This succinct review of equine internal parasite control measures reflects modern strategies now in place to reduce development of resistance.
The Inside Story - For as long as horses have been grazing the hillsides and meadows, the pest of parasite infestation has plagued them. Perennial as the grass, intestinal parasites find every possible opportunity to enter their horse host, and live out their life cycle.
What are the best natural wormers to use and how to prevent equine parasitic infection in the first place. And which commercial wormer is actually natural!
Is your parasite control program right for your horses? Find out and get your deworming questions answered!
Zero Egg Count Equine Parasite Test Kit Zero Egg Count is an equine healthcare company offering diagnostic fecal egg count test kits and laboratory services that provide vital information about a horse’s worm burden and the effectiveness of an owner’s deworming program. The current American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Parasite Control Guidelines recommends using an egg counting technique with a limit for detection of less than 25 eggs per gram (EPG) for Fecal Egg Count Reduction Testing. Zero Egg Count’s testing method (the Modified Wisconsin Sugar Flotation Technique) has a detection limit of 1 EPG. The inexpensive mail-in test kits include everything you need to collect and safely ship a horse’s fecal sample to their laboratory. The collection bag is designed to collect and preserve a horse’s fecal sample using the same bag, saving time and waste while protecting your hands from fecal matter. Its collapsible design also allows you to remove excess air from the bag to maintain the sample’s integrity during shipping. The coolant pack keeps a horse’s sample cool during shipping to prevent parasite eggs from hatching. The durable freezer pack’s gel ingredients are non-toxic and FDA compliant. The durable cool shield thermal bubble mailer protects its contents from extreme temperatures and rough handling during shipping, while self-seal adhesive strips ensure the sample stays locked inside during shipping. Your testing results are shared via e-mail or US mail within 48 hours of the sample’s receipt. Each test result identifies the type and number of parasites detected and classifies each horse into a HIGH, MODERATE, or LOW shedder category. This information can help you make informed decisions about your horse’s deworming protocols. Features: Kits are attractively packaged and have an unlimited shelf life Kits include everything you need to collect and safely ship a horse's fecal sample for a thorough and accurate analysis of the parasites lurking inside your horse Results given via email or US mail within 48 hours of the sample's receipt Each Kit Includes: Transparent, leakproof, resealable collection bag Reusable, food-safe, refrigerant coolant pack Insulated pre-addressed thermal shielded shipping envelope Equine Parasite Collection and Treatment form Detailed easy to follow, step-by-step Sample Collection and Shipping Instructions Sheet For additional product information, please see clickable links listed under Downloadable Resources. Downloadable Resources
Fly and parasite control (for worms) is an important part of horse ownership, and for young horse owners, it's important to know more.
Safe-Guard Equine Dewormer Paste Protect your horse from harmful parasites with Safe-Guard Equine Dewormer Paste, formulated with 10% fenbendazole. This effective dewormer targets a wide range of internal parasites, including large and small strongyles, pinworms, and ascarids (roundworms). With its easy-to-administer paste form and palatable apple-cinnamon flavor, Safe-Guard is safe for foals, pregnant mares, and older horses, ensuring comprehensive parasite control with every dose. Benefits of Merck Safe-Guard Horse Dewormer Paste Broad-Spectrum Parasite Control: Effectively controls large and small strongyles, pinworms, and ascarids, protecting your horse from a range of internal parasites. Safe for All Horses: Suitable for foals, pregnant mares, and older horses, providing a high degree of safety across various age groups. Easy to Administer: The convenient paste form is easy to administer orally, with a unique apple-cinnamon flavor that horses readily accept. Versatile Dosage: Available in a 25-gram syringe, it’s perfect for treating horses of varying sizes, from foals to adult horses. Directions for Use of Safe-Guard Paste Dewormer Merck For Adult Horses: Administer orally at a rate of 2.3 mg/lb (5 mg/kg) body weight for the control of large strongyles, small strongyles, and pinworms. One 25-gram syringe will treat a 1,100 lb horse. For Foals and Weanlings: Where ascarids are a concern, administer 4.6 mg/lb (10 mg/kg) body weight. One 25-gram syringe will treat a 550 lb horse. For Encysted Larvae: To control encysted early third stage, late third stage, and fourth stage cyathostome larvae, as well as fourth stage larvae of Strongylus vulgaris, administer 4.6 mg/lb (10 mg/kg) body weight daily for 5 consecutive days. One 25-gram syringe will treat 550 lbs of body weight per day. Consultation: Always consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of parasitism in your horse. Active Ingredients 10% Fenbendazole Storage Instructions Storage: Store at or below 25°C (77°F) in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children and animals. Warnings & Cautions Do Not Use: In horses intended for human consumption. Precaution: When using Safe-Guard (fenbendazole) Paste 10% in conjunction with trichlorfon, follow the manufacturer's labels for use and cautions. Consultation: It is recommended to consult your veterinarian to determine the most appropriate deworming schedule for your horse. Important Safety Information Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. When using SAFE-GUARD (fenbendazole) Paste 10% concomitantly with trichlorfon, refer to the manufacturer’s labels for use and cautions for trichlorfon. INDICATION : SAFE-GUARD (fenbendazole) Paste 10% is indicated for the control of large strongyles (Strongylus edentatus, S. equinus, S. vulgaris), encysted early third stage (hypobiotic), late third stage and fourth stage cyathostome larvae, small strongyles, pinworms (Oxyuris equi), ascarids (Parascaris equorum), and arteritis caused by fourth stage larvae of Strongylus vulgaris in horses. Merck Safe-Guard Horse Dewormer Paste - FAQs 1. What parasites does Safe-Guard Equine Dewormer Paste control? This dewormer effectively controls large and small strongyles, pinworms, ascarids (roundworms), and encysted cyathostome larvae in horses. 2. How do I administer Safe-Guard Equine Dewormer Paste? Administer the paste orally by placing the syringe in the horse’s mouth and depressing the plunger to deliver the correct dosage based on the horse’s body weight. 3. Is this dewormer safe for pregnant mares? Yes, Safe-Guard Equine Dewormer Paste is safe for use in pregnant mares, as well as foals and older horses. 4. How often should I administer this dewormer? For general deworming, administer as needed based on parasite exposure. Consult with your veterinarian to determine the appropriate treatment schedule. 5. Can this product be used on foals? Yes, this product is safe for foals and is particularly effective against ascarids, which are commonly found in younger horses. For more great products and horse care tips, visit our home page.
Equine weight loss is simply a result of more calories being used by the body than are being consumed. There are several potential causes of chronic weight loss in horses. These causes include poor quality or limited feed supply, health and disease problems, as well as social interaction and competition among horses. Chronic equine weight loss can also be the result of starvation. Equine starvation can be caused by intentional neglect, ignorance, economic hardship of owner, disease, dentition, pecking order, parasites, or seasonal variation in availability of pasture. Remarkably, horses can survive chronic weight loss.
While there is the potential for a horse to be infected by more than 150 different species of internal parasites, there are four main types: bloodworms, small strongyles, roundworms and tapeworms.
Learn about the lifecycles of common found parasites in horses and how to manage them.
Logically structured guide for horse owners, vets, and others with an interest in worm control.
Equine weight loss is simply a result of more calories being used by the body than are being consumed. There are several potential causes of chronic weight loss in horses. These causes include poor quality or limited feed supply, health and disease problems, as well as social interaction and competition among horses. Chronic equine weight loss can also be the result of starvation. Equine starvation can be caused by intentional neglect, ignorance, economic hardship of owner, disease, dentition, pecking order, parasites, or seasonal variation in availability of pasture. Remarkably, horses can survive chronic weight loss.
What scientists are learning about equine parasite resistance to dewormers and how to curb it.
Use this cheat sheet to help determine when to perform fecal egg counts, fecal egg count reduction tests, and when to deworm horses of various age groups.
What scientists are learning about equine parasite resistance to dewormers and how to curb it.
What scientists are learning about equine parasite resistance to dewormers and how to curb it.
Times are changing when it comes to parasite control. Learn how to control parasites in broodmares and foals.
Here is a step-by-step guide to composting horse manure.
What scientists are learning about equine parasite resistance to dewormers and how to curb it.
Discover the powerful CuraHorse® Dual Action Oral Paste Wormer, a comprehensive solution for your horse's parasite control needs. This 32.5g paste combines abamectin and morantel tartrate to effectively combat a broad spectrum of internal parasites, including encysted small strongyles, threadworms, and pinworms. Safe for adult horses, ponies, pregnant mares, breeding stallions, and geriatric horses, this palatable paste ensures easy administration. Protect your equine companion from disease-causing parasites and bots with this trusted worming solution. Shop now to maintain your horse's optimal health and well-being. Product Features and Benefits: Dual-Action Formula: Combines abamectin and morantel tartrate for comprehensive parasite control. Broad-Spectrum Protection: Effectively targets major disease-causing parasites, including bots and encysted small strongyles. Safe for Various Horses: Suitable for adult horses, ponies, pregnant mares, breeding stallions, and geriatric horses. Palatable Paste: Easy to administer, ensuring your horse receives the full dose. External Parasite Control: Also effective against summer sores and onchocerca species. Explore CuraHorse® Dual Action Oral Paste Wormer today for comprehensive equine parasite protection!
Fecal tests for parasite eggs have become a crucial part of any effective deworming program. Here’s how to ensure that those tests are accurate and meaningful.
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Currently, AAEP reaches more than 5 million horse owners through over 9,000 members and is involved in ethics issues, practice research and continuing education in the equine veterinary profession.
equine protozoal myeloencephalitis a neurological disease found in horses caused by Sarcocystis neurona, a parasite that attacks the brain and spinal cord.
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You need to decide what your focus is for your equine boarding and/or training facility.
We only have three classes of chemical dewormers for controlling equine internal parasites. As you can see, resistance is reported to all three classes in horses around the world.
One important way to slow the building resistance of internal parasites to chemical dewormers is by performing routine fecal egg counts (FECs) on horses.
Dealing with worms is a part of life when you have horses. Unfortunately, there is no one single best way to handle worms in our Equine friends. But a basic understanding of the various types of parasites horses can get, the signs and symptoms, as well as different control options will give you the
Equine weight loss is simply a result of more calories being used by the body than are being consumed. There are several potential causes of chronic weight loss in horses. These causes include poor quality or limited feed supply, health and disease problems, as well as social interaction and competition among horses. Chronic equine weight loss can also be the result of starvation. Equine starvation can be caused by intentional neglect, ignorance, economic hardship of owner, disease, dentition, pecking order, parasites, or seasonal variation in availability of pasture. Remarkably, horses can survive chronic weight loss.
Fecal Water Syndrome (FWS) is a condition where affected equids pass droppings of normal consistency but they are accompanied by watery fecal content either before, during or afterwards1. The cause of FWS remains unknown and has no apparent link to dentition or parasite status. Affected animals typically do not overtly display symptoms beyond occasional discomfort during defecation, although loss of weight and condition, and dermatitis of stained hind limbs is also reported. The potential role of dysbiosis in the gastrointestinal system with FWS was examined in a recent study2. Dysbiosis refers to imbalances in the microbial communities of the gut microbiome and their functionality and has previously been linked to colic3 and laminitis4. This study was conducted as a prospective, case-controlled study and aimed to examine the fecal microbial community populations between animals presenting with FWS and stable-matched controls. 31 horses were recruited and included 16 FWS ‘affected’ and 15 stable-matched controls. ‘Affected’ animals were defined as those that had presented with FWS for at least four months, had fecal water being passed on at least one day within a week , and had previously had an otherwise normal clinical examination. The stable-matched controls were of the same age, breed, sex and shared the same management environment as affected horses, but had no evidence of FWS. Fecal samples were collected from all horses during early spring and again in autumn. Spring had been identified as when FWS frequently occurred in this study population. Some horses also had gastroscopy, fecal egg counts and examination of salivary cortisol. DNA was extracted from the fecal samples to examine the microbial population structure via metagenomic sequencing. This permitted identification of taxonomic groups in the bacterial microbiota populations and comparison between FWS animals and their matched controls. No significant results were obtained from the fecal egg count analysis, salivary cortisol measurements or gastroscopy examinations. Analysis of microbial population composition revealed no significant differences between FWS horses and their matched controls (p > 0.3). Some members of the bacterial microbiota populations were identified as ‘enriched’ in the control and FWS horses in spring and in autumn, suggestive of health and seasonal differences, although no difference in bacterial diversity between the two study populations was observed. Several factors are likely involved in the pathogenesis of FWS, including stress, management regimes and other individual characteristics. This study suggests only minor differences are observed in the gastrointestinal microbiota of FWS and unaffected animals, indicating that further research is needed to explore the role of the microbiome in the condition, and in the identification of therapeutic and supportive methods. 1. Kienzle, E., Zehnder, C., Pfister, K., Gerhards, H., Sauter‐Louis, C. and Harris, P. (2016). Field study on risk factors for free fecal water in pleasure horses. J Equine Vet Sci., 44, 32‐ 36. Available HERE 2. Schoster, A., Weese, J.S., Gerber, V., and Nicole Graubner, C. (2020). Dysbiosis is not present in horses with fecal water syndrome when compared to controls in spring and autumn. J Vet Intern Med., 34, 1614– 1621. Available HERE 3. Weese, J.S., Holcombe, S.J., Embertson, R.M., Kurtz, K.A., Roessner, H.A., Jalali, M. and Wismer, S.E. (2014). Changes in the faecal microbiota of mares precede the development of postpartum colic. Equine Vet J., 47, 641‐ 649. Available HERE 4. Milinovich, G.J., Trott, D.J., Burrell, P.C., Croser, E.L., Al Jassim, R.A.M., Morton, J.M., Van Eps, A.W. and Pollitt, C.C. (2007). Fluorescence in situ hybridization analysis of hindgut bacteria associated with the development of equine laminitis. Environ Microbiol., 2090‐ 2100. Available HERE 5. Parkes, G.C., Rayment, N.B., Hudspith, B.N., Petrovska, L., Lomer, M.C., Brostoff, J., Whelan, K. and Sanderson, J.D. (2012), Distinct microbial populations exist in the mucosa‐associated microbiota of sub‐groups of irritable bowel syndrome. Neurogastroenterology & Motility, 24, 31-39. Available HERE
The Zero Egg Count Equine Parasite Test Kit provides vital information about a horse's worm burden and the effectiveness of an owner's de-worming program. Each mail-in equine parasite test kit includes everything a horse owner needs to collect and safely ship a horse's fecal sample to the Zero Egg Count laboratory for a thorough and accurate analysis of the parasites lurking inside a horse. Just scoop, seal and send with this Zero Egg Count equine parasite test kit to avoid waiting on the vet or driving to the vet's office. Zero Egg Count's testing laboratory has been serving horse owners and the veterinary community throughout the United States since 1984 and uses one of the most sensitive parasite testing methods available for accurate test results Save time and money by testing when you want to test with this equine fecal parasite test kit Just collect a small sample of your horse's manure and mail it to the Zero Egg Count lab for a convenient process Everything is included along with a prepaid, pre-addressed return envelope for one low price Provides easy to understand descriptions about which parasites were detected and what to do about it with no scientific jargon to look up Join the veterinarians, horse owners and barn managers who took control of their horse's healthcare by regularly performing fecal egg count testing Offers vital information about a horse's worm burden and the effectiveness of an owner's de-worming program Less treatment means less toxic chemicals for your horse and less toxic chemicals for the planet Just scoop, seal and send with this Zero Egg Count equine parasite test kit to avoid waiting on the vet or driving to the vet's office
