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Horse Deworming Products

Several types of parasites are infecting horses every day. Horse de-worming products are important in killing off these parasites. There are many types on the market today. Administering is done in the form of liquid, powder, paste or gel. These products can be purchased at a local feed store, large animal veterinary clinic or tack store. You may also ask your veterinarian to administer the dewormer to your horse.

The liquids are placed in the horse's feed or in a medicinal oral syringe and placed in the horse's mouth. Paste or gel are pre-measured in packages then placed in the medicinal syringes and placed in the horse's mouth. Powders are easy to use since you are able to place it directly into your horse's feed. The only problem is your horse will most likely not get the proper quantity of medicine due to the fact it will eat around the powder and just get the feed.

Administration of the de-worming products should be done at least every eight weeks. Short time periods may be necessary depending on the environment and climate you live in. For instance if you live in a climate where your horse is able to be in pasture the majority of the year, your horse will need to be de-wormed more often then the horse that lives in the climate with snow most or all of the winter. Most of the deworming products can be administered orally or through their feed.

Whenever you deworm you should use a variety of products so the parasites do not build resistance to the medications. You should always consult your veterinarian on the proper products to use on your horse. Especially when the area and type of parasites are different in each area. Most horses do require regular de-worming. If de-worming is not done or not done properly you horse may suffer one or more of the following symptoms: weight loss, poor coat and colic, after time it could result in death of your horse.

Most important have your horse less exposed to parasites by taking some of the following precautions: not keeping too many horses in a small pasture, rotating pastures, and constant removal of feces in the stable and pastures. Taking these small steps to protect your horse will help it tremendously and be lower maintenance on the horse. Deworming is essential to keep your horse healthy.

As in any care of your horse it is best to contact your veterinarian for the most appropriate procedures to take for you and your horse.