A horse that hasn't been dewormed regularly can be an internal feeding ground for parasites. Symptoms include a dull coat, lack of shedding in the spring, lethargic and depressed demeanor. Some have a potbelly and actually look fat, but ribs are also visible. These horses show a decrease in positive attitude, performance, and health because the food they receive is consumed by the parasites, preventing the horse from receiving the necessary nutrition they need to work for you. Vitamins and minerals are depleted as well.

For most horses, deworming should occur every eight weeks. We in fact have found great showing results by worming our foals with a VERY SMALL dose on a more regular basis, to tighten up their bellies, and keep the coat sparkling. Aggressive worming will help prevent those nasty internal parasites from taking hold. In circumstances where the horse is exposed to high parasite concentrations, deworming should take place every six weeks.

Having seen a horse arrive at our farm for breeding from Kentucky, and die within two days of arrival due to lack of worming for a long time, we follow manufacturers and veterinarian directions specifically on our horses.

The wormers have not been exposed to extreme cold or heat.