Deworming Protocols

There are two methods used for deworming horses. The first method is to administer paste dewormers  every 6-8 weeks. The second method is to keep the horse on a daily dewormer and paste deworm twice a year. Remember to have a fecal exam performed yearly to evaluate the efficacy of the deworming program you select. We will modify the protocol in accordance with your horse's fecal results and enviornment.

1. Paste Deworming Protocol:

This schedule is recommended for the Northeastern United States for horses not on a continuous  deworming program.( i.e. daily Strongid C 2X):

January-Ivermectin/praziquantel combination (Equimax)

March-Oxibendazole (Anthelcide)

May-Moxidectin (Quest) ( Use in horses only. We do not recommend using in miniature horses or ponies.)

       -Ivermectin (Equell) for miniature horses and ponies

July-Double dose Pyrantel Pamoate (Strongid)

September-Ivermectin/Praziquantel combination (Equimax)

November-Double dose Fenbendazole (Panacur) This can be repeated for 4 more days if horse is showing signs of small strongyle infestation (poor coat, chronic colic, diarrhea, unthrifty)

**Remember to read the active ingredient. For example fenbendazole is the active ingredient in Panacur and Safeguard.

2. Daily Deworming Protocol:

Deworm December and June with Ivermectin/praziquantel combination(Equimax) and keep horse on a daily dewormer, pyrantel pamoate (Strongid 2 x). If you choose this protocol, we recommencd enrolling in the Preventicare Program offered by Pfizer.  

Note* Before starting the continuous deworming program, deworm with Equimax, Quest Gold or a Panacur Power Pac.