Worming

Spring Worming for Horses

12/03/202424/05/2024 Suzanne Ashton

In this article, Caroline George BVMS MRCVS discusses spring worming, the importance of worm control, the Intelligent Worming Programme and correct testing methods. Following the winter, our thoughts swiftly turn to appropriate spring worming strategies for our horses. A variety of endoparasites (worms) infect horses in the UK, the majority of which are carried with minimal harm to the adult horse when managed correctly. However, certain horse worms which in low numbers are unlikely to cause harm, can lead to problems when a larger burden is established. When the population…

Westgate Labs Celebrates 25 Years of Revolutionizing Equine Worming Practices

12/02/202424/05/2024 Suzanne Ashton

In a milestone celebration marking a quarter-century of dedication to equine health, Westgate Labs commemorates its 25th anniversary as a pioneer in improving horse worming practices. Founded in 1999 by husband-and-wife team David and Gillian Booth, the company embarked on a mission to revolutionize horse parasite control from their humble farm in Northumberland. Reflecting on the early days of the business, David Booth recalls the determination to drive change: “We recognized the looming threat of resistance in sheep farming and realized the urgent need for a similar shift in horse…

Worming Horses: Advice from an Expert

07/10/202324/05/2024 Suzanne Ashton

Worming: Expert advice on worming horses Worming horses has been a hotly debated topic for many years. The need to worm, quantity and type of wormer has been a recurring conversation delivered by many different chanels following expert advice. But what are the experts actually saying? In this article, Rosie Naylor BVetMed MVetMed DipACVIM PhD MRCVS details several important areas associated to worming horses by covering topics such as resistance, treatments, assessing need and seasonal worming. With thanks to Rosie Naylor BVetMed MVetMed DipACVIM PhD MRCVS Resistance to wormers is…

5 Things to be aware of when worming your horse

26/09/202317/12/2023 Suzanne Ashton

Ensuring your horse is correctly wormed is one of the most important duties you have as a horse owner; worms can otherwise lead to various health difficulties including diarrhoea and colic, and even fatalities if the condition is serious enough. Fortunately there is plenty of advice and help available in the equine community for treating worms in their various forms. In this article, we’re going to share with you some extra tips and pieces of advice for helping to get the most out of your horse worming programme. Horses have…

‘Think Before You Worm’ scheme launched

08/09/202224/05/2024 Suzanne Ashton

‘Think Before You Worm’ scheme launched to tackle growing threat of dewormer resistance The British Horse Society (BHS), have joined forces with British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) to tackle worm resistance with its new ‘Think Before You Worm’ campaign. Launching at this year’s BEVA Congress, project ‘Think Before You Worm’ aims to educate horse owners, carers and yard managers on the importance of following an evidence-based, testing-led, deworming programme that has been developed in partnership with their vet. This comes as the risk of dewormer resistance continues to threaten the…

New Zoetis video explains encysted small redworm danger

12/12/201724/05/2024 Suzanne Ashton

New Zoetis video explains encysted small redworm danger Zoetis UK today unveiled an important new video to help horse owners understand why encysted small redworm are a serious health risk to horses. The company is encouraging all horse owners to speak to their vet or suitably qualified person (SQP) now to make sure they understand the risk this winter. The new animated video, launched this month across social media platforms, uses engaging illustrations to explain the complicated life cycle of the small redworm and the life-threatening damage they can cause…