Discover the Best Horse Wormers & Dewormers at Jeffers
It’s important for horse owners to keep their horses healthy and free from parasites. That's why Jeffers offers a wide range of horse wormers and dewormers to help you provide optimal equine health. You'll find everything you need to keep them healthy and happy here.
Our dewormers are carefully selected to provide your horse with the most effective and safe solutions. These target a variety of internal and external parasites providing redworm, lungworms and horse tapeworm treatments among others. From top brands like Equimax, Bimectin, Safe-Guard, Panacur, Quest, Strongid, and Zimecterin to trusted and time-tested favorites like Jeffers Horse Dewormer, you can be sure that you're getting the best worming solutions available.
Establishing a regular horse deworming schedule and knowing how to safely administer paste dewormer is important to help rid your horse of parasites. Jeffers Equine offers a variety of options and forms such as paste, pellets, or gel depending on your horse's preference. Choose Jeffers Equine for the best horse worming products, advice, and service.
How do horses get worms?
Parasites exist in a variety of places either as eggs or larvae. These may be present in the grazing pasture, feed, or from flying insects. Parasites and worms can spread through feed, bites, fecal contamination, and egg laying. Young horses are more likely to get certain parasites.
How often should I worm a horse?
One strategy to control parasites is to deworm horses twice per year, once in the Spring and once in the Fall. You may also choose to use a continuous dewormer added to your feed. Consult your veterinarian to know how often should you worm a worse. Your veterinarian will be able to examine fecal egg counts to determine deworming needs for your horses. So with the question, how many times a year should horses be wormed?, it would be twice. For additional reading, check out our article How and When You Should Worm Your Horse.
What is the best dewormer for horses? What dewormer do vets recommend?
The best dewormers for horses generally include broad-spectrum macrocyclic lactones like Ivermectin or Moxidectin. There are top vet-recommended products by season such as Ivermectin pastes being the best for Spring/Summer, while combinations with praziquantel for targeting tapeworms.
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When to deworm horses in the fall?
The best time to deworm horses in the fall is late fall around late October or November, ideally about one month after the first killing frost. This timing is critical for targeting specific seasonal parasites like bots and tapeworms. Vets recommend using products that contain praziquantel to target tapeworms, often combined with ivermectin or moxidectin to handle other parasites such as Equimax, Zimectrin Gold or Quest Plus.
Can I get a dewormer for my horse without going to the vet?
Yes, Jeffers Pet offers a wide variety of over-the-counter horse dewormers that can be purchased without a veterinarian prescription. Popular options available include ivermectin pastes, Quest Gel, Zimecterin GOLD, and Safe-Guard. These products treat common parasites like bots, roundworms, and tapeworms. While you can purchase these without a vet, it is still recommended to consult a veterinarian for a strategic deworming plan to prevent parasite resistance.
How can I tell if my horse needs deworming?
Look out for these key indicators to determine if your horse needs deworming. If you suspect your horse has a severe parasite infestation, contact your veterinarian immediately to determine the appropriate treatment.
- Dull or rough coat
- Unexplained weight loss
- Chronic diarrhea
- Lethargy or a "pot-bellied" appearance
- Tail rubbing
- Poor or declined performance
- Frequent, mild colic
- Visible worms possibly seen in manure
Can I purchase Horse Wormers (Horse Dewormers) on a regular basis?
Absolutely, and you can add it to your cart anytime. Don’t miss our top-rated Horse Grooming & Tack Supplies too!
Can I purchase Horse Wormers (Horse Dewormers) online?
Yes. You might qualify for free shipping, just add the item to your cart to find out. Also, our Horse Essentials often include free delivery.
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