Swine wormers and dewormers are crucial for managing and preventing internal parasites in pigs. At Jeffers Pet, we offer a range of products to help address this concern. Our selection includes oral dewormers, injectable treatments, and feed additives.
Oral dewormers are convenient for large herds and can be administered through feed or water. Injectable treatments provide direct administration, while feed additives offer continuous protection.
It's important to follow proper deworming schedules and consult with a veterinarian for personalized advice. Alongside wormers and dewormers, we also provide swine vaccines, vitamins, and supplements.
Vaccinations play a vital role in disease prevention, while vitamins and supplements support overall health. Remember to prioritize the welfare of your pigs by maintaining cleanliness and implementing good management practices.
For personalized recommendations, consult with a veterinarian or animal health professional. Jeffers Pet is committed to helping you maintain the health and productivity of your swine herd.
What is the best dewormer for pigs / swine?
Ivermectin is widely considered the most broadly effective and commonly used dewormer for swine, as it controls a wide spectrum of internal parasites like large roundworms, kidney worms, nodular worms, lungworms, and whipworms, as well as external parasites like mange mites and lice. It is available as a 1% injectable solution or as a premix added to feed. Fenbendazole (SafeGuard) is another effective option with a broad spectrum of activity.
What are the different types of swine and pig dewormers?
- Macrocyclic lactones – broadest spectrum of activity including internal and external parasites.
- Benzimidazoles – highly effective against roundworms, whipworms, and other GI parasites.
- Imidazothiazoles – effective against roundworms and lungworms through a different mechanism of action.
- Feed-additive dewormers – Premix formulations blended into the ration for easy group administration over several days.
- Injectable dewormers – Subcutaneous injections of ivermectin or doramectin given individually; useful for targeted treatment and external parasite control simultaneously.
- Combination products – Some formulations target both endo- and ectoparasites in a single treatment.
How often should pigs be de-wormed?
A common deworming protocol treats sows and boars twice per year, gilts at introduction to the herd, and growing pigs once between weaning and slaughter. Show pigs are often dewormed 3–4 weeks before the first show, with care taken to respect withdrawal periods. Piglets in contaminated environments may need treatment starting at 6–8 weeks of age. Backyard or pet pigs may be dewormed annually if managed well, or more frequently if fecal egg counts indicate a significant worm burden.
How to tell if a pig has worms or needs deworming
Common signs that a pig may have a significant worm burden include poor growth rate or failure to thrive despite adequate nutrition, rough or dull coat, pot-bellied appearance, visible weight loss, coughing, diarrhea or loose stools, anemia (pale gums, lethargy), and in severe infestations, visible worms in feces. However, many pigs carry moderate worm burdens without obvious clinical signs which is why fecal egg count testing performed by a veterinarian is the most reliable and objective way to diagnose parasite burdens.
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Can I purchase Pig Dewormers online?
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