Worming Question

[Tiffany L]

How often does everyone worm their goats? - I've had fecals done that were negative, but do not have the money to constantly have checked. And also is Ivermectin save to use on pregnant does? I see it's safe for pregnant mares but was just curious.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Pearce Pastures]

Maybe once a year, but that is after a $15 fecal test. Saves money and prevents parasite resistance since no way to know if they need treatment or for what without it. Ivermectin is safe for pregnant goats. It does not treat all types of parasites though.

 

[jodief100]

We use FAMACHA and worm when they score 4 or 5. Sometime 3 if they have other issues like poor coat or are thin. I have used Ivermectin on pregnant does. No problems.

 

[Tiffany L]

When you use the Ivermectin how often do you deworm? I just purchased a bred doe - who tested negative by the vet - but the prior owners weren't sure the last she was dewormed. I didnt know if I should deworm her now and/or if anyone keeps a schedule of worming? I know for our horses we worm when the seasons change.

 

[Tiffany L]

Wish it was a $15 fecal test here - it's $30/goat.

 

[Pearce Pastures]

We use FAMACHA and worm when they score 4 or 5. Sometime 3 if they have other issues like poor coat or are thin. I have used Ivermectin on pregnant does. No problems.

Doesn't this only indicate barberpole though?

 

[Tiffany L]

@Pearce Pastures I have also read that it only works w/ barberpole.

 

[Tiffany L]

Ive heard that if you use Ivermetcin you should follow up with w/ Safe Guard for the next 3 days - is this true?

 

[Pearce Pastures]

No. They treat different worms though and if you need one, you may not need the other.

 

[Pearce Pastures]

Neither will treat coccidia.