Parasite series

Parasitologist Martin Nielsen explains why some of the information on dewormer labels isn’t helpful — it may be up to 30 years old.

Gluck’s parasitology research herd has enabled scientists to determine the right path for deworming horses, leading to the development of several diagnostic tests.

Parasite control if you own only one horse will depend on where your horse lives, and how often it mixes with other horses.

Parasitologist Martin Nielsen tells us why parasite egg counts are absolutely necessary for constructing an effective parasite control programme.

In his latest “Deworm Debunk” parasitologist Martin Nielsen looks at daily dewormers.

If conditions are not ideal “the only thing you will have accomplished with or mowing or harrowing is to spread out the larvae more and expose the horses more”.

Researchers are using computer simulation to add weather variables from around the world to predict seasonal parasite prevalence.

“We have to remember that the worms that come out after deworming are actually dead.”

Is deworming with a half dose advisable for wormy looking horses? Martin Nielsen explains why the answer is no.

Dr Martin Nielsen weighs in on pasture hygiene and equine parasite control.

“We like to think that, out there in nature, there’s an excellent dewormer that’s just waiting to be discovered.”

What’s the value of five-day dewormers? Martin Nielsen discusses the occurrence of resistance to these products.

Martin Nielsen talks about having the right deworming program and presents some of the research his team has been doing.