More than 460 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, "Which of the following dewormers do you use to treat encysted small strongyles?"

results of poll on choosing a dewormer

Results were as follows: 

  • Ivermectin: 35.57% (164)

  • Moxidectin (e.g., Quest): 25.60% (118)

  • Pyrantel Pamoate (e.g., Strongid): 19.09% (88)

  • Fenbendazole (e.g., Panacur): 15.84% (73)

  • Other 3.90% (18)

Readers shared what they prefer to use in the comments below

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