Why Is My Previously Dewormed Yearling Pooping Parasites?
A reader dewormed her new yearling with the rest of her herd and was surprised by what she found the next day.
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Martin Krarup Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVM, is an associate professor of parasitology and the Schlaikjer professor in equine infectious disease at the University of Kentucky's Maxwell H. Gluck Equine Research Center, in Lexington. His research focus includes parasite diagnostic measures and drug resistance. Known as a foremost expert in the field of equine parasites, Nielsen chaired the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ (AAEP) parasite control task force, which produced the “AAEP Parasite Control Guidelines.”
Posted by Martin Krarup Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVM | Mar 19, 2021 | Article, Basic Care, Deworming & Internal Parasites, Horse Care
A reader dewormed her new yearling with the rest of her herd and was surprised by what she found the next day.
Read MorePosted by Martin Krarup Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVM | Feb 19, 2019 | Article, Basic Care, Deworming & Internal Parasites, Farm and Barn, Horse Care, Pasture & Forage Management, Pastures, Waste & Manure Management
Learn why this deworming technique doesn’t have an antiparasitic effect in horses.
Read MorePosted by Martin Krarup Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVM | Oct 10, 2018 | Article, Boarding, Deworming & Internal Parasites
Vets recommend a whole-facility-focused approach to parasite control, but what do you do when you don’t manage the farm?
Read MorePosted by Martin Krarup Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVM | Jun 6, 2018 | Basic Care, Deworming & Internal Parasites, Horse Care
A reader trying to adhere to current deworming recommendations wonders how to manage her horse who is boarded at a farm that still practices rotational deworming. An equine parasitologist weighs in.
Read MorePosted by Martin Krarup Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVM | Jul 19, 2017 | Article, Deworming & Internal Parasites, Farm and Barn, Pasture & Forage Management, Pastures
Are there any parasite-killing products I can apply to pastures after I rotate my horses to a different one?
Read MorePosted by Martin Krarup Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVM | Jul 1, 2017 | Article, Deworming & Internal Parasites
Some horses are more susceptible to this common parasite than others. Here’s what you need to know.
Read MorePosted by Martin Krarup Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVM | Jun 21, 2017 | Basic Care, Body Condition, Deworming & Internal Parasites, Equine Parasites and Control Programs, Horse Care, Podcasts, Vital Signs & Physical Exam, Working With a Veterinarian
Dr. Martin Nielsen gives a basic overview of health issues that could indicate your horse has “worms.”
Read MorePosted by Martin Krarup Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVM | Jun 19, 2017 | Deworming & Internal Parasites, Farm and Barn, Healthy Farm Management, Horse Care, Podcasts, Waste & Manure Management
Dr. Martin Nielsen explains why composting and good manure management are imperative to internal parasite control.
Read MorePosted by Martin Krarup Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVM | Sep 30, 2016 | Media, Seminars, University of Kentucky Diagnostic Research Lecture Series, Vet On Demand, Video
Horse deworming recommendations have changed. Get up-to-date with Dr. Martin Nielsen of the University of Kentucky.
Read MorePosted by Martin Krarup Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVM | Aug 28, 2015 | Article, Deworming & Internal Parasites, Horse Care, Lower Limb, Other Skin Problems
Find out what kinds of skin parasites can cause scratches and how these pests respond to ivermectin treatment.
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