SIGNS OF PARASITISM

Contrary to popular belief, many horses that have dangerous parasite levels appear to be perfectly healthy. From the outside they may be fat, sleek and shiny, while on the inside the worms are doing irreparable damage. But in other horses, especially young horses, parasites can take a visible toll. Signs of infestation might include:

• Dull, rough haircoat
• Lethargy or decreased stamina
• Weight loss Coughing and/or nasal discharge
• Tail rubbing and hair loss
• Resistance to the bit due to mouth lesions
• Colic
• Summer sores
• Depression
• Loss of appetite
• Unthriftiness or loss of condition Diarrhea