ILL AFTER DEWORMING???

[countygirl]

I dewormed my horse yesterday she is about 2 years old and did have worms. She was fine this morning when my father fed them but this evening she hardly touched her food and wants to lay down. I took her outside and walked her around and she wanted to eat grass and run around and seemed to be ok then but as soon as i put her back in the stall she did the same thing. Does anyone have any helpful advice it would be appreciated? thank you

 

[msscamp]

If she had a heavy worm infestation, she could just not be feeling well due to the worming - it's not unusual. Is this her first time for being wormed? I would just keep a close eye on her for colic or other possible side-effects and let her get it worked out (no pun intended). If she still isn't eating within a day or two, I would consult with my vet. Is she drinking water? As long as her water intake remains level, a day or so without food isn't going to cause problems considering the circumstances. I wouldn't let it go much longer than 24 - 36 hours max without talking to my vet. When she does start eating again, give her several small feedings and gradually work her up to what she was eating before - don't just hit her with the usual amount of hay or whatever you are feeding her.

 

[milkmaid]

I know folks who've had horses colic - and die - after being wormed when they had a heavy parasite load. I've actually heard it recommended to split the worming dose, and give half on day 1, then the other half of the tube several days to a week later. That way you don't have ALL the worms die at once and create a blockage.

From the symptoms - not wanting to touch feed and laying down - I'm thinking she has a (mild?) case of colic. Depending on what she's worth to you, giving the vet a call tonight or having him/her come out might not be a bad idea.

 

[Beefy]

i concur with milkmaid.

 

[bootsie]

Horses can get a blockage of worms. If the horse is loaded with worms and they all die then she tries to pass them all at once they will create a block in the intestine. I would call the vet. Treat it like a colic. Get some banamine to help her relax. And some mineral oil to get things moving. I hope she feels better.

 

[Alan]

I my opinion all the prior post are right on the money. Is she still passing pooop? Did you worm the proper dose for her weight and use a approved horse wormer? I agree with the statements of a big parasite infestation. It does sound like she is having a bit of colic and I would really get some Banimine to her, if you have a regular Vet they may sell you a couple of tubes to keep on hand.

Hows she doing this morning?

Good luck

Alan

 

[countygirl]

Thank you everyone for your advice it was most appreciated. She is now doing fine and back to her normal self but she did pass a large amount of worms.

 

[msscamp]

Good, that is excellent news! Thanks for the update, countygirl.

 

[Alan]

Thank you everyone for your advice it was most appreciated. She is now doing fine and back to her normal self but she did pass a large amount of worms.

Great news! You should probably worm her again in about three months. You will want to use a different type of wormer (different active ingredient), to get any that the worms missed and any of the eggs that have hatched out.

Would be wise to put on a regular worming schedule.

Again great news!
Alan