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What helps decide whether an adult horse needs deworming?

A fecal egg count tells you if worms are present.

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Why: Fecal egg counts help you decide whether a horse needs deworming. Merck says horses should be dewormed if the egg count is high enough and the vet recommends it, which helps avoid over-treating.

Huh, didn't know that: Merck says a healthy adult with few or no eggs may need deworming only once or twice a year.

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References

Answer: A fecal egg count. Fecal egg counts help you decide whether a horse needs deworming. Merck says horses should be dewormed if the egg count is high enough and the vet recommends it, which helps avoid over-treating.

  1. Deworming your horse (UMN Extension) extension.umn.edu/node/1456
    Fecal egg counts can help you decide whether your horse needs deworming.
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. Horse Parasites and Flies (Merck Veterinary Manual) www.merckvetmanual.com/horse-owners/routine-care-of-horses/horse-parasites-and-flies
    Horses should be dewormed if a parasite egg count in their feces is high enough and your vet recommends it.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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