{"id":7322,"date":"2023-01-29T15:05:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-29T15:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/farmandanimals.com\/?p=7322"},"modified":"2023-02-03T22:17:43","modified_gmt":"2023-02-03T22:17:43","slug":"how-often-should-you-worm-cattle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/farmandanimals.com\/how-often-should-you-worm-cattle\/","title":{"rendered":"How Often Should You Worm Cattle?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Springtime is the best time to deworm cattle. Early in the springtime, parasite loads are very heavy in pastures. They tend to reduce during the summertime and then they rise again in the autumn. So how often should you worm cattle?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can\u2019t always tell by looking when your cows<\/a> are infected with parasites. You may notice subclinical signs such as a decrease in milk production; a slowing down of weight gain and even a reduction in conception rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If left untreated, these subclinical effects will evolve into clinical effects which may include problems such as edema, anemia and poor coat condition. Both subclinical and clinical effects negatively impact your bottom line and your cattle’s health, so it’s important to keep on top of parasite infestation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Often Do You Need To Deworm Cattle?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Frequency of deworming depends on a number of factors, including the type of parasite load your cattle are exposed to and the type and age of the cattle you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mature cattle should be dewormed annually in the springtime. Pregnant cows should be dewormed just before calving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind that a pregnant cow is under a great deal of stress at calving time. This can mean that her immune system is suppressed, and this can make her more susceptible to parasite infestation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oddly enough, bulls<\/a> are more susceptible to parasites than cows, so you should probably worm them twice a year. If your pasture has an especially large parasite load, you may need to deworm your cattle two times yearly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calves also need to be wormed more frequently than mature cows. Calves that are given deworming treatments while nursing are usually heavier as weanlings. Three or four month old calves should receive their first deworming treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second treatment should come when the calf is weaned from its mother. Following this second deworming, you can expect to treat calves once every three or four months until they become yearlings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After this point, you should deworm in the springtime and again in the autumn until your calves are fully grown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Read also: <\/em><\/strong>Tips For Raising Wagyu Cattle<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Technically speaking, heifers are not thought of as fully mature until they have borne one calf and are pregnant with the second calf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Types Of Cattle Dewormers Are Best?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When selecting a product to use, keep these five considerations in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Method of Application:<\/strong> Will administration of this product be practical for you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Spectrum of Control:<\/strong> Does the product you are considering offer protection against all of the prevalent pests in your area?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Cost-Effectiveness:<\/strong> Will administering this remedy fit into your budget easily?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Withdrawal Time:<\/strong> How long must you wait after administering the product before you can milk or slaughter your stock?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Product Efficacy:<\/strong> Does the product come highly recommended by your vet, county agent and\/or local farmers and ranchers?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    You can choose from avermectins\/milbemycins or benzimidazoles<\/a>. These active ingredients are available in a number of different types of commercial products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The first group, avermectins\/milbemycins , is good for use in calves. It acts as a dewormer and also provides control for external parasites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Benzimidazoles are effective against trematode and nematode infections. They also have some effectiveness against cestodes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Unfortunately, these pests have developed some resistance to these chemicals in recent years, but there are some more effective chemicals available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Among these are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n