Lungworms

From: Horse Worms

See also: Horse Wormers (Manufacturers) | Horse Wormer (Chemicals) | Horse Worming Schedule

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Lungworms
Are a parasite that require careful treatment and quick intervention if they infect your horse or foal.

Other Names
Dictyocaulus arnfieldi

Description
Adult Lungworms are long and thin and can range from 25 to 70mm in length

Lungworm Infection

Horses At Risk
All horses are potentially at risk, more mature horses develop a resistance to Lungworms, but foals do not posses this immunity and are therefore at risk

Symptoms

Prevention


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