Sid is a 7-year-old pony in good health. His owner has just bought him and wants to know what to worm him with. He is being collected in 3 day’s time. His worming history is unknown He Is going to a DIY livery yard with 20 other horses and minimal grazing.

It is now November, what would be the most suitable way to treat Sid?

Its summer now, Betty has had tapeworm and encysted redworm in December and 2 FWEC’s since.

What else do you need to know in order to asses the risk. The owner also wants advise on what treatment he should use for both mare and foal.