Parasite control strategies used by equine owners in the United States: A national survey

摘要: Abstract The widespread occurrence of anthelmintic resistance in equine parasites across the world has led to recommendations fecal egg count-based parasite programs reduce treatment intensity and thereby delay further development as much possible. most recent study describing control United States was conducted 20 years ago, little is known about current strategies employed. This part National Animal Health Monitoring Systems (NAHMS) Equine 2015 Study, aimed describe U.S. evaluate which extent respondents were compliance with guidelines. carried out 28 states, representing 70.9% all operations at least five equids present. Two questionnaires administered, either by mail or delivered person veterinary medical officers. Participants provided specific details their operation asked questions for therapy diagnostic testing. A total 380 data regarding practices. Most dewormed 2–3 times a year ivermectin being commonly used anthelmintic. About 22% counts (FEC) some form, less than 10% using them on regular basis. Less 5% made use count reduction tests (FECRT). These results suggest change since last nationwide survey 1998, majority did not report FECs. stark contrast European surveys, where 50–60% FECs routinely. However, appears have been lowered compared 1998. Taken together, these continuing need education outreach sustainable control.