What is the recommended protocol for deworming pigs?

Pigs should be dewormed every 4-6 months depending on your area. Two easily accessible and easily dosed dewormers that will cover the common parasites found in pet pigs are ivermectin (brand name Ivomec or Noromectin) and fenbendazole (brand name Safe-guard).

When should pigs be dewormed?

Young, growing pigs require more consistent deworming because they are more susceptible to intestinal pig worms. They should be treated at eight weeks of age, then every two months.

How do you give safeguard Dewormer to pigs?

For individual 100 lb swine feeding, mix 1 level scoop into 1 lb of pig’s daily ration and feed once daily for 3 consecutive days. For individual 400 lb sow feeding, mix 1 level scoop into 4-6 lbs of sow’s daily ration and feed once daily for 3 consecutive days.

What is the best pig Wormer?

TOP SELLER. Noromectin for Cattle & Swine. by Norbrook Labs.

Can you overdose a pig on Dewormer?

Both dewormers can be given orally (no need for stressful injections) at home. Although rare, you can overdose your pig using these medications.

Can you worm pigs with safeguard?

Safe To Use SAFE-GUARD 0.9% Swine Dewormer can be used for all swine, including growing pigs, pregnant sows and boars. And, because there is no withdrawal period, it can be fed right up to slaughter.

How long is slaughter withdrawal for tramisol hog Wormer?

Slaughter withdrawal=3 days. Tramisol® Hog Wormer (American Cyanamid) Each 2.05 oz packet contains levamisoleresinate equivalent to 45.5 grams levamisole. (OTC) Approved for use in swine. Slaughter withdrawal=3 days. Approved for use in non-lactating dairy and beef cattle and swine. Slaughter withdrawal=2days (cattle); 3 days (swine).

Can a wormer be given to a swine?

Deworming medication can be given via injection, orally (in the feed or water) and topically, although topical wormers are not very effective on swine, because they do not have enough hair follicles for absorption of the medication.

Where can I buy a dewormer for my Pig?

When deworming your animal, there are a number of products available to use and most of these can be found at your local feed store or agriculture supply store.

How much levamisole can you give a pig?

Levasole® Soluble Pig Wormer 18.15 grams/packet (Schering Plough); (OTC) Approvedfor use in swine. Slaughter withdrawal=9 days. Levasole® Soluble Drench Powder 46.8 grams/packet (Schering Plough); (OTC) Approvedfor use in beef cattle, non-lactating dairy cattle, and sheep.