Scour worms (black scour worm [Trichostrongylus species]; brown stomach worm [Teladorsagia circumcincta]; and others [incl. Nematodirus]): dark scours; weight loss; death.
Barber's pole worm: anaemia (pale inside eyelids and gums); 'bottle jaw' (swelling under the jaw); lethargy, lagging or collapse when mustered; death.
NOTE: Other diseases and poor nutrition can cause similar signs. Seek veterinary advice if WormTests do not indicate worms.
Region: South Australia
Date: %14 %Dec %2024
If these are kids, seek veterinary advice immediately, otherwise WormTest now. Treat with an effective short-acting drench[1] if egg count exceeds 250 epg. WormTest again in 6 weeks[2]. If results show scour worms are not the likely cause of the scouring/weight loss seek veterinary advice.
Treat now with a drench[1] effective against barber's pole worm, and at the same time collect samples and submit for a WormTest with a larval culture. If signs do not improve in 4 days seek veterinary advice.
No treatment is required now.
Region zones are provided in the map below.
Region zones are provided in the map below.
Region zones are provided in the map below.
Treat bucks with an effective short-acting drench[1].
WormTest. Treat with an effective short-acting drench[1] if the egg count exceeds:
Region zones are provided in the map below.
WormTest just prior to marking. Treat with an effective short-acting drench[1] if the egg count exceeds:
In the Lower Rainfall Mediterranean[1] goats do not require testing or drenching at this time if there are no signs of worms.
Region zones are provided in the map below.
Region zones are provided in the map below.
Treat with a summer drench 2—3 weeks after the feed has dried off, but before Christmas. This should be a highly effective short-acting drench[1].
WormTest 6—8 weeks after the summer drench was given. Treat with an effective short-acting drench[1] if egg count exceeds 80—100 epg. Continue to WormTest at 8 weekly[2] intervals and treat with an effective short-acting drench[1] if egg count exceeds 100 epg.
WormTest each 8 weeks from when the feed is drying off until pre-kidding. Treat with an effective short-acting drench[1] if egg count exceeds 100 epg (or up to 200 epg only during late summer and providing does are in good condition).
WormTest prior to harvesting. Treat goats staying on pasture with an effective short-acting drench[1] if egg count exceeds 250 epg. For goats that will later go on stubble, drench if egg count exceeds 400 epg.
WormTest again 10 weeks after the pre-harvest test or when they are coming off stubble (after at least 6 weeks). Treat with an effective short-acting drench[1] if egg count exceeds 250 epg.
This recommendation should be read with the information provided below.
Review available drenches with the WormBoss drench search
Victoria: over the counter sheep drenches can be used if residues are kept below the Maximum Residue Limits (MRL).
South Australia: cattle drenches can be used in goats, but pour-on formulations should be avoided.
Follow the product labels. Dose to the heaviest goat in the mob. Calibrate equipment to ensure the right dose is delivered with the right procedures. Do not mix drenches unless the label states they are compatible. Check and comply with withholding periods and export slaughter intervals.
Use these principles together, where possible:
For more details read the drench resistance section in the WormBoss Worm Control Program.
Long-acting treatments
These are rarely required in South Australia. Also, resistance to long-acting treatments has been reported on properties in South Australia. To be safe, you should seek expert advice before incorporating them into your worm control program.
Scour worms (black scour worm [Trichostrongylus species]; brown stomach worm [Teladorsagia circumcincta]; and others [incl. Nematodirus]): dark scours; weight loss; death.
Barber's pole worm: anaemia (pale inside eyelids and gums); 'bottle jaw' (swelling under the jaw); lethargy, lagging or collapse when mustered; death.
NOTE: Other diseases and poor nutrition can cause similar signs. Seek veterinary advice if WormTests do not indicate worms.