Geese and deworming

[Kayler2699]

I have chickens and have never had an issue with worms in those 17 years. I recently got geese and I’m wondering about geese and worms as I have heard it is common but more common in chickens. Because my chickens have never had worm issues do I need to worry about them with my geese?

 

[Berd Man]

I’m not sure if geese are more prone to carrying parasites than chickens. I’d surmise it depends greatly on confinement and environmental conditions. I keep a flock of around 40-50 geese on 5 acres and have never had any problems in the 4 or so seasons I’ve kept them now. In any case, I googled goose worms and found this:

“There are a number of worms that can infest geese, but the two most troublesome are gapeworm and gizzard worm. Gapeworm gets into the throat and causes the bird to breathe harshly, cough and open and shut its beak in distress. Gizzard worm can also be very harmful. It burrows into the gizzard causing weakness, listlessness and loss of weight. (Suspect its presence if a young goose is sitting down a lot). In young birds, death can follow quickly so vigilance is needed.

All worms can be treated with Flubenvet mixed into the feed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This is the only wormer which is licensed for use with all poultry and waterfowl. All incoming geese should be wormed as a matter of course, and then twice a year after that. Prevent worm build up by always providing plenty of fresh water, preferably on a mesh stand to prevent a mucky area building up. Keep the birds on fresh ground as much as possible, and during periods of confined conditions, ensure that they have plenty of clean, deep, dry straw or wood shavings.”
https://www.chickens.allotment-garden.org/keeping-geese/geese-diseases-parasites-worms-lice-mites/

 

[Beaglegal]

I have chickens and have never had an issue with worms in those 17 years. I recently got geese and I’m wondering about geese and worms as I have heard it is common but more common in chickens. Because my chickens have never had worm issues do I need to worry about them with my geese?

Personally I find water fowl to be far sturdier than chickens in all aspects. I have not had a parasite issue in 3 years but I do move mine periodically

 

[Kayler2699]

Personally I find water fowl to be far sturdier than chickens in all aspects. I have not had a parasite issue in 3 years but I do move mine periodically

Mine will be free ranging so they will have lots of space. I have also posted this in a couple goose facebook pages and and Reddit and based off the comments there as well as here I think I’m going to be fairly ok as long as I keep an eye on them and keep ahead of things.

 

[Kiki]

I’m not sure if geese are more prone to carrying parasites than chickens. I’d surmise it depends greatly on confinement and environmental conditions. I keep a flock of around 40-50 geese on 5 acres and have never had any problems in the 4 or so seasons I’ve kept them now. In any case, I googled goose worms and found this:

“There are a number of worms that can infest geese, but the two most troublesome are gapeworm and gizzard worm. Gapeworm gets into the throat and causes the bird to breathe harshly, cough and open and shut its beak in distress. Gizzard worm can also be very harmful. It burrows into the gizzard causing weakness, listlessness and loss of weight. (Suspect its presence if a young goose is sitting down a lot). In young birds, death can follow quickly so vigilance is needed.

All worms can be treated with Flubenvet mixed into the feed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This is the only wormer which is licensed for use with all poultry and waterfowl. All incoming geese should be wormed as a matter of course, and then twice a year after that. Prevent worm build up by always providing plenty of fresh water, preferably on a mesh stand to prevent a mucky area building up. Keep the birds on fresh ground as much as possible, and during periods of confined conditions, ensure that they have plenty of clean, deep, dry straw or wood shavings.”
https://www.chickens.allotment-garden.org/keeping-geese/geese-diseases-parasites-worms-lice-mites/

Have you used Flubenvet in the US?

 

[Kayler2699]

Have you used Flubenvet in the US?

I personally haven’t and not sure if it is available in the US. I have always had a pretty healthy flock and so I’m not as familiar with medications.

 

[Kiki]

I personally haven’t and not sure if it is available in the US. I have always had a pretty healthy flock and so I’m not as familiar with medications.

I was asking the person who recommended it to you.

 

[Berd Man]

Have you used Flubenvet in the US?

I’ve never dewormed any of my birds yet. It may not be available in the states

Was really just trying to post an article for them to read through…I mentioned it was merely a Google search. I’m not a pharmacist for sure! thought I’d include the care of deworming geese and whatnot. I think I’ve heard Panacur or Ivermectin can be used if you’re in US.

 

[Kayler2699]

I’ve never dewormed any of my birds yet. It may not be available in the states

Was really just trying to post an article for them to read through…I mentioned it was merely a Google search. I’m not a pharmacist for sure! thought I’d include the care of deworming geese and whatnot. I think I’ve heard Panacur or Ivermectin can be used if you’re in US.

Panacur is used commonly in the US. Not too familiar with vet stuff but I have heard of it that being common and able to be used for many different animals.