I have finally done enough research to be comfortable with the following Fenbenzadole (Safeguard) dosing recommendations, & have updated them on my Medicine Chart.
I pulled info from sources that included various BYC posts and also
http://www.ahc.umn.edu/rar/umnuser/formulary.html#Fenbendazole
http://xa.yimg.com/kq/groups/23134371/1810375204/name/BSAVA+Small+Animal+Formulary.pdf
Fenbendazole
*Dose amount has wide margin of safety for most poultry. May be risky for pigeons & doves, especially in repeated or strong doses.
*Do NOT dose the same as non-bird species!
For best effect, give at same time as feeding.
May cause stunted feathers if used during molt.
Dose of Safeguard 10% liquid:
I pulled info from sources that included various BYC posts and also
http://www.ahc.umn.edu/rar/umnuser/formulary.html#Fenbendazole
http://xa.yimg.com/kq/groups/23134371/1810375204/name/BSAVA+Small+Animal+Formulary.pdf
Fenbendazole
*Dose amount has wide margin of safety for most poultry. May be risky for pigeons & doves, especially in repeated or strong doses.
*Do NOT dose the same as non-bird species!
For best effect, give at same time as feeding.
May cause stunted feathers if used during molt.
Dose of Safeguard 10% liquid:
- Nematodes--0.7 cc (mL) orally, or 1 1/2 TB per gal. drinking water. Repeat once after 10 days.
- Giardiasis--1.2 cc (mL) orally, or 2 1/3 TB per gal. drinking water. Repeat 3 days.
