worming chickens

[casportpony]

Here is some info on Fenbendazole.

 

[Due]

Thanks, casportpony! I used Safeguard last fall with no problems. And, I'm really enjoying BYC!

 

[casportpony]

If you ever need info on a drug, just let me know and I'll take some pictures and post them like I did for the Fenbendazole.

 

[Michael Apple]

Fenbendazole is a pretty good wormer as far as roundworms, capillary, and cecal worms. It won't kill tapes though. Albendazole kills all four and no negative effects have been reported in chickens. People need to follow proper dosage instructions though as with any medication. When in doubt, consult with the manufacturer or an avian vet.

Flubenvet (Flubendazole) is a wormer made in the UK I have yet to try. It also kills gapeworms which aren't that common where I am, but its nice to know it does the job:
http://poultrykeeper.com/poultry-medication/flubenvet-used-for-worming

The only annoying part is it must be mixed with feed. Olive oil has to lightly coat the feed before getting the powder to adhere to it for chickens to consume. I like liquids the best. They are easier to administer via syringe. Practicality matters, unless you only have a few hens to dose.