Worming Turkey Poults

[NCIndiaBlue]

I just moved my 1 month old turkey poults from the brooder to a larger pen. When should I start worming them?

 

[Steve_of_sandspoultry]

Do you have worm problem now?

Steve in NC

 

[NCIndiaBlue]

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Not that I'm aware of. I have seen some earthworms though, after all of the rain we've had up until this week. I worm my Peafowl, Chickens and Emu's monthly though, I don't want to take any chances. I alternate between Wazine one month and Safeguard the next. I will probably incorporate Ivomec at some point as well.

 

[paulinaydern]

I didn't know turkeys needed worming. Is it something to do on a regular basis, or are there signs to watch for, then de-worm them. Is it something that is added to their food?

(I have pictures of struggling to get a tube of worm paste in their mouths like I do with my horse)

 

[chickenannie]

I have never wormed my heritage turkeys and have never had a problem with worms. I would probably advise not doing anything unless you actaully know for sure you have a problem. Worming excessively can also be hard on their systems. Wondering if there are some natural preventatives you could try that would be gentler, like pumpkin seeds (unsalted) or a bit of apple cider in the water.