Every horse needs a worm egg count.
Getting started is easier than you think!
No matter the size, breed, or workload of a horse, all equines are at risk of internal parasites. Miniature ponies, leisure horses, performance athletes, and retired companions alike can all carry worm burdens, and managing these effectively is key to their wellbeing. It isn’t just about keeping your horse healthy; it’s also key to protecting the efficacy of worming medications for the future.
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When should you test?
Every horse needs a worm egg count, every season. Parasite control isn’t a one-and-done process. Regular worm egg counts throughout the grazing season are essential for staying ahead of parasites and targeting chemicals appropriately. Testing in this way can reduce the need to treat by up to 80%. (Lester and Matthews 2014)
Adding in EquiSal tapeworm tests every six months and, for low risk horses, a small redworm blood test to determine whether a treatment for the possibility of encysted redworm is required, will further reduce the need to treat.
WHY ONE IS NOT ENOUGH! A suggested programme
A mature, healthy horse can follow a very simple pattern of testing and dosing, the intervals based on the lifecycle of the parasites and the risk factors of the horse. You may also need to consider bots and incidental tests for pinworm, lungworm and liver fluke if you suspect a problem.
The following programme is a good basis for a healthy adult horse:
Foals, youngsters, neglected or older horses will require more frequent testing to ensure any parasite burden doesn't get out of hand. Determine your horse's risk profile here. This allows us to devise a tailored parasite control plan for the year ahead, ensuring that testing and treatments are aligned with your horse’s specific needs.
Good parasite control is an essential part of your horse care routine; take the first step toward smarter, more sustainable parasite management.
ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT WHERE TO START WITH YOUR OWN HORSE?
Subscription Service Or Season Pack?
At Westgate Labs, we understand that responsible parasite control is essential for the health and wellbeing of your horse. With this in mind, we offer two comprehensive service options designed to make testing easy and effective: the 4Count Plus Season Pack and our All Seasons Subscription Service. Which one suits you best?
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Discounted Season Packs
Save 5% off a 4Count Plus Season Pack – £85.50 (RRP £90.00)
- Includes 4 x worm egg counts and 2 x EquiSal tapeworm tests
- All test kits are provided upfront in a handy wallet for the year ahead
- Single postage fee
- Optional email reminders every 3 months for worm egg counts and every 6 months for tapeworm tests
- Additional tests need to be purchased separately
In addition we also offer a 4Count Season Pack that excludes the 2 x EquiSal tapeworm tests and also offers a refill option. On offer at £37.05 (RRP £39)
To redeem this discount enter the offer code EVERYHORSE at checkout. Offer ends 07.05.2025.
First month FREE on Subscription Plans
All Seasons Subscription – £9.99 per month
- Rolling plan spreads the cost monthly for convenience
- Kits sent to you when needed – no need to track your schedule
- Full advisory support, including guidance on encysted small redworm management
- Free reduction test if your winter worm egg count is positive
- £25 annual test allowance for additional testing (e.g. pinworm or sand tests)
- Includes postage costs for all test deliveries
- Cancel anytime after the first three months
While the subscription service costs slightly more, it offers added convenience, postage coverage, and additional benefits that ensure complete peace of mind.
We also offer Essential Care Subscription plans starting from only £5.75 per month (that exclude EquiSal tapeworm testing).
Take advantage of your first month free when taking out a new sub on the link below: