{"id":1664,"date":"2021-02-18T17:14:20","date_gmt":"2021-02-18T17:14:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pentagonpets.com\/?p=1664"},"modified":"2023-10-12T16:18:24","modified_gmt":"2023-10-13T00:18:24","slug":"using-flubenvet-wormer-for-chickens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pentagonpets.com\/using-flubenvet-wormer-for-chickens\/","title":{"rendered":"Using Flubenvet Wormer for Chickens"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When you think about worming animals it conjures up images of taking them to the vets or battles to get them to swallow a tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But when it comes to worming chickens there’s a much easier way to do it, which just involves changing their normal feed for a medicated feed for one week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Worms and other parasites are a potential problem for all chicken keepers, so it’s important to make sure they’re fully protected against them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best type of wormer to make sure your chickens are protected from the majority of internal parasites is one called Flubenvet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I use this wormer on my own flock and it’s effective against the main parasites which chickens can pick up from grazing for live foods and scratching in soil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read on to find out more about Flubenvet, how you can easily give your chickens the correct dose along with more answers to faqs on this topic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is Flubenvet and Which Parasites Does it Prevent?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Flubenvet contains the ingredient Flubendazole which is effective in killing and preventing internal parasites for a period of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flubenvet is safe for chickens and other poultry and it protects them against worms which affect the digestive system such as roundworm and tapeworm. It also protects against the potentially lethal gapeworm which is known to attach itself to chicken’s throats.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of the wormers which are readily available for chickens, Flubenvet is the best when it comes to complete coverage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How Do You Give Flubenvet to Chickens?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Flubenvet is available to buy in powder form or as an additive to layers pellets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using Flubenvet layer pellets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although slightly more expensive than the powder, the pellets are much easier to use along with making sure chickens get their full dose for optimum protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The pellets are given to chickens instead of their normal feed for a period of 7 days at a time and once the course is complete, they return back to their normal feed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using Flubenvet powder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If possible I would recommend using the pellets, but if you do want to use the powder I recommend coating the pellets with a teaspoon of vegetable-based oil to make the powder stick to the pellets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without any coating, the powder tends to go to the bottom of the feeder and is left uneaten, meaning the chickens don’t get their full dose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How Often Should You Worm Chickens With Flubenvet?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chickens should typically be wormed with Flubenvet every 3-6 months as a general preventative measure against internal parasites. However, if a worm problem is identified, more frequent dosing may be required. Always adhere to veterinary advice and guidelines on the packaging to ensure accurate and safe dosing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re using a different product such as powder, check the instructions on the individual packet to make sure you’re giving your chickens the right dose based on flock size. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Where to Buy Chicken Dewormer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Flubenvet Pellets are not available in the US Amazon Store. If you were in the UK you can buy online from Amazon (click on the image to go directly to the relevant page). For US customers, checkout the DeWormer by the Poultry<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might also find stock locally in larger pet or farm supply stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure the package confirms the product has an additive of Flubenvet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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