Equine Parasites and Insects

Welcome to your comprehensive resource on parasites and insects in horses!

Whether you’re a seasoned equestrian or new to horse care, understanding the symptoms, treatments, and prevention strategies for parasitic and insect-related issues is crucial for your horse’s health and comfort.

Parasites and insects can cause a range of problems for horses, including skin irritations, internal infections, and systemic diseases. Recognizing these issues early can significantly impact your horse’s well-being. Our articles cover a wide array of parasites and insects, from common pests like Ectoparasites (Flies, Ticks, Lice, Fleas) to internal parasites such as Tapeworms, Strongyloides and African Trypanosomiasis.

Each article delves into evidence-based treatments, and practical tips for prevention. Whether you’re looking for advice on pasture management, deworming schedules, or seeking guidance on when to consult a veterinarian, we’ve got you covered.

Stay informed and empowered to give your horse the best possible care. Explore our collection of articles below and equip yourself with the knowledge needed to protect your horse from parasites and insects.

Think your horse has parasites?  –  Check out the Happie Horse Symptom Checker.


Whether you’re a seasoned equestrian or new to horse care, understanding the symptoms, treatments, and prevention strategies for parasitic and insect-related issues is crucial for your horse’s health and comfort.

Parasites and insects can cause a range of problems for horses, including skin irritations, internal infections, and systemic diseases. Recognizing these issues early can significantly impact your horse’s well-being. Our articles cover a wide array of parasites and insects, from common pests like Ectoparasites (Flies, Ticks, Lice, Fleas) to internal parasites such as Tapeworms, Strongyloides and African Trypanosomiasis.

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Ectoparasites in horses are external parasites, such as mites and ticks, causing skin irritation, itching, and potential infections.
Parasites & Insects

Ectoparasites

Ectoparasites Seek veterinary advice if you suspect this disease. An ectoparasite is a parasite that lives on the skin surface of an animal. The primary ectoparasites of horses are houseflies, stable flies, mosquitoes, and, to a lesser extent, horse and

Strongyloides in horses is a parasitic infection causing diarrhea, weight loss, and weakness, particularly in foals.
Parasites & Insects

Strongyloides

Strongyloides Seek veterinary advice if you suspect this disease. Equine strongylosis, a common disease among grazing horses, is caused by infection with a group of nematode parasites known as strongyles. Strongylosis occurs when horses graze on pastures contaminated with strongyle

Tapeworms in horses are parasitic infections causing digestive issues, weight loss, and potentially colic.
Intestinal

Tapeworms

Tapeworms Seek veterinary advice if you suspect this disease. The tapeworm can cause severe damage to the horse’s intestinal tract. Its presence can lead to decreased intestinal motility and colic. Anoplocephala perfoliata tapeworms live at the junction between the ilieum

Pinworms in horses are intestinal parasites that cause itching and irritation around the anus, often leading to tail rubbing and hair loss.
Parasites & Insects

Pinworms in Horses

Pinworms in Horses Seek veterinary advice if you suspect this disease. Equine pinworms, also known as Oxyuris equi, are a type of parasite that commonly infect the large intestine of horses. Symptoms Worms Diarrhea No Passing Brittle and Dry Matt

West Nile Virus in horses is a mosquito-borne disease causing neurological symptoms such as fever, ataxia, and muscle weakness.
Parasites & Insects

West Nile Virus

West Nile Virus This disease is life-threatening and should be treated by a veterinarian swiftly. West Nile Virus is a serious threat to horses with an estimated average case fatality rate of 30–40%. West Nile Virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne

Each article delves into evidence-based treatments, and practical tips for prevention. Whether you’re looking for advice on pasture management, deworming schedules, or seeking guidance on when to consult a veterinarian, we’ve got you covered.

Stay informed and empowered to give your horse the best possible care. Explore our collection of articles below and equip yourself with the knowledge needed to protect your horse from parasites and insects.

Think your horse has parasites? Check out the Happie Horse Symptom Checker.