We lay out a practical, year-round plan to manage internal parasites in sheep and goats using selective treatment, better pasture use, and simple records that prevent resistance. Barber pole worm takes center stage as we share tools that cut losses and keep flocks productive.

• why barber pole worm is the primary threat
• signs like anemia and bottle jaw to watch
• selective treatment using the FAMACHA scoring system
• how the five-point check guides quick triage
• using fecal egg counts and reduction tests
• rotating by drug classes and safe combinations
• withdrawal times for meat and milk compliance
• record keeping that protects fertility and growth
• rotational and multi-species grazing to lower exposure
• supportive options like copper oxide and tannin-rich forages
• building a farm-fit program with targeted deworming

Check out past episodes about sheep & goat managment: 

• S3 Ep. 6: Small Ruminant Herd Health w/ Randy Saner
• S2 Ep 05 Small Ruminant Parasite Management w/Susan Schoenian

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