Natural way of deworming

There is also another path you can follow

Following on from our previous blog post about deworming a Falabella, there's an alternative to natural deworming. This way, you avoid using medication and still care for your Falabella's health.

Intestinal flora

Gut flora includes all the good and bad bacteria that live in the intestines. These bacteria help digest food, maintain health and immunity, and aid in digestion and bowel movements. Not only humans, but Falabellas also have gut flora. Dewormers combat both the bad and good bacteria in the intestines. When you use a deworming treatment, it destroys the entire gut flora, which then needs to be rebuilt. Deworming too often can prevent the gut flora from recovering properly, causing good bacteria to disappear.

Worms in the intestines

Every Falabella carries a number of worms in its intestines. This ensures a natural balance. However, too many worms can be harmful and your Falabella may become ill. Deworming isn't harmful, but excessive use can disrupt the balance. Moreover, worms can eventually become immune to the deworming treatment.

The fight

As described in the previous blog, there's a lot you can do to prevent worms from spreading. Ensure your Falabella's immune system stays strong by feeding well-balanced, moderately high amounts of food, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring well-organized pasture management. If your Falabella does have too many worms and you don't want to use chemical medications, you can deworm your Falabella naturally.

Probiotics

Probiotics are a first-of-its-kind natural remedy that naturally restores intestinal flora. Probiotics contain live bacteria that restore intestinal imbalances, improving your Falabella's immune system and making it harder for worms to nest.

Diatomaceous earth

Diatomaceous earth, also known as celite, is made up of the skeletons of 150-million-year-old single-celled mollusks. These skeletons consist of nearly 100% silicon and other trace elements. This natural remedy combats worms and prevents eggs in your Falabella's feces from turning into larvae. It also strengthens the stomach and protects the intestinal lining.

Spices

Certain plants and herbs can have a positive effect on worm control. Rotating different herbs reduces worm infestations. Examples of worm-fighting herbs include garlic (Allium sativum), bitterwood (Picrasma excelsa), slippery elm (Ulmus fulva), cinnamon (Cinnamomum zelandicum), and thyme (Thymus vulgaris). Herbs that strengthen the immune system include Inula helenium (Inula helenium), fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), cayenne pepper (Capsicum minimum), and cleavers (Gallium aperine). It's risky to make the quantity and composition of herbs yourself unless you're certain they won't harm your Falabella. It's recommended that you consult a qualified herbalist to develop a blend that meets your Falabella's needs.

Verm-X

An example of an herbal supplement is Verm-X, available in pellet form, making it easier for Falabella to consume than a syringe of paste. Verm-X supports intestinal health and combats worms. It consists of eleven herbs and is also available as food or in liquid form. Consult the package insert for the correct dosage.

There are many other natural products you can buy for your Falabella. The advantage of these products is that they strengthen intestinal flora and immunity. For the best product, it's best to consult a qualified professional so you can deworm your Falabella naturally and healthily.