[MHFoundation Quarters]

Does he need de-wormed or need his sheath cleaned? Either could cause tail rubbing.
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[JuniorHunterChamp]

I don't believe he does, but I can ask my vet. Thanks!

 

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MHFQ, gotta love those typos :wink:.

OP, just in case you misunderstood, she meant de-wormed LOL.

And I completely agree with her post, those are often the main culprits and both are relatively easy fixes.

 

[kevinshorses]

You don't need a vet for either one of those problems. You need a tube of dewormer or a rubber glove and bucket of warm water.

 

[MHFoundation Quarters]

Thanks Jen. I just noticed that. Stupid Droid.

 

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Though I'm sure the horse would enjoy being de-worked :rofl:. I know mine would.

 

[MHFoundation Quarters]

Mine too! LOL!

 

[JuniorHunterChamp]

my horse is de-wormed regularly

 

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That doesn't necessarily guarantee that he is worm-free though. There are lots of worms out there that are resistant or immune to certain types of wormers. It couldn't possibly hurt to have a fecal run on him...especially if you already have the vet checking his sheath.

 

[JuniorHunterChamp]

i will .thank you!

 

[Rachel1786]

My mare was rubbing her tail and it turned out to be pin-worms, I actually saw one come out to deposit it's eggs. When they deposit their eggs they leave a sticky glue like substance that apparently is itchy and annoying. If you are ever out to the barn later in the evening lift your guys tail and see if there is any sign of white residue. Pin worms can be hard to get rid of as the horse will reinfect itself by grazing(unless your pastures are cleaned very often). If not worms, needing a sheath cleaning is another good guess.

 

[COWCHICK77]

I could be wrong, but from what I understand Pinworms is what causes tail rubbing. If worms are an issue. Most likely tail rubbing is caused from an allergic reaction.