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What
should a fancier know about worm diseases?
The most common worms
found in pigeons today are roundworms, hair worms, stomach wall worms,
gapeworms, stronglylids, and tapeworms.
Symptoms of worm disease vary with the type of infestation. It is conceivable
for pigeons to live with slight infestations with no ill effects. Severe
infestations generally cause droopiness, loss of weight, and some diarrhea.
Gapeworms can cause breathing problems. The best way to determine if a
worm problem exists is to have the droppings checked.
To prevent worm diseases, keep a clean, sanitary loft. A preventative
worming program in which all birds are wormed at least twice a year is
advisable for this reason. Racing pigeons often mingle with many hundreds
of other birds, and a racer can become infested through ingestion of worm
eggs from the basket or through contact with stray pigeons.
See the Worm Diseases section of the Siegel’s
catalog for medications for prevention and cure. |
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