Equine FEC Workshop 2025 Flyer (1)
Parasite Prevention & Fecal Egg Counting Workshop for Horse Owners
(Updated: March 14, 2025, 7:44 a.m.)
Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 9:00 am to 12:30 pm
Location: Gaston Citizens Resource Center, 1303 Dallas- Cherryville Hwy, Dallas, NC Cost: $25 per person (get a complete fecal testing kit minus the microscope)
Attending the Equine Fecal Egg Counting Workshop is a valuable opportunity for horse owners and equine enthusiasts to enhance their knowledge of parasite management. This workshop will provide essential insights into equine parasite life cycles, resistance to deworming drugs, and effective treatment strategies. By learning how to perform fecal egg counts, participants can implement a more targeted and sustainable approach to parasite control, reducing unnecessary deworming and promoting their horses' overall health. With expert guidance from NC State Extension and hands-on training, attendees will leave equipped with the skills to make informed decisions about parasite management, ultimately improving their horse care practices.