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Survey of anthelmintic use in South American camelids in the UK
Saffron French1, Ami Sawran2, Martha Betson1
1School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey, UK.
Background:
Gastrointestinal helminths are common in South American camelids in the UK. However, there are no anthelmintics currently licenced for camelids, leading to a limited evidence base for treatment. The aim of this study was to assess the usage of anthelmintics among UK camelid farmers.
Methods:
An online questionnaire focusing on the use of anthelmintics in camelids was distributed to UK camelid owners in Spring 2019.
Results:
Forty-nine of the 51 respondents treated their camelids with anthelmintics, while 21 (42.0%) reported a previous gastrointestinal helminth diagnosis on their farms. A wide variety of anthelmintics were employed and there was striking variation in treatment frequency, dosage and source of information used to select anthelmintic dosing regimen.
Conclusion:
This work highlights the need for quality efficacy studies of anthelmintics in camelids to provide an appropriate evidence base for treatment, as well as the need for better education for camelid owners on anthelmintics and anthelmintic resistance.
