Deworming Sheep the Natural Way

[@barbarastone8608]

Best to use the drench appliance so the bent direction goes in between gum and cheek. That way swallowing happens naturally and a large squirt doesn't hit the back of the throat. Too much at once in the throat can cause coughing, possibility of inhaling into lungs.

[@Pipalopee]

It is much easier and less stressful if you place the syringe in the side of the mouth in the gap between their front and back teeth. Then slide over the back of the tongue, be very careful of the back of their throat. Also use cider vinegar and water 50:50 solution 20ml for sheep as a natural wormer and bacterial cleanser. You are doing great but search more for techniques on the internet that won't stress the animal

[@honestyfaithful]

Pipalopee Can you use the apple cider vinegar on goats as well?

[@joshallen6775]

50:50? Damn that sounds like a lot how much u think for 20 sheep ?

[@hangtoughhomestead2229]

20 mL total solution for each sheep? How about lambs?

[@cairozulu6700]

How do you mix water and cider vinegar? How much of each?

[@jimsmij]

Have you ever seen a sheep shearer shear sheep? They sit the sheep on its butt so their feet are off the ground. It calms them and makes handling the sheep so much easier.

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

Yes I have but that's not the way experience shepherds I've learned from administer drenches

[@Forester-qs5mf]

How you did it was fine, but easier if the sheep are all together in a race so they cant move.

[@TheKristenGibson]

Jim S I always wondered if flipping them on their backs caused a sort of terror predator/prey reaction in them.

[@joshallen6775]

That's not how u drench sheep tho ... u can actually kill them if it goes down the wrong way and your asking for it to like that

[@amanaranch1186]

I will have to try your natural recipe next time I deworm my sheep. By the way, we find it easier to drench them when they're flipped around on their back (same posture used by shearers when shearing sheep). You might want to try that next time.

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

I've seen that, too. My mentor taught me to do it the way I did it but I learned doing it on experienced ewes that seemed to like the stuff. A different story with my uninitiated ram lambs.

[@Seal6Sniper]

@@TheGrassfedHomestead Rams can be tricky but if you build a good relationship of mutual trust and respect (takes time) with them they'll let you do anything. I have 10 of them at any time and some near 300 pounds. They'll let me drench them and even clip their hooves standing. All bets are off during mating season though. Then it becomes dangerous.

[@Forester-qs5mf]

Be careful as its recommend that their head should be kept horizontal at drenching to avoid them choking to death from it going into their lungs

[@rajgoberdhan4984]

Im using neem leaves in Guyana and it's very effective; doesn't harm pregnant ewes or anything.

[@Seal6Sniper]

Neem trees only grow in USDA zones 9-11 with 9 being hit or miss. They can't handle cold.

[@hangtoughhomestead2229]

How many leaves per ewe or for body weight?

[@kwandindawa]

@@hangtoughhomestead2229 how many leaves. Or how do you administer the leaves

[@TheOnlooker65]

Lucky you've got such tame sheep, most would be giving you a very hard time indeed. I agree with the previous comments, turn them up, as we say in UK, ie sit them on their backsides tilted back withh their heads pushed to one side, that keeps them pretty calm. Also, if you can get hold of metal hurdles to make a pen, that'd be easier to keep them calm. The tighter they're packed the calmer they are.

[@munemrabadi4881]

I handle 200 ewes and 14 rams every 4 to 6 weeks to deworm them. You need to work on how to handle sheep. Any of my rams would have put a hurting on you by handling him the way you handeled those hair sheep. Having only few ewes you need to twist their necks until they ley down on their side than with the serenge from the side of the mouth reaching as far as you can in the back of the throught inject the dewormer quickly. Press the mouth together so it doesn't regurgitate it.

[@flynnwtf]

talk about abuse.

[@chelseac0126]

Munem Rabadi what a dumb comment. And you can’t spell. He wasn’t asking for advice on how to handle his flock

[@souzou1000]

@@chelseac0126 he's right though

[@souzou1000]

@@chelseac0126 called people dumb makes you dumber... the guy said nothing wrong here...

[@thescenarios5934]

@@souzou1000 she didn't call him dumb, and the guy was taught to do it this way. Of course any animals first time of something isn't going to be perfect....

[@CHomesteadBK]

I have tried it on my flock and IT Works

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

Awesome! Sure beats pharmaceuticals

[@sirsirone3197]

The Grass-fed Homestead great video I love the wsy yall live i goot 30 sheep i like to do home stead one day but i goot 4 kids i probably need more

[@redfury7739]

How often?

[@lindasohl6829]

The two of you sure have your work cut out for you. You are going to need a work hand to assist when Ashley is away. What a lot of work! God Bless!

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

Thank you! It sure is a lot of work but things are getting better as we develop systems.

[@martintopp1399]

HI there from NZ. Can you tell me how much water yiu used? I assumed you ket the mixtyre cool down. Where dud yoh geg tge revipe from? FYI...If you put your thumb in the side of the sheep's mouth it will open and you hook the drench gun in the other side of their mouth (not the front) 2-3 inches in and squirter you will be done with a lot less fuss. But, they need to know you are boss.

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

The Complete Herbal Handbook for Farm and Stable

[@opcn18]

You know, avermectins are produced by naturally occurring soil bacteria. They are farmed in tanks just to make the cleaning process easier (versus garlic that's grown in fields) but they are still very much found in nature.

[@soidog4615]

I think people try to avoid ivermectin because of the resistance developed. I think it should be used to treat bad cases or new animals.

[@joshallen6775]

Update hows the mixture working out for yah ?

[@laurabunyard8562]

Both garlic and molasses have a high sulphur content.

[@emmanuelspromisefarm6118]

Thank you for the video do you still hold sheep the same or has your technique changed? New to channel today and just got our 1st lamb Ram on April 1 2020. We have much to learn , well we have EVERYTHING TO LEARN!!!!!!!

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

I've improved a little since then.

[@windandweedshomestead7674]

We have 2 goats and our lamb Bristol, she currently has worms and we are buying sheep food, mixing it with a tablespoon of d.e and because she was so interested in the goats food but not hers because it was crumbling and stuff we realized her food was the only food without molasses, so we mixed molasses with water and add it to her food every time we feed her. She eats it fine now and seems to be doing better until we stopped feeding, I think we stopped to early and they are back again. Whoops! It just takes experience and videos like these really help beginners ( including us! ) Good job! Already subbed ; )

[@jenni9536]

Dumbest video ever...skip the music and watching you unload cattle panels.. Just get to the POINT!!! You defenatly haven't had livestock long and you suck at makeing KZbin videos!

[@sreykmao69]

Aren't you kind enough to entertain everyone with your skill, than put it out there.

[@jswhosoever4533]

DE doesn't do anything internally. It only works when it's dry.

[@ea32da32]

😂. You’ll are having way too much fun.

[@eledhwenmare2403]

It would be interesting to learn how this worked over the years. I’ve had no joy using anything other than commercial dewormers.

[@notabeta3675]

Well. Sheep have existed far longer than commercial products have been available. Hopefully that answers your question.

[@SurfviewTV]

Seems like if you took their favorite grain/pellets and soaked them in the garlic-molasses mix and gave them each their own bowl of the stuff that they would have consumed the same amount of the concoction without any stress. Also,I've seen KZbin videos about Indians (think Bangalore) using an Aloe Vera and Turmeric mix for goat deworming. They too tried to stuff it down their animal's throats when all they would have had to have done is coat/soak the animal's favorite grain/pellets in the mix and feed it to them individually. Being a bit more deceptive could help reduce the stress on all concerned.

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

good theory but it doesn't really work to do it that way

[@SurfviewTV]

Seems like the molasses coating would make anything appealing. Have you ever tried it? It worked well with my cows.

[@spoolsandbobbins]

Our sheep wouldn’t touch the coated grain! I was hoping it would make things easier all around…. Nope.

[@LifeFromNature]

Thanks for this video. How do you give them DT free choice? I didn't know sheep will have DT free choice? You don't mix with their other feed? Thank you

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

mix it with kelp meal

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

@@c.m.1826 It's Thorovin Kelp Meal from Azure Standard

[@HerbalSurvivalist]

How about making it a more on the liquid side and using a turkey baster to deliver the formula. i do this with my dog with her formulas using a food grade vegetable glycerine to sweeten the bitterness of the formulary. also ground raw organic pumkin seeds will push out the parisites also for dogs it will prevent heart worms.

[@WakeyUpPeople]

Im wondering how you could put the mix into a food item. Maybe cook them a treat they get used to then spike a batch. Used to work with dogs and worming tablets hidden in sausages.

[@horaciosalinas8145]

Thats what i need for chickens something I can mixed with water

[@shelleypilcher3812]

Does this work on goats? Thank you😊😊

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

most likely though I can't speak from personal experience

[@paka5180]

Question 🙋‍♂️ any homemade ingredients for Urail sheep ? it is kind of deer 🦌 she get worms 🐛 in her stomach what should i get her ? any suggestions please

[@djadams871]

Did this work? I have the same tape worms in my sheep!!! Please let me know thanks!!

[@homesteadinthewoods4841]

OK, so it's been a while since you did this video. Are you still using this concoction? Did it work? Does it still work for you? Or have you moved on to something else?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

We still use it! Works great! And we got a lot better at administering it

[@OBRfarm]

Thanks!! Revisiting this after some lambs (8weeks) seem to be weak from worms or parasites. How often can I apply this formula. As always keep up the good work.

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

It is completely safe to use whenever needed.

[@Solemn_Kaizoku]

Garlic and molasses? Next time just feed them some baked beans! 😂 Thanks for the vid.

[@DaveandJaneLivingTheDream]

Always willing to learn from them that know...many thanks, great video.

[@mrayan99]

How many days in a row do you give them the 20ml? Just one day or what?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

one day

[@mrayan99]

thank you@@TheGrassfedHomestead

[@Vangeliss]

Wouldn't be easier mixing it with their grains?

[@chrismcphoy6483]

Hi can you give mother if they are pregnant too

[@kwandindawa]

3 table spoon garlic powder

[@van123446]

did you find that it actually works,, as I suspect that garlic alone won't either kill or chase out worms.

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

it seemed to work

[@van123446]

just talked to a sheep farmer with 120 ewes and commented that you look on the underneath side of eye lid,, if it's white, they have parasites, if pink and normal color their load if at all is low. This is just what he said. You can also get stool analysis done where they count the eggs to determine load.

[@lorrainepelser6549]

@@van123446 FAMACHA chart colour in eyes indicates that there is a shortage of blood somewhere and that something is wrong. You can have lice, coccidiosis, worms etc which are all parasites. But likely when the eyes are light it means worms. Assess first before acting hastely

[@fdman6981]

do u do a natural dewormer for tape worms? or the ones in the brain or spine?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

tape worms

[@jackofalltrades8278]

Are you sure it's good for worms . And doesn't need other companies dewormers.?

[@estebangarcia4921]

Question? Would this formula work for pregnant sheep as well? Can you briefly explain how much doses for each sheep or does it depend on how much they weight?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

It is fine for pregnant sheep though I recommend it right before breeding so they don't get additional stress during pregnancy. IIRC, it's 60mL for ram, 40mL for ewe, and 20mL for lamb

[@ivanchitzzza]

Thank you so much for this video!! I have a little lamb, just starting my small flock, and I would love to know if there is something I can replace melissa with? Honey maybe? Since it is not available in my country. Thank you so much and all the best of luck on your journey!!!

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

I'm not sure what a good replacement would be, Honey is much sweeter than molasses but it might work if you dilute it with water before mixing with garlic. I'm not really sure though. In what country do you reside?

[@ivanchitzzza]

Thank you so much for responding. I am in Serbia, Balkan peninsula, southern Europe :) Strange is a homestead life. I was planning on getting heritage chickens, and a milk goat, but my husband bought me a gorgeous little lamb from a trip to wild Serbian mountains where he met a Shepard with a huge flock, and this lamb was following hubby around, just before our Orthodox Easter, so husband decided to buy it and bring it to me. So, here I am, trying to learn about sheep on you tube (please, please do not judge) and I came to your channel. You guys are inspiration.

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

I hope we can be of some help. My concern with what you wrote is that you have only one lamb. Sheep are flock animals and need other sheep for companions. It would be best if you got at least 2 more so there'd be a little flock. A lone sheep is a depressed sheep

[@ivanchitzzza]

yes, since the lamb came to us some week ago I have been trying to buy her a companion or two, but still no luck....I am planning of adding one more female lamb and one female baby goat to have a small flock :)

[@jennihaan9566]

Do you use an alternative for the CD &T?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

I'm not sure what you mean

[@محمدحسين-ن5ل7ع]

Bravo my friend, it is great work, but there is a simple mistake you made with the sheep while giving the dose the medicine is that you have to open the mouth of the sheep very good to give medicine because the medicine does not come out I am your brother Mohamed from the state of Egypt I am a very big animal breeder in Egypt and I give them natural medicines

[@lorrainepelser6549]

Please share some natural medicines you use with us

[@carianderson9780]

Is it possible that maybe the parasite cycle isn't well interrupted because they return to their main paddock all the time? I don't know, just asking.

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

Yes, that is certainly possible (and likely). BUT... I just found out something interesting about the parasites that will be in an upcoming video. Stay tuned...

[@MyVisualRomance]

Howdy! Did you ever do that video on the interesting info on parasites? We raise Katahdin sheep, have about 50 head, and use a two-pronged approach that has worked extremely well for us here down south: #1) I rotate my flock groups into a fenced new plot (about 150' wide x 200' long) every three weeks to stay ahead of the parasite cycle and don't let them graze on that plot again for at least another month or two and #2) I use 1 cup of filtered apple cider vinegar (ACV) per 20 gallons of water in their water buckets. I used to deploy prong #1) only and it worked well but still had to deworm occasionally but when I added prong #2), it all stopped. Haven't had to use any dewormers in over 2 years now. Since they drink the ACV treated water daily, it's a daily applied remedy and they prefer it over pure water too (side by side tested). Apparently parasites can't live in an alkaline environment (stomach) and when ACV (an acid) is consumed, it converts to alkaline in the stomach same as in humans. The other healthy benefits of ACV is well documented as well. It does, however, give the meat an ever so slightly sweeter taste. Learned this little secret from a few old timers.

[@spoolsandbobbins]

@@MyVisualRomance we’ve been doing that for 6 months and only recently they got worms to the point where they were very anemic. Now we’re trying copper sulphate 1% solution…

[@erictenorio]

Thanks for sharing new friend from Philippines.

[@jeannemiller306]

wwhat breed of sheep are the black and white ones

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

dorper

[@sillygoose2476]

What sheep were you using here? They look kinda romanov, but also dorper?

[@sillygoose2476]

Also, can you use the other shots to prevent other sickneses with the dewormer?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

katahdin and katahdin x dorper x friesian

[@strattgatt5303]

How do you know a natural dewormer actually works?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

fecal egg count testing

[@strattgatt5303]

@@TheGrassfedHomestead does it work well? How did sheep live like 50 to 100 years ago without dewormer?

[@1111abhijeet]

What is deWorm shedule? Every month or daily?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

quarterly

[@souzou1000]

Did ur sheep ever have diarrhea ? If so what treatment u used

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

Yes, Kaopectate is the treatment for that for sheep and humans

[@souzou1000]

@@TheGrassfedHomestead I will give it to my ewes for sure, I'll keep u updated with the results thank you

[@lorrainepelser6549]

Have you tried activated charcoal?

[@kwandindawa]

2 table spoon molaces

[@randy1ization]

pooper scoop your field, pile it in the corner of the property best fertilizer on the planet

[@DOWSOE]

speaking of garlic and molasses, what about grounded up eggshells? too much ?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

I'm not sure about that

[@greatdanerescuemom1]

also apple cider vinegar in their water??? I know it is good for chickens, and horses

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

It's funny you mentioned that. My wife asked the same question a few days ago. I've not heard or read about giving ACV to sheep. I'm guessing it's not a good remedy for them because disturbing the acidic balance in the rumen isn't good for them. I'll see if I can research that a little though.

[@greatdanerescuemom1]

no it is good for ALL livestock here is a great link... all my critters even the peacocks are on it. this is a must have to keep them healthy blessings... healingponds.com/apple-cider-vinegar-for-horses-etc/

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

Cool, thanks! I'll check it out.

[@Seal6Sniper]

@@TheGrassfedHomestead I raise 100 head of Katahdins and use 1 cup ACV per 20 gallons in their daily water but I only give it to them in the summer. Your garlic/molasses dewormer is a good one, stick with it if it's working. I also use 100% raw spirits of turpentine mixed with Caro syrup to flush out worst case scenario worm loads. Do NOT use it on baby lambs though. I prefer using crushed oregano leaves with molasses on the baby lambs if they need it first sign of scours.

[@diaji5290]

@@Seal6Sniper I'm curious about your raw spirits turpentine mix. I was actually looking and thinking about something like that a few weeks ago. Turpentine is the old school remedy for worms in humans so why wouldn't it work for animals. If anyone has any input on it I'd like to hear it.

[@kalamazoowatchman]

How often do you administer this treatment if you know they have worms?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

I know this isn't helpful but I recommend consulting a vet. If they have a really high egg count, they might need pharmaceuticals

[@HomsteadingThePioneerWay]

will this work for goats?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

yes

[@paintponylvr]

See that you have some more info coming, but ?. Isn't the DE also a natural de-wormer? Meaning that when you already introduced it to the ram lambs, it started to work as a natural parasite killer. It didn't look like the parasites were alive that you showed (may have been the camera angle). Have some other ?s regarding DE, but will wait until I see some more of your vids(get caught up).

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

Yes, the DE is a natural de-wormer. It's administered free-choice with mineral supplements. The garlic treatment is given in conjunction with the DE. Rotational grazing, DE, and the garlic treatment, when implemented into the management practices, work great together for parasite mitigation. There is reduced efficacy when only using 1 or 2 of the above methods. It's a three-legged stool. And you are correct - the worms all appeared to be dead. I've yet to see a live one. Feel free to ask any other questions. Thanks for watching!

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

NWB KCB Oh, interesting! Did he give you a copy of any of his articles? I'd be interested in reading more about it if you wouldn't mind sharing. I bet we could field test DE on some worms and see what happens. Thanks for watching! I'm glad you are enjoying the channel :)

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

they were identified as tape worms. I did a segment about the results in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6O4m35qfbCajK8

[@harshak.p.r8977]

Hi I am from India and my name Harish I have a interest as well plan to growing up sheep I need help anyone can teach me how to grow sheep and I want to do something in this I wish all are expert than me I want to learn more show how to do how to take care everything I need help up of elders please anyone guide me

[@mimiberghahn5527]

How often do you need to give the natural dewormer to the sheep? I made some up and gave it to mine but not sure how often I should give it to them.

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

You should do the treatment once a quarter (4 time per year). Of course, it's completely harmless to the sheep if you gave it to them more frequently than that if they are having parasite issues. But you definitely want to do it a minimum of 4/year.

[@mimiberghahn5527]

@@juanahernandez1059 I use menced garlic

[@mimiberghahn5527]

Yes it did

[@kurucacikinoko]

you think we can use fresh garlic instead?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

Yes, that works well.

[@ashleystoltzfus8760]

What size/kind syringe is that? How do you like it?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

I don't know what size it is. It was the standard size for drenching sold at the farm store. We like it ok. It does the job

[@JanColdwater]

I just knew that it had to be garlic! I wonder if they would eat garlic? 🤔

[@suchandradasi]

I used to put garlic and onion and other antiparasite herbs mixed in their food...I mean... in my cow's food... made horrible milk taste, but good for cheese :D

[@peaceandlove5214]

Interesting,many thanks to you.

[@cuzzndav]

they have to learn just as you do. hopefully next time it will go easier. was kinda fun to watch. lol

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

You're exactly right. When I learned how to do this is sheep workshops, we go to practice on old ewes who get a "treatment" once a quarter. I wouldn't say they liked it, but they sure took to it much easier than these young rams.

[@gabbyrico4877]

Can this be used on pregnant ewes

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

yes

[@ilinerays3566]

It's a Bowen technique

[@marjim859]

Can i give this to my sheep if they are 4 1/2 months pregnant ?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

Yes, it is completely harmless and the molasses actually has nutritional benefit to the sheep.

[@marjim859]

The Grass-fed Homestead how often should i give this to them ?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

Once every 3 months is the minimum for it to be a really effective practice. It doesn't hurt to do it more than that if needed. If you have a really big flock it might be best to stick to the minimum. My mentor used to run a flock of 100+ and she did it 4-5 times a year with really good results. It was used in conjunction with rotational grazing and DE

[@marjim859]

The Grass-fed Homestead thank you

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

You're welcome. Let me know how it goes for you

[@jessicaybarra8566]

Can you recommend a natural remedy for pink eye in sheep?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

I don't know of any

[@Lisa-ry9oz]

I have used honey warmed and diluted with water in my rabbits. Works wonders

[@KB-qo8kr]

Cod liver oil is perfect for pinkeye both topically and as a drench.

[@judypaszek4799]

Has anybody used this for goats

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

it should work for goats also

[@nunofyourbizness5975]

My sheep will just eat garlic from my hand.

[@chihuahuamommylivesintexas5713]

Goat too ?

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

yes

[@randy1ization]

Straddle the sheep when you work on them

[@randy1ization]

@rugssean yes u can also get them up against a fence or shed and lightly lean on them then trim hooves like a horse, just bend the foot back at the knee joint.,

[@Forester-qs5mf]

You need to specify exactly how much water otherwise the recipe is very vague.

[@sjtxgamefarm6771]

Why not just fence the whole property

[@scottpoet]

haha they don't know how to put the gun in the sheep's mouth :D

[@deinse82]

Have you tried feeding them fresh garlic instead? I imagine that they'd be willing customers.

[@TheGrassfedHomestead]

They still don't like it

[@brewsterly2927]

CUT THE MUSIC AND MY BE ABLE TO WATCH!

[@SLFYSH]

As a former cop, I would think a submission hold would come naturally. lol. It looked like a challenge!

[@Seal6Sniper]

In my 10 years experience with sheep (which includes a lot of big and hot-headed rams), that just builds distrust. Kinda like the public distrusting many cops these days. There's ways to build trust with these animals but it takes time and patience. Not something many folks have much of. Officer Friendly was a excellent program back in it's day. It worked.

[@CoralHullforJesusChrist]

This kind of treatment is very stressful for sheep. Squirting that mix it into their mouths and onto their tongues like that, is not acceptable. As sheep struggles to avoid nasty taste, injury can be caused to throat and by chipping teeth with drenching gun. Get to understand sheep behaviour and take control of the animal. Use a small chute and crush. Keeping them all together is best. :)

[@GypsyPaz]

the sheep are all..."yuck I'd rather have the shot"

[@sarahlouisestafford2448]

I wouldn't want too see him dosing a 100 sheep!

[@tinah8816]

Sorry but you are so slow in everything that I can’t watch lol