CANTER continues to build momentum in the fight against equine anthelmintic resistance
The CANTER Core Steering Group met in June to review progress across a wide range of projects suppor…
A coordinated approach for the equestrian community to combat wormer resistance
CANTER Guidelines for sustainable equine parasite control. Revision published February 2026. Youngstock and quarantine guidance added May 2026.
CANTER News
CANTER expands Guidelines with new chapters on youngstock and quarantine
CANTER has announced the addition of two important new chapters to its Guidelines for Sustainab…
CANTER Steering Group Reports Strong Progress Across Key Projects
Over the past three months, the CANTER Core Steering Group has continued to build momentum across a …
Industry News
Equine parasite control news and updates from across the sector. The information featured here is sourced from third parties and is provided for general interest and awareness. While the content may be broadly consistent with CANTER’s aims and objectives, inclusion does not constitute endorsement or approval by CANTER or any of its members
National SQP Week toolkit launches to support inaugural industry campaign
The National SQP Week toolkit is now live, giving Suitably Qualified Persons (SQPs) a…
Yard owners urged to help fight anthelmintic resistance
THE veterinary profession is calling on yard owners and managers to share information about their ap…
Animal Medicines Amnesty Returns – Supporting Responsible Medicine Use and Disposal
Veterinary practices across the UK are being encouraged to take part in the 2025 Animal Medicines Am…
CANTER Case Studies & Focus Articles
Case studies and focus articles prepared by CANTER to highlight good practice or give additional information on emerging discussion points in equine parasite control.
Considerations associated with piperazine use in equine parasite control
Following anecdotal reports of increasing interest in the use of piperazine in cases of multi-class …
Myths and Realities about the bloodworm, Strongylus vulgaris
The equine bloodworm, Strongylus vulgaris, was historically considered the most pathogenic equine in…
Winning against worms: how one yard hits the targeting bullseye
Home to over 80 equines at any one time, the Redwings Ada Cole Centre in Essex has used targeted wor…
THE BURNING QUESTION
What is wormer resistance?
Just like antibiotics our worming chemicals are becoming less effective every time we use them. Most equestrian centres in the UK will have some level of wormer resistance. This means we can no longer give a treatment and just expect it to work.
Wormer resistance will lead to disease and death in our horses caused by untreatable parasite burdens. It could impact our ability to keep horses in these locations and all this will happen sooner than we think unless we can take action now.
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Parasite resistance is a problem that affects all of us who own and care for horses. Find out what you can do to support the CANTER mission and raise awareness.
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About CANTER
CANTER is a new pan-industry group formed in 2023 to provide collaborative expertise to address the problem of anti-parasitic resistance in equines.
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