Safeguard

[Qwertyuiopgsggs]

I have a russian tortoise that is 600 Grams 3 1/2” and Ive noticed worms during our daily soak which it defecates in.
Is this product safe for tortoises?
Merck Animal Health Safe Guard Beef Dairy Cattle Dewormer Paste 290gm https://a.co/d/49GTwvx
If so what is the dosage I should give?

 

[Beasty_Artemis]

It probably came from the wild...

 

[ZEROPILOT]

I'd only use a dosage and a type of medication prescribed by a vet and determined by the type of parasite and the weight of the tortoise

 

[Qwertyuiopgsggs]

It probably came from the wild...

Yes, thats why I made this thread

 

[zolasmum]

Yes, thats why I made this thread

I don't think any wild tortoises are allowed to be imported into the UK, so this must have come from somewhere in this country where it wasn't cared for properly. It would be best to go to a vet, taking a poo sample with you, and get the most appropriate treatment.
Angie (from Devon)

 

[Yvonne G]

Safeguard (fenbendazole) is one that is used to de-worm tortoises, however, it comes in different strengths. And because a tortoise is de-wormed using a 'recipe' tuned to his weight, it's best (as has been said above) to get the dosage from your vet, per the weight of your tortoise. De-wormer is poison. You don't want to overdose and poison your tortoise.