06/10/2025
As autumn sets in, now is a critical time for us to
monitor and manage the risk of liver fluke (Fasciola
hepatica) in sheep. Our weather is becoming
increasingly unpredictable meaning snail habitats,
and therefore liver fluke, could become more
widespread. Take last year for example, many
regions faced a prolonged liver fluke season, even
into late March 2025. We’ve had a notably drier
summer this year, however warmer autumn and
winters may just be prolonging the risk. It’s
important to stay aware and test before you treat –
fluke treatment depends on the stage and with a
moving season it’s becoming harder to know what
stage you’re treating and therefore what treatment
will be effective. Please don’t throw your money
down the drain! Speak to your vet about testing for
Fluke.
