FAMACHA Checking & Smart Deworming

What is FAMACHA?

At Double CF Farm, we prioritize responsible parasite management to ensure the health of our goats. The FAMACHA system is a targeted method for monitoring parasite loads and deworming only when necessary, helping to prevent parasite resistance and keep our herd thriving.

Why We Don't Deworm Every Goat

Overusing dewormers leads to drug-resistant parasites, making it harder to manage worms in the long run. Instead of routinely deworming every goat, we:

✔ Check eyelid color using the FAMACHA system.
✔ Only treat goats showing signs of anemia.
✔ Use pasture rotation, proper nutrition, and natural prevention methods.

How FAMACHA Scoring Works

The FAMACHA system is based on a simple eyelid color scale:
🟥 Dark Red: No signs of anemia, no deworming needed.
🟧 Pink: Mild anemia, monitor closely.
🟨 Light Pink: Moderate anemia, possible deworming required.
⬜ Pale/White: Severe anemia, deworm immediately and seek vet guidance.

Our Parasite Management Plan

We take a holistic approach to keeping our goats healthy and parasite-free:
🐐 Regular FAMACHA checks to catch problems early.
🌱 Rotational grazing to reduce reinfection from pastures.
🥩 Proper nutrition & minerals to boost immunity.
🌿 Herbal and natural parasite prevention to reduce chemical use.

Why This Matters to You

If you're buying a goat from Double CF Farm, you can trust that:
✅ Your goat has been responsibly managed for parasites.
✅ It has NOT been unnecessarily dewormed, preventing resistance.
✅ We will teach you how to check and manage FAMACHA yourself!

Want to Learn More?

We’re happy to educate fellow goat owners on proper deworming and FAMACHA use! Contact us today to learn how to keep your goats healthy the smart way.