Individual
$120.00
15 samples counted individually. Ideal for mobs that haven't been tested before. Know the average and range of worm egg counts within a mob. Best for breeding animals, general monitoring, and when conducting a Pre-Test prior to starting a Drench Resistance Test.
Individual + Larval
$180.00
15 samples counted individually as mentioned above. Worm eggs are cultured for 7 to 10 days and identified so you know the type of worm present. The larval aspect is critical for drench decisions and checking for resistant worms. (Note: if the average worm egg count is under 100epg, a larval will not be conducted as not enough larvae will be seen to give an accurate species percentage.)
Pooled
$60.00
15 samples, pooled into 3 groups (5 samples per pool). This gives the mob average, as well as an estimate of the range in a mob. This test is good if wish to have just a rough idea of worm burdens in your flock or paddock.
Pooled + Larval
$120.00
15 samples pooled into 3 groups, as mentioned above. Worm eggs are cultured for 7 to 10 days and identified so you know the type of worm present. The larval aspect is critical for drench decisions and checking for resistant worms. (Note: if the average worm egg count is under 100epg, a larval will not be conducted as not enough larvae will be seen to give an accurate species percentage.)
Horse Tests
$40 (1st), and then $15 (thereafter)
We individually test as many horses as you sample. Results are reported @20epg. The first horse tested costs $40, and each horse thereafter costs only $15.
ASBVs
$6 per head
Each animal sampled receives a worm egg count. You will be required to name/identify each animal as it is sampled so we can tag the results to the correct animal. The average egg count required to start an ASBV is 300epg across all the animals participating. (We recommend that you pretest before starting to avoid wasting the effort if your average is too low.)
Individual (MF)
$180.00
15 samples counted individually. Know the average and range of worm egg counts within a mob down to very low levels. This test is best for cattle monitoring and post-drench checks only.
Individual (MF) + Larval
$240.00
15 samples counted individually. Worm eggs are cultured for 7 to 10 days and identified so you know the type of worm present. The Worm ID (larval) is critical for drench decisions and checking for resistant worms. (Note: if the average worm egg count is under 100epg, a larval culture will not be conducted as not enough larvae will be seen to give an accurate species percentage.)
Pooled (MF)
$85.00
15 samples, pooled into 3 groups (5 samples per pool). This gives the mob average, as well as an estimate of the range in a mob with very high accuracy. This test is ideal for monitoring worm burdens in your flock or paddock at low levels.
Pooled (MF) + Larval
$145.00
15 samples, pooled into 3 groups. Worm eggs are cultured for 7 to 10 days and identified so you know the type of worm present. The Worm ID (larval) is critical for drench decisions and checking for resistant worms. (Note: if the average worm egg count is under 100epg, a larval culture will not be conducted as not enough larvae will be seen to give an accurate species percentage.)
Extra Tests
Separate to our normal tests, we conduct a couple of extra tests on your samples to help you with the health of your animals. Included here is our first complete test bundle.
Fluke Sedimentation
$80.00
A sedimentation test to check for the presence of liver fluke and/or stomach fluke. This test only detects the presence of eggs and therefore only indicates if adult fluke are present. Fluke egg excretion from animals is pulsatile, and results are reported as either positive or negative.
Worm ID
$75.00
Worm eggs are cultured for 7 to 10 days and identified so you know the type of worm present. Worm ID is critical for drench decisions and checking for resistant worms. (Note: a larval culture will not be conducted if your previous WEC was under an average of 100epg as not enough larvae will be seen to give an accurate species percentage. The only exception to this is when conducting drench resistance tests and the "Works Burger")
Works Burger
$205.00
Dawbuts is excited to present to you our first test bundle! Using the Mini-FLOTAC method, 15 samples are pooled into 3 groups. You also receive a Worm ID (larval differentiation) and a fluke test. This test is great way to do a conduct a mob check, covering the important bases.
Trader Special Pack
$240.00
Dawbuts is excited to present to you our latest test bundle! Using the McMaster method, 15 samples are counted individually. You also receive a Worm ID (larval differentiation) and a fluke test. This is the perfect test bundle for traders who wish to see the full range of the worm burden in their mob, plus a speciation, and a fluke check. It accurately covers all bases.
WEC Kits & FLOTACS
To conduct testing with Dawbuts, you need to first purchase our collection kits to facilitate accurate, speedy, and hygienic sampling. We also supply the slides and mixing equipment used to conduct Mini-FLOTAC testing.
WEC Kit Boxes
$15 Up-front
The cost of the WEC kits are included in the listed prices. The WEC collection kits themselves cost $15 upfront. When you return the WEC kits for testing, their cost will be subtracted from the list price when invoiced.
Each kit includes:
A collection tray (samples up to 15 animals)
A box to keep the sample safe (Australia Post regulations)
A zip-lock bag to place the collection tray in upon sampling completion. (Keeps the samples air-tight and the box hygienic)
A glove for hygienic sampling
A submission form (please fill out all sections neatly and accurately)
A Reply-Paid Express Post satchel (assists in our receipt of your sample in a timely manner. Please keep the tracking number that is supplied with the satchel.)
Mini-FLOTAC Slides
The slide used to conduct a test using Mini-FLOTAC. The sensitivity can go as low as 5EPG.
$27.50
Fill-FLOTAC Bottles
$18.30
The manufacturer's recommended loading device for the Mini-FLOTAC slides. It is strongly recommended that each Mini-FLOTAC comes pared with one Fill-FLOTAC.
FLOTAC Order Postage & Handling
This is the delivery charge for FLOTAC orders consisting of up to 10 items. Larger orders are subject to a delivery quote.
$50.00
Drench Resistance Tests
We offer a range of Drench Resistance Tests (DRTs) conducted by our Dawbuts Farm Services branch. These cover gastrointestinal nematodes and fluke in both sheep and cattle. The prices listed are all-inclusive. All you need to do is have the sheep or cattle in the yards when we arrive.
SHEEP Gastrointestinal Nematodes - 9 Drenches
$2795
SHEEP Gastrointestinal Nematodes - 8 Drenches
$2610
SHEEP Gastrointestinal Nematodes - 7 Drenches
$2425
SHEEP Gastrointestinal Nematodes - 6 Drenches
$2240
SHEEP Gastrointestinal Nematodes - 5 Drenches
$2055
CATTLE Gastrointestinal Nematodes - 3 Drenches
$2200
Sheep Fluke DRT - 4 Drenches
$1540
Cattle Fluke DRT - 5 Drenches
$1650
Sheep & Cattle Combined Fluke DRT - 6 Drenches
$1860