Vaccine Recommendation Changes

This schedule (along with the changes described below) are for previously vaccinated adult horses and is based upon the American Association of Equine Practitioner’s (AAEP) “Core Vaccine Recommendations.” 

Rabies
Rabies vaccination will be performed once a year in the Fall. Rabies is listed as a core vaccine by the AAEP. The disease is rapidly progressive, always fatal, and is a public health risk as it can be transmitted from your horse to you. Below is an article describing a recent study presented at the 2009 Annual AAEP Convention, describing the effectiveness of EquiRab (the vaccine Bayhill veterinarians will administer):

“EquiRab Rabies Vaccine Effective in Study”
http://www.thehorse.com/ViewArticle.aspx?ID=15754

West Nile Virus
With the exception of horses less than five or greater than fifteen years old, vaccination against West Nile Virus will be reduced to once a year. 

Summary of Current Vaccination Recommendation
Spring
Influenza
Rhinopneumonitis
West Nile Virus
Eastern/Western Encephalomyelitis (Sleeping Sickness)
Tetanus

Fall
Influenza
Rhinopneumonitis
West Nile Virus: if horse is less than 5 or greater than 15 years old
Strangles
Rabies

The previous information is generalized and can not replace specific recommendations made by your veterinarian. Please call the office at 650-851-2300 or email Dr. Zdimal at nzdimal@bayhillequine.com with questions.