So much about horse care can be complicated but vaccines are a notable exception. Immunization is an easy, effective and inexpensive way to protect your horse from a variety of diseases. Still, it can be challenging to remember all relevant vaccination recommendations and information.
Don’t worry, we are here to help. We’ve compiled basic information about vaccination and vaccines that can give you peace of mind about your horse’s vaccination schedule or help you pinpoint questions that you’ll want to address with your veterinarian. In either case, it’s a chance to make sure vaccinations remain a cornerstone of your equine wellness plan.
WHY VACCINATION TIMING MATTERS
There is no “wrong” time to give a horse a vaccine, but the timing of immunizations can have a significant influence on the level of protection they provide. Consider that vaccines work by introducing a weakened or killed version of a pathogen into the body, which primes the immune system to be ready to respond quickly and efficiently should the horse ever encounter the real disease-causing virus or bacteria. That’s why it’s important to consider illnesses and stressful activities when scheduling vaccinations. If the horse’s immune system is already coping
