Equine Vaccination Recommendations
Below are resources explaining the core vaccinations and risk-based vaccinations for horses and other equine.
https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/2021-05/Adult_Vaccinaton_Chart.pdf
https://aaep.org/sites/default/files/Documents/Foal_Vaccination_Chart_FINAL_0520.pdf
These links provide timelines for each vaccination for adults and foals.
https://aaep.org/guidelines/vaccination-guidelines/core-vaccination-guidelines
Core Vaccinations:
Eastern & Western Equine Encephalomyelitis
Dr. Stenger’s recommended Product: Vetera Gold or Vetera EWT+ West Nile by Boehringer Ingelheim
Tetanus
Dr. Stenger’s recommended Product: Vetera Gold or Vetera EWT+ West Nile by Boehringer Ingelheim
West Nile Virus
Dr. Stenger’s recommended Product: Vetera Gold or Vetera EWT+ West Nile by Boehringer Ingelheim
Rabies
Dr. Stenger’s recommended Product: IMRAB Large Animal by by Merial
https://aaep.org/guidelines/vaccination-guidelines/risk-based-vaccination-guidelines
Risk-Based Vaccinations:
Have a discussion with Dr. Stenger if you believe your horse is considered high risk.
Botulism
Risk is based on location/travel (High risk is Kentucky and Mid-Atlantic states) and risk of forage. It is also more important in broodmares as foals are more susceptible.
Dr. Stenger’s recommended Product: Botvax B by Neogen Vet
Equine Herpesvirus (Rhinopneumonitis)
Many horses have natural immunity against the strain that causes respiratory symptoms from repeated exposure, but they may become carriers without showing symptoms. A majority of the risk assessment comes from interaction with broodmares, as one strain of EHV causes abortions and birth of unviable fetuses.
Dr. Stenger’s recommended Product: Vetera Gold or Vetera 2X by Boehringer Ingelheim
Equine Influenza
Equine Influenza is endemic in the equine population of most of the world. It causes respiratory symptoms and is highly contagious. Risk is based on possibility of exposure, and vaccination is required at some facilities and competitions.
Dr. Stenger’s recommended Product: Vetera Gold by Boehringer Ingelheim
Equine Viral Arteritis
While this is typically not life-threatening in healthy horses, it can cause abortions in broodmares. Because of this, it is recommended that broodmares and stallions be vaccinated.
Available Product*: ARVAC by Zoetis
Leptospirosis
Can cause abortion, acute renal failure, and more. Its prevalence varies by region but is found worldwide. It is shed through bodily fluids of infected organisms (including wildlife) and can contaminate water and soil.
Available Product*: Lepto EQ Innovator by Zoetis
Potomac Horse Fever
Originally thought to be only found around the Potomac River, it is now found in other geographic locations. Vaccinations may not be fully protective, so frequent revaccination is recommended in endemic areas.
Available Product*: Potomovac by Merial
Rotaviral Diarrhea
Risk is mainly tied to exposure to breeding centers, as it mainly affects foals.
Available Product*: EQUINE ROTAVIRUS Vaccine by Zoetis
Strangles
This vaccination is recommended in horses going into high-risk areas or premises where it is endemic.
Available Product*: StrepVax II by Boehringer Ingleheim
Borrelia Burgdorferi (Lyme Disease)
While there is no vaccine against Lyme Disease labelled for horses, a canine vaccine can be used for extra-label use.
Dr. Stenger’s recommended Product: VANGUARD crLyme by Zoetis, labelled for canine use