vaccine

Most horse people are familiar with the dreaded “s- word”: strangles. But if there is a strangles vaccine available, why isn’t vaccination essential for all horses, like the rabies vaccine? What [...]

The arrival of spring means long-awaited opportunities for trail riding, clinics, and horse shows. However, travel, new stabling, and the mixing of horse populations can also provide the perfect [...]

Rabies is caused by a virus that infects mammals and is spread through the saliva/bites by infected animals. The virus exists in several wild animal reservoirs, most commonly bats, skunks, [...]

Why isn't strangles one of the essential vaccinations for horses? When should you consider having your horse vaccinated for strangles? Find out more in this month's MVS blog post.

***This blog was originally written in January of 2020, and as of today, March 24th, 2020, times have changed significantly.  With Covid-19 causing the issues that it is, we feel it necessary to [...]

The mention of strangles among horseman is enough to elicit a cringeworthy response comparable to colic.  We all know it’s wildly contagious and we should avoid it like the plague, but what else [...]

Rabies can affect any mammal, including horses. Read this month's blog posting for more information on symptoms and prevention of this 100% fatal disease.

Why do we give the vaccines that we give in the spring? Why are they necessary in Colorado? Does my horse really need them? Read on to find out...

QUESTION: Is it time for spring shots? ANSWER: Warm days, green grass, tulips beginning to show, and the familiar buzz in the background are all signs that Spring is here.The first thought is, [...]

QUESTION: I have heard on the news over the last week or so about a couple of cases of Rabies in horses here in Colorado. Should we be vaccinating the horses for Rabies? ANSWER: The short answer [...]