Vaccinations Archives

Vaccinations

Cropped shot of an unrecognisable veterinarian standing alone and preparing to give a horse an injection on a farm

June 3, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

Senior horses still need vaccinations, even if they are no longer leaving the farm. Learn more from Dr. Kate Christie in this video.

Arbovirus Season Alert from EDCC

September 5, 2025

⎯ Edited Press Release

Unvaccinated horses are particularly susceptible to the effects of arborvirus diseases transmitted by biting flies, mosquitoes, and ticks.

Horse closeup portrait retired aged to paddock pastures

Understanding the Aging Equine Immune System

August 16, 2025

⎯ Alexandra Beckstett

Horses experience less profound immune system changes than humans as they get older. However, researchers still have much to learn about equine aging.

weight loss horse open mouth showing teeth

My Senior Horse Podcast: Weight Loss Part 2

June 14, 2025

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

Learn more about managing senior equids who struggle to maintain weight, whether they are pasture pets or competitors.

Senior Horse Vaccination Protocols

February 7, 2025

⎯ My Senior Horse Editors

Having a tailored vaccination schedule for your senior horse is critical to maintaining that animal’s health and longevity.

Potential Side Effects of Owner Vaccination of Horses

October 4, 2024

⎯ Nancy S. Loving, DVM

The cost savings of giving your horse's vaccines yourself don't balance out against the risk of not vaccinating appropriately or having a horse get sick or die from a vaccination reaction.