Commentary
This recent poll about factors preventing owners from vaccinating their horses in The Horse caught our attention. The results, albeit from a small sample, may reinforce the need for veterinary-client education and more comprehensive questioning since potential side effects and lack of effectiveness topped the list. Digging deeper, we found Haylie Kerstetter’s article on vaccinating according to a horse’s individual risk.
Source: Risk-based vaccination protocols for horses, The Horse, May 28, 2024. Link.