There is no such thing as a "standard" vaccination/de-worming program.
Evaluating each individuals' needs is essential to optimum health.
Vaccinations
Vaccination programs need to be evaluated carefully for each individual to avoid over- or under-vaccinating your horse.
When planning your vaccination program, it is important to consider factors such as:
De-worming
Controlling internal parasites is essential for the health of your horse. We can help assess your horse's or your barn's needs to create an appropriate and effective worming program. Fecal parasite testing is available and is helpful in assessing parasite load in your horse or herd.
Dental Exams
Dentistry is a specialty of Persicus Veterinary! Regular dental exams are as important for your horse as they are for ourselves. Because horses' teeth never stop growing, over time irregular wear patterns can cause malformations such as sharp points, waves, and other issues which can interfere with acceptance of the bit, proper mastication of hay and grain, as well as cause significant pain if left untreated. A dental exam can most often be completed quickly and without sedation and may help detect developing dental abnormalities.
Other services
We are happy to provide nutritional consultations, perform Coggins testing (EIA), insurance examinations and health certificate examinations.
Vaccination programs need to be evaluated carefully for each individual to avoid over- or under-vaccinating your horse.
When planning your vaccination program, it is important to consider factors such as:
- the risk and consequence of the disease
- anticipated exposure to disease
- environmental and geographic factors
- the horse's age and sex
De-worming
Controlling internal parasites is essential for the health of your horse. We can help assess your horse's or your barn's needs to create an appropriate and effective worming program. Fecal parasite testing is available and is helpful in assessing parasite load in your horse or herd.
Dental Exams
Dentistry is a specialty of Persicus Veterinary! Regular dental exams are as important for your horse as they are for ourselves. Because horses' teeth never stop growing, over time irregular wear patterns can cause malformations such as sharp points, waves, and other issues which can interfere with acceptance of the bit, proper mastication of hay and grain, as well as cause significant pain if left untreated. A dental exam can most often be completed quickly and without sedation and may help detect developing dental abnormalities.
Other services
We are happy to provide nutritional consultations, perform Coggins testing (EIA), insurance examinations and health certificate examinations.
