Clostridium tetani, which is found in the gastrointestinal tract and feces of horses.
A horse should receive a tetanus vaccine annually. This is a preventative measure, as the causative bacterium (Clostridium tetani) is ubiquitous in the environment and horses are extremely sensitive to the exotoxins that produce clinical signs of tetanus.
No.
Horses should be vaccinated yearly against Tetanus and boosters may be recommended if a horse is injured.
The tetanus bacteria is the same size as a horse
Tetanus CAN be fatal to any animal animal that contracts it.
A horse pasture should have enough space to graze as well as space to run. One horse is 1.5 AUs, so depending on your locality, pasture quality, time of year, etc., you could pasture one horse per 2 acres or more per month.
Yes, you can administer both tetanus toxoid and tetanus antitoxin to a horse with a wire cut on the same day. Tetanus toxoid is used for long-term immunity, while tetanus antitoxin provides immediate passive immunity. It's important to follow proper veterinary guidelines to ensure the horse's safety and effectiveness of the treatment. Always consult with a veterinarian for specific recommendations based on the horse's condition.
In a stable in the countryside?
They may have tetanus. Tetanus is one of the leading causes of death and treatment is difficult. The most common sign of a horse with tetanus is having its head and neck down in an outstretched position and feeling stiff. Tetanus is a bacterial infection most often caused by a deep, dirty wound. If you suspect your horse has tetanus, call your vet right away.
Horses are vaccinated with a tetanus toxoid that is marketed for use in horses.
A horse in a good pasture will do.
This is the way horses are: your horse is the "new kid", the lowest in the pasture's pecking order. The gender make up of the pasture has an effect too, as does the gender of your horse; but they will all eventually work it out, it's a natural part of their world and they know how to handle it.