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Coggins is not actually a disease. Coggins is the name of a blood test that detects whether a horse (or other equine such as donkeys and mules) has a virus called Equine Infectious Anemia, (EIA). So, no, a Coggins test cannot kill a horse. However, EIA can be fatal and it is contagious. There is no treatment for this disease. Symptoms of EIA include:

  • High fever (105 - 108 degrees)
  • Weakness and lethargy
  • Refuses food
  • Weight loss
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Swelling in the chest, stomach or legs.
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How do you know if your horse has coggins?

go to your vet and have them preform a coggins test. Your vet will draw blood from your horse and send it off. The results will come back in a week or so and you will have your official coggins papers telling you weather your horse is positive or negative for coggins


Is a coggins test mandatory for selling a horse in Massachusetts?

Yes, Massachusetts state law requires the seller to provide evidence of a recent, negative coggins test before the horse can be sold or moved off the property for any other reason.


What is the web address of the Coggins And Coggins in Cherokee North Carolina?

The web address of the Coggins And Coggins is: http://www.cherokeezoo.com


What is the phone number of the Coggins And Coggins in Cherokee North Carolina?

The phone number of the Coggins And Coggins is: 828-497-4525.


What is the birth name of Christine Coggins?

Christine Coggins's birth name is Christine Coggins.


Where is the Coggins And Coggins in Cherokee North Carolina located?

The address of the Coggins And Coggins is: Po Box 1914, Cherokee, NC 28719-1914


What is coggins?

The better question is, who is Coggins? Dr. Coggins was a veterinarian who developed a test (now called the Coggins test) to detect a disease in horses called EIA. EIA stands for Equine Infectious Anemia and is a blood-based parasite that is transmitted through mosquito bites between horses. Because EIA is incurable and fatal in 30-50% of the cases, a negative Coggins test (often referred to as a "Coggins paper") is generally required before a horse can be transported across state lines, shown, bred or moved into a new barn or stable.


Does horse need coggins in Ontario?

Horses should have a Coggins test pulled at least once per year no matter where they live. This help keep down the spread of illnesses and allows for inter state or territory travel.


How much do coggins test for horses cost?

The cost of a Coggins test for a horse varies from one veterinarian to the next. The average price range is between $60 and $150. Some vets in smaller areas may charge less.


What vaccinations do you need to enter your horse in a contest?

you will need a coggins any time you show or cross some state lines


What is the Louisiana law for Coggins papers?

The coggings blood test is required in all states. It will detect Equine Anemia which is contagious. Your horse must have a negative coggins before they can be taken across state lines. Some states require a negative coggins once a year, while others require one every six months.


What is the equine coggens test for?

The coggins test is a blood test done by vets to see if a horse has Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA).