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Signs of cat flu are similar to colds and flu in people. FHV-1 tends to cause more severe disease, the major signs are inflammation of the lining around the eye (conjunctivitis) and nose (rhinitis). This causes a clear discharge from the nose and eyes which becomes thickened and purulent as the disease progresses due to secondary bacterial infection. Cats tend to be dull and depressed with a raised temperature, sneezing and are reluctant to eat. Coughing is also a feature in some cases. Rarely the virus will cause skin lesions and invade the lungs causing pneumonia. Without treatment signs usually resolve in 2-3 weeks but some cats are left with a chronic, intermittent nasal discharge or eye disease.
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What vaccinations are required for horses in Texas?
What is absolutely required changes depending on the governmental body running the competition, but there are some basic recommendations for all horses in the US concerning vaccination. Core vaccines recommended for all horses in the US by the American Association of Equine Practitioners are: Eastern and Western Equine Encephalitis, West Nile Virus, Tetanus and Rabies. But even the recommendations for these "core vaccines" vary based upon exact geographic location, health status of the horse, previous adverse reaction to vaccination, etc. Then beyond even those core vaccines are "risk-based vaccines" that are recommended based upon the risk factors that vary from horse to horse: age, living situation, geographic location and use. Risk-based vaccinations include: Influenza, Equine Herpes Virus 1&4, Botulism, Strangles, Equine Viral Arteritis, etc. Competition would definitely be a risk-factor for Influenza and EHV-1 & 4 and possibly even Strangles, but again age, type of vaccine used, etc are all going to play a part in what risk-based vaccinations should be given and how often. Because there there is no one-size-fits-all vaccination schedule for horses, horse owners should always contact their vet to determine what is recommended for their exact situation. And check every year to be sure that there have not been changes to the recommendations because veterinary medicine is a continually changing field...we learn more everyday and thus changes in recommendations occur frequently
Is there a such thing as a diabetic horse?
Yes, horses can get diabetes. It is known as Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) or Insulin Dysregulation and shares some similarities with human diabetes. Proper diet, weight management, and exercise are crucial for managing diabetes in horses.
What are good equine vetrinary schools?
Some good equine veterinary schools include the University of California, Davis, Cornell University, University of Pennsylvania, and Colorado State University. These schools offer specialized programs in equine medicine and surgery, providing students with hands-on experience working with horses and advanced medical knowledge in the field.
What vaccinations do you need to enter your horse in a contest?
Typically, horses entering contests need to be up-to-date on core vaccinations like rabies, tetanus, and possibly equine influenza and rhinopneumonitis. Some competitions may also require additional vaccinations, such as strangles or West Nile virus, so it's important to check the specific requirements of the contest you plan to enter.
What is a horses life span?
Horses living into their 40's is not unusual. Our Arabian mare lived to be 43.
What are equine flu symptoms?
Equine influenza symptoms typically include a high fever, dry cough, nasal discharge, and lethargy. Affected horses may also show signs of loss of appetite and muscle soreness. In some cases, they may experience difficulty breathing and a decrease in performance. It's important to consult a veterinarian for proper diagnosis and treatment if these symptoms are observed.
What is horse flu?
Horse Flu or Equine Influenza is a respiratory disease of horses. It is caused by the equine influenza virus and while it may not cause serious issues in all horses, it does come with the possibility of serious secondary infections and pneumonia because of the way it disables the respiratory system's defenses. Signs include fever, nasal discharge that starts clear but may become colored if a secondary bacterial infection develops, lethargy, poor appetite, coughing, etc. Symptoms can linger for several weeks and even once symptoms disappear a horse is still at higher risk of other respiratory infections for some time. It is recommeded that horses recovering from Influenza be rested 1 week for every day that the horse has a fever. This is a highly contageous respiratory infection.
Where do equine veterinarians work?
Most equine veterinarians work on the farms, stables, tracks and show rings where horses are housed at. Some equine veterinarians work in a clinic where horses can be brought for specialized diagnostics and treatment.
Do vets work with horses?
Some vets will work with horses. Otherwise, there are specialty equine-vets who will work almost only with horses.
What are some symptoms of Influenza A infection?
There are several symptoms of the flu, or Influenza A. These symptoms include, fever, body aches, sore throat, headaches, nonproductive cough, nausea, and vomiting.
What does an equine rehabilitation therapist do?
A Equine Rehabilitation Therapist helps horses/ponys in pain, often due to a tramua of some degree. They use a wide range of techniques such as: Equine hydrotherapy.
How do people know they have influenza?
Fever, sore throat, exhaustion, coughing, sneezing, weakness, overall body pains. These are some of the symptoms of Influenza.
What are a list of career's to do with riding horses?
Some careers: - Mounted Police - Royal Mounted Artillery - Riding Instructor - Jockey - Excercising horses - Owning a livery/riding school - Equine Veterinarian - Trainer - Horse Whisperer - Equine Physio Are the most common, in no particular order.
What is equine therapy how does it scientifically work is it proven?
With autism, the fluid in the brain does not make a complete circle. This causes many of the symptoms of autism. The rhythm of a horse walking completes the circle and they have some momentary relief from the symptoms. I have worked with an autistic girl who rode horses and she was always much much calm on the horse than off.
When do you need to greese a horses hoof?
The amount of oiling or 'greasing' a horses hooves will need will vary according to the conditions it lives in. Some horses may need it weekly, while others only during the wetter or drier seasons, it really just depends and it would be best to consult a equine farrier or equine veterinarian for the best answer. Keep in mind that the color of a horses hooves in no way affect how often they need maintenance.
Horse vaccines that you should be up to date on for a healthy horse?
According to the American Association of Equine Practitioners, the core vaccines that all horses should receive at least once a year are Eastern and Western Equine Encephalytis, Tetanus, West Nile Virus and Rabies vaccines. There are many other types of vaccines that are recommended based upon the risk of contracting certain diseases due to the horse's use, age and environmental conditions. These risk based vaccines are Equine Herpes Virus (Rhino), Influenza, Strangles, Equine Viral Arteritis, Botulism, Potomac Horse Fevere, etc. http://www.aaep.org/images/files/Adultvaccinationtablerevised108.pdf
What are some careers involving horses?
equine vet, horse trainer, horse breeder, riding judge (showing), riding instructer, professional rider :)
