African horse sickness (AHS Vaccination is mandatory for horses, mules and donkeys in South Africa!
Client Question of the day:
When do I vaccinate my Horse for AHS?
It’s recommended to administer the vaccine between June 1st and October 31st annually.
Here’s a more detailed look:
The OBP vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine. It contains two bottles, each with multiple virus strains, and requires two doses given at least 21 days apart.
AHS is a serious disease that can cause high, morbidity and mortality in equids. Vaccination helps protect horses from AHS, which is transmitted by biting insects (Midge/Muggies) , as explained in the brochure.
Dosage:
2ml subcutaneously (Under the skin)
The 4 core vaccines for horses:
✅Tetanus
✅Eastern & Western Equine Encephalomyelitis (“Sleeping sickness”)
✅West Nile Virus
✅Rabies.
Pregnant mares should be vaccinated with the above mentioned. ⬆️
Contact the team at Die Handelstak for your vaccines and horse feed.
📠053 004 0057
💻 www.diehandelstak.co.za
📩 sales@diehandelstak.co.za
No 6📌 Landbou road, South Ridge, Kimberley
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