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An Update on Equine Cushing’s Disease

The prevalence of PPID increases with age. Approximately 20% of equids (horses, donkeys, and mules) over 15 years and 30% of equids over 30 years of age are affected by the disease. Clinical signs can be obvious in advanced disease (long hair coat, poor shedding, laminitis, muscle wasting, immune compromise) but may be more subtle in its earlier stages (mild muscle atrophy, delayed healing, infertility, increased urination/drinking). Treatment of the disease involves life-long management with a medication (pergolide) and management changes but if managed appropriately, horses with PPID can have an excellent quality of life. 

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Vaccination FAQ - I’d like to vaccinate my horse myself. Where do I give it, and how?

With the exception of Strangles, all our commonly used equine vaccines are given intramuscularly.  Rabies must be administered by a veterinarian, so it cannot be dispensed for owners to give, however the others can be dispensed.  A note of caution, however—any vaccine can produce immediate, unpredictable adverse effects such as hives or anaphylaxis, which can be fatal if not treated promptly.  If a veterinarian is administering a vaccination, they are required to have medications on hand that can address these concerns.  If administering a vaccine yourself, monitor very closely for signs of these adverse effects and have a plan in place for prompt treatment.

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