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Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition

Welcome to my forum.

Here you will find more than 6 years of questions and my answers. It is searchable and offers a great deal of information.

Currently, I am discontinuing new questions. This may change in the future, but in the meantime, please know that It has been a true pleasure serving you.

Take a look at my Nutrition Library and Tips of the Month for a variety of answers on selected topics. Be sure to sign up for my monthly e-newsletter, Forage for Thought.

I also have a growing number of recordings on "Teleseminars on Nutrition Topics that Concern You" as well as the new, Spotlight on Equine Nutrition Series -- printed versions of favorite teleseminars.

And finally, look for my articles in a variety of local publications and online newsletters, as well as the Horse Journal, where I am the Contributing Nutrition Editor.

All the best,

Dr. Getty

Ask the Nutritionist: Dr. Getty's Forum for Equine Nutrition

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j

Mar 22, 2006 - 9:28PM

Vaccines

Thanks for responding to my last question. But I have another. Is a rabies vaccine a needed vaccine? Should I give it to my horse? Is there a large or small chance of him getting it. He lives in a stall all day except for when he gets turned out in the indoor arena. So is a rabies vaccine needed for him. Also I was wondering if you could tell me a little about PHF vaccines.

Where are you from? Knoxville,Illinois

How did you locate this forum? Search Engine

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Mar 22nd, 2006 - 9:28 PM

d

Mar 23, 2006 - 4:45PM

Re: Vaccines

Hi Joey,

Vaccines are best discussed with your veterinarian. In many areas, rabies vaccines are required just in case your horse were to bite anyone, for example. And, if there are any animals that could carry rabies into your barn area, this would be a concern.

But, vaccines are generally recommended based on the laws in the area along with the types of diseases that are prevalent. So, your vet would be your best resource.

All the best,

Dr. Getty

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Mar 23rd, 2006 - 4:45 PM