RC: Re: Intranasal Vaccines

[Deanna German <finishis2win@columbus.rr.com>]

One of the vets here can answer this better than I, but the last time I
checked (a few years back) the intra-nasal Strangles vaccine was far more
effective than the IM. I think it was the IM which is only 60% effective.

I've had my vet do the intra-nasal strangles on my horse along with her
annual booster shots now for 3 years without a problem. BUT, the vet does
all of the IM shots on the whole barn first, then goes back and does the
intra-nasal strangles vaccine and throughly washes his hands after
administering the intra-nasal vaccine.

Just my 2 cents. :-)

Deanna


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Keep in mind that strangles is only about 60% effective (last time I asked
anyway) and it has the potential to GIVE your horse strangles.  They
actually suffer a mild case of it which is what gives immunity.  Some can
get full blown cases.  That can put your horse out of commission for
awhile!  Also.....NEVER, EVER give the intranasal vaccine and ANY injection
for any reason at the same time....one of our clients gave the intranasals
and booster shots all in one day.  Every last yearling (22 of them) ended up
with a HUGE abcess at the site of the injection....somehow it was introduced
through the needle...whether they got in on their hands or what, I don't
know but we have been warned to never do both on the same day.  We don't do
strangles so other than the above, I am absolutely no help to you
whatsoever!  :)
Maggie
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