Some vaccinations are compulsory for competing in horse competitions:?

((this is a Q on a test I was taking, can't find the answer on the net.))


Here are the multiple choice answers:





A)Rabies


B) A cold


C) A pitchfork


D) Horse Flu


E) Symic Teeth





Any help would be excellent!

Some vaccinations are compulsory for competing in horse competitions:?
In the AQHA, APHA and CEF (Canadian Horse Federation) there are specific rule books for showing your horse. In none of these associations are there specific rules that I'm aware of that you MUST have your horse vacinated with anything! To cross the boarder they have certain requirements for shots, and many stable owners have personal rules, but I have not seen it at an Open or Breed show.


Many people choose to vacinate with 5 way (Tetnus, Eastern and Western enciphilygitis, influenze and rhino) as their horses are at risk from contagious diseases being stabled and shown near many other horses, but it is personal choice. I also do West Nile as there is a risk of it where I live.


If I was to answer your question above I can tell you that A) I've never ever met anyone who vacinated their horse for rabies, although I expect it would be a good idea if your horse was at risk of being exposed by wildlife, and it was prevelent in your area B)a cold can't be the answer as there is no vacination for colds, even for people 3)can't be a pitchfork D)horse flu, I guess they mean influenza and that is one of the recomended ones for show horses although I know it has never been cumpulsary or even asked about at any Open or Breed show I've attended and E) what the heck is symic teeth? I'd guess a trick question. So the only answer could be D.


Next, how often do you need to clip your horse? Clip them for what? My show horses get clipped just before each show, I clip them about 4 days before so there is time for any track marks to grow back in. I clip faces, fetlocks, bridle paths and partial ears (I don't totally scoop out ears, just tidy up the inside and outside). In the time between shows I allow everything to grow back in. My every-day trail riding horses get clipped a time or two a year, just so they look neat and tidy, and so its easy to put on their halter/bridle and so their legs don't pick up alot of extra mud and lower the chance of grease heel/scratchs.


Lastly, you are supposed to respect highway codes, and vehicle drivers are supposed to treat you as they would any other vehicle, which means passing you only when safe and allowing you the right of way at stop signs, etc as appropriate. On the other hand, since many vehicle owners do not do this, I am very careful when riding near traffic as it will be my horse and I that lose if we ever have problems!


Good luck.
Reply:Well, I only show minis and for that you just need a Health Certificate not any shots so???
Reply:A)Rabies rabies are the only one of those choses neissary plus a negative coggins








ummmm once a week when competing





and yes you must respect highway codes
Reply:compotion horses need there raibies, rinonuminitis, east/west esephamenalightes, intra nasel flu vacc. , ect.


If you are traveling out of state, a coggins
Reply:I think it's either A or D





I never clip my horse. when i use to show i would trim his ears but i never shaved them completely. It isn't nice to do that they need that fur in their ears to help keep the bugs out i only clip if i am horse showing other than that never.





Yes you do have to follow the highway codes
Reply:Whether or not your horse needs certain vaccinations, such as those for rabies, encephalitis ( I don't know why, but it seems that no one here is able to spell that word, and most of the weird attempts at it make absolutely no sense at all) the flu, or any other disease depends to a large extent on where you live and on how much traveling and competing you will be doing. There are special rules that have to be followed if you compete on the international levels in some sports, such as dressage, show jumping, and eventing, but this is not true for all of them. You need to ask your vet what is appropriate for your particular area and for your horse. Tell the vet what your competitive plans and schedule are, and ask him or her for recommendations. I DO know that ALL of the major shows and events require proof of a negative Coggins test within the current year- this is usually mandatory, for the safety of your horse and the other competitors' horses. There is also an FEI rule which requires all horses shown at that level to have an official passport and health inspection card, regardless of what country they come from. Other than this, though, I don't know enough about where you live and what your plans are, so I can't say yes or no to anything.





As far as clipping goes, that depends on what type of showing you're doing, and how often you do it. It also depends to a large extent on where you live, as well as on your personal preferences. Generally, I don't clip my mare's ears in the winter- she needs the hair in them to keep them warm. In the summer, I only clip right before a show, and I try to make sure that I leave at least a little bit of the hair in them for protection from the flies. Nature meant horses to have fuzzy ears for a reason, and when we clip the hair out or off, we are interfering with this. I don't ever body clip, because our horses live outside year round- and they need their winter coats for warmth.





You asked about riding on the highways- yes, you DO need to respect the rules of the road, and stay off the main thoroughfares if you are riding. You also need to wear light or reflective clothing if you ride out after dark or in poor lighting conditions ( such as in heavy fog or in snow) and you need to remember to WALK your horse on paved or concrete roads. This is for your own and your horse's safety- horses can slip and fall on asphalt, especially if they are shod, when going any faster than this. In addition, make sure that you ride facing traffic, just as you would on a bicycle, and that you wear a helmet. Finally, you need to be aware of, and obey, your state's traffic laws and regulations when you ride. Horses which are being ridden or are pulling a vehicle are considered to be pedestrians in most states, and motorists are REQUIRED to yield the right of way to them and slow down. Spooking a ridden horse or stampeding livestock are serious offenses in most places, as is blowing one's horn at a ridden horse. If you are out riding and a motorist does this, PLEASE, report it to the authorities !! Get the license number or tag number of the vehicle, and give the dispatcher a description of it. These types of things are only rarely reported by people who experience them, and they really should be, because this kind of behavior can cause a serious accident in which someone can get hurt or even die. The only real way to stop motorists from doing this is for the people who are honked at to report the offense when and where it happens, every time it happens. The police KNOW that honking one's horn at a ridden horse is a traffic offense- they aren't stupid. It's just that horsepeople need to be more proactive, and report these things as they happen. If everyone did, we would all be a LOT better off- to say nothing of being much safer. This brings up another point- make sure that someone always knows where you are going if you ride out, and that you carry and know how to use a cell phone. You may not think you will ever need it, but the first time there is an accident or something happens, you will be eternally grateful to have it. Hope this helps !!
Reply:D. Horse Flu


Usually combined vaccine with Eastern Western and Flu/Rhino


I show and the only vaccine ever required is the above.





Your horse NEVER has to be clipped but can be if you want him to be.





Yes you need to respect highway codes, unfortunately I think this is true in most states.