F.A.Q.

USEF Medication Rules - What Meds Can I Administer Before a Show?

Here is the official PDF document from USEF regarding medications. This will answer questions regarding which meds are permitted and appropriate allowable doses before showing. Download the PDF document by clicking here. USEF Drugs and Medications Pamphlet.

PLEASE NOTE: USEF updates its rules periodically and the USEF website should be checked for any changes to their medication rules. You should contact your veterinarian or show official if you are uncertain about any of the rules. Follow this link to the USEF website.

Equine Normals

Temp = 99.5 - 101.5 degrees
Pulse = 32-36
Resp = 10-12 Breaths/Min

When to Call a Vet

Serious Lacerations (Wounds)
Significant Bleeding
Colic
Non-Weight Bearing Lameness
Ocular Trauma (Eye Injuries)
Neurologic Signs (head pressing, stumbling, circling, extremely weak, etc.)

Standard Vaccination Protocols

Spring:

Eastern/Western encephalomyelitis
Tetanus
Influenza/Rhinopneumonitis
West Nile Virus
Potomac Horse Fever
Rabies

Summer:

Influenza/Rhinopneumonitis

Fall:

West Nile Virus
Potomac Horse Fever
Influenza/Rhinopneumonitis

Winter:

Influenza/Rhinopneumonitis

Optional Vaccinations:

Strangles
Botulism
Equine Protozoal Myelitis

Deworming Protocols

We recommend daily deworming w/Strongid C
An alternative would be to rotate paste dewormer every 6 weeks.
Pastes you can use include Strongid, Panacur, Quest,Equimax, Eqvalan or Zimectrin
Once a year you should either double the dose w/Strongid or use a paste that includes Praziquantel (Equimax)
Please contact your veterinarian for a program customized to your individual needs.