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How Long Does it Take for Vaccines to Work?

October 23, 2018
Posted by Elizabeth Davis, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM

Find out how long it takes for a horse to be protected from disease after vaccination. Dr. Elizabeth Davis explains.

Topics: Basic Care, Diseases and Conditions, Foal Care and Problems, Horse Care, Immune System, Media, Podcasts, Vaccinations

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How Long Does it Take for Vaccines to Work?

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Find out how long it takes for a horse to be protected from disease after vaccination. Dr. Elizabeth Davis explains.

This podcast is an excerpt from our Ask TheHorse Live Q&A, “Core Vaccines Every Horse Needs.” Listen to the full recording here.

Find out how long it takes for a horse to be protected from disease after vaccination. Dr. Elizabeth Davis explains.10/23/2018 14:00

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Elizabeth Davis, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM

Elizabeth Davis, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, is a professor and section head of equine medicine and surgery at Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. She is also the Associate Dean of Clinical Programs. Her research focuses on immunology and effective vaccination strategies and clinical pharmacology.