Vaccinations & Biosecurity with Dr. Duane Chappell from Merck Animal Health

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Duane Chappell with Merck Animal Health as he shares insights and advice for managing risk of infectious disease by establishing solid systems for vaccination and biosecurity at your training facility. Join us as we dive into a wide variety of equine health topics, including: Understanding different types of vaccinations and when to administer each Vaccination schedules for foals and mature horses Establishing biosecurity routines at your training facility Best practices for disinfecting bits, tack, pens and other areas around your training facility And much more! About Dr. Chappell Dr. Duane Chappell has spent his career improving the health of horses through his work in the field, in the classroom and on research projects. He joined the Merck Animal Health Equine Veterinary Professional Services team in 2014 and currently serves as Associate Director, Equine Pharmacovigilance and Professional Services.Before joining Merck Animal Health, Dr. Chappell practiced at mixed animal clinics in the Midwest. He owned and managed solo and group practices and was the resident veterinarian at a Quarter Horse breeding farm. He also served as research monitor, participant and leader in trials involving Rhodococcus equi, equine influenza, exercise cytokines and plasma antibodies while in practice and academia. Episode Resources: Get Vaccinating Right: https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/species/equine/get-vaccinating-right Foal Vaccinations: https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/species/equine/foal-mare-care/foal-care-overview/foal-care-vaccinations To learn more about Merck Animal Health, visit: https://philhaugenhorsemanship.com/sponsors

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