The CAHSS Equine Network brings together stakeholders from across disciplines and across the country to advance disease surveillance for Canada’s equine population. An effective equine surveillance system is essential to protect the health and well-being of horses and humans, safeguard the viability of the Canadian herd, ensure movement of horses and continuance of trade, and enhance the prosperity of the Canadian equine industry.
HWAC board members are part the Equine Network.
Follow this link to the CAHSS equine network page where you will find the following information and more.
- Common problems in horses … do you need antibiotics?
Infographic that discusses the importance about being wise with antibiotic use in horses to prevent antibiotic resistance. Common problems include runny noses and coughs, and most common problems do not need antibiotics. - Snotty noses in horses… do you need antibiotics?
Infographic that discusses the importance about being wise with antibiotic use in horses to prevent antibiotic resistance. Nasal discharge and coughing (aka “the snots”) are commonly seen in horses. Antibiotics do not speed recovery in most cases, and should never be used unless your veterinarian examines the horse and prescribes them. - Minor wounds in horses… do you need antibiotics
Infographic that discusses the importance about being wise with antibiotic use in horses to prevent antibiotic resistance. Superficial skin wounds or scrapes do not need antibiotic treatment. There is information on when a horse owner should contact a veterinarian, and information on what the veterinarian may assist the horse owner with. - Protecting your horse from equine infectious anemia (EIA)
Infographic that provides information for horse owners on how to protect their horses from equine infectious anemia. As there is no vaccine or treatment for EIA, the best way to protect horses is through regular testing and strict biosecurity measures.