Throughout the current equine flu
outbreak, the British Equestrian Federation (BEF) has continued
to urge equine owners to ensure that their vaccination records
are up to date.
The BEF has also strongly recommended
that all competition and event organisers check the equine ID
passports of all horses to ensure that they comply with vaccination
rules.
This is based on advice from experts
in equine influenza and epidemiology with experience of managing
previous outbreaks.
The BEF reminds organisers that,
during the current outbreak, it is vital that unvaccinated horses
do not mix with other horses because of the increased risk of
such an infectious disease spreading. It is important that organisers
and owners recognise that equine welfare is a priority and take
steps to prevent the further spread of equine flu.
There is more guidance available
on the BEF website
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