Which vaccines are commonly given to horses?

• A. Flu and tetanus
• B. Rabies and distemper
• C. Strangles and influenza
• D. Tetanus and colic vaccine

Answer: (A)

Horses are commonly vaccinated against diseases that are widespread and potentially life‑threatening. Equine influenza is highly contagious and spreads quickly in stables and during travel, so vaccination helps reduce both the spread and the severity of illness. Tetanus, on the other hand, comes from bacteria in the soil and can enter through even small wounds; it can be fatal if it develops, so the tetanus vaccine is routinely given as a safety measure for almost all horses.

Other options include diseases that aren’t universally vaccinated for in all regions, such as rabies or strangles, or conditions like colic for which there isn’t a standard vaccine. That’s why the combination of influenza and tetanus is the most representative of the vaccines commonly given to horses.