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Q: Why are Coggins tests required
for horses to go to another state
and what do they test for?

A: The test is for a disease called
Equine Infectious Anemia which is
a contagious disease of horses that
is very serious. The disease has
almost been eradicated via the testing
program; if a horse tests positive for
it, the farm is quarantined and the
horses that are affected are euthanized.

By making sure that no affected horses
are allowed to travel, we have reduced
the incidence of the disease and made
the world a safer place for your horse.

There are many contagious diseases of
people and animals that have been
controlled by testing, and in some cases
vaccination. We do not have a vaccine
for EIA, and we rely on testing to keep
the disease out of our horse population.
Your cooperation is needed in order
to make this program work.

Be sure to consult your veterinarian regarding
transport of your horse to any other
state or country. Always obtain the
required tests and paperwork.

Regards, Kaia Naches Veterinary Service Kaia Sorem, DVM 203 Naches Ave PO BOX 1112 Naches Wa 98937

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