Zoetis has announced that its Equip EHV 1,4 vaccine is now available and that it has made arrangements to supply an alternative rotavirus vaccine when Equip Rotavirus goes out of stock later this month.

Equip EHV 1,4 is licensed for the active immunisation of horses to reduce clinical signs due to infection with Equine Herpesvirus 1 and 4 and to reduce abortion caused by EHV-1 infection.

Zoetis says it has already communicated directly with veterinary surgeons to inform them that Equip Rotavirus will be out of stock from the end of November 2017 until mid-2018.

During this time an imported vaccine for Rotavirus, will be available to provide an interim solution until supply is restored.

Practices wanting to buy the alternative imported Rotavirus vaccine will need to apply to the VMD for a Special Treatment Certificate (STC).

The company says it acknowledges the concern and frustration this causes its customers and wants to reassure the equine community that it is working diligently to restore the supply of Equip Rotavirus as soon as possible.

For more information, contact your Zoetis account manager or Zoetis technical team.

PS: Whilst you're here, take a moment to see our latest job opportunities for vet nurses.