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*********UPDATE 11.6.2026 **********

EQUINE FLU VACCINATION- IMPORTANT UPDATE
Following the recent confirmed case in Devon, all horses and ponies attending the 2026 Launceston Show MUST now be vaccinated against Equine Influenza and meet the following requirements:
• The primary course comprises the 1st vaccination (V1) followed by the 2nd vaccination (V2) at 21 – 92 days later. The first booster (V3) is given after 150 – 215 days, and subsequent boosters are given within 12 months.
• For vaccination courses started from 2024, the V1-V2 interval is 21-60 days, and V3 is given at 120-180 days.
• In-foal mares that have already had vaccinations of the primary Equine Influenza course should be vaccinated 4-6 weeks before the foal is due to be born. Foals should be vaccinated for Equine Influenza at 6 months to commence their primary course.
• As part of good biosecurity, we encourage everyone to remain vigilant by monitoring temperatures before travelling and not attending if any horse/pony has an elevated temperature or is showing signs of illness