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Horse vaccinations — schedule, types and rules
Which vaccinations does a horse need? Influenza, tetanus, rhinopneumonia and West Nile. Schedules and KNHS rules at a glance.
Published: 5/4/2026
EquiSight Editorial
Redactie · EquiSight · SaFleu Equestrian Centre BV
Influenza
First series of 3 vaccinations (week 0, 4, 6 months), then annually. Mandatory for KNHS competitions and vaccinated no more than 6 months ago.
Tetanus
First series of 2 (week 0 and 4 weeks), then every 2–3 years. Strongly recommended for every horse.
Rhinopneumonia (EHV-1/4)
Especially in stables with many horses and in pregnant mares. Every 6 months.
West Nile virus
Recommended in high-risk areas. Annually, before mosquito season.