Coggins Testing

Service Description

A Coggins test is a simple blood test that is used to help prevent the spread of Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA). It is sent to the laboratory for analysis. Equine Infectious Anemia is viral disease that can be deadly. Unfortunately, there is no vaccine or cure for it and if positive, it has to be reported to the state veterinarian. If a patient survives the disease, they will always carry it and may become sick again if they are stressed. Some horses may be carriers, never getting sick themselves. Because some horses seem to carry the disease without showing symptoms, the best prevention is to test for it. Anytime you purchase a new horse or introduce a new horse into your herd, you should test the horse. It is also important for horses that travel frequently to be tested regularly which is once a year. Many shows and other places where horses travel require that all horses be tested to prevent the spread of this deadly disease. Foals need to be tested beginning at 6mo of age.

Cancellation Policy

When booking, an estimate can be provided to you detailing all services needed (if not shown on the website) or by request via email. An estimate is optional, however, highly recommended when being transparent with what to expect financially. Once an estimate is received, you will need to approve or decline services via email or text. Booking is strictly based on availability and the nature of the visit. At this time, no deposit is required to book an appointment, however a non-fundable/non-transferable travel fee will be incurred if an appointment is missed or cancelled without proper notice. You will NOT be able to book another appointment until the fee is PAID IN FULL. Please see cancellation/rescheduling policy.

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