Camelid Vaccination Protocol
David E Anderson, D.V.M., MS, Diplomate ACVS
College of Veterinary Medicine
The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
The following vaccination protocol is our recommendation for disease protection. Vaccination protocols must be tailored to the individual farm with consideration for historical diseases in the herd.
| Category | Age | Vaccine |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-weaning | 2 to 3 days old | Clostridium C & D (usually also contains tetanus) |
| 2 to 3 weeks old | Repeat C & D | |
| Weaning | 4 to 6 months old | Clostridium 7 or 8 way |
| Yearlings | 12 months old | Clostridium 7 or 8 way |
| Pre-Breeding | 18 to 24 months | Clostridium 7 or 8 way |
| Annual Vaccinations for Adults | Choose one of the following: Pre-Breeding or 60 days before Birthing |
Clostridium 7 or 8 way Clostridium C & D |
| Optional Vaccinations | |
|---|---|
| Rabies (IMRAB 3) |
Initial Vaccination 2 ml - 2 doses 30 days apart |
| Annual Vaccination 2 ml - 1 dose |
|
| Leptospira | Probably protective only if given 3 to 4 times per year Only breeders, and only if documented as endemic problem on farm or in area. |
| Equine Rhinovirus and Influenza | Only if commingled or exposed to horses |
| E. coli Vaccination | Only if diarrhea problems documented in young crias |
Work with your local veterinarian - They will know what diseases are problematic in your area.
| Emergencies | Address | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| (614) 292-3551 | 601 Vernon L. Tharp Street Columbus, OH 43210 |
Companion animal | (614) 292-3551 |
| Farm animal & Equine | (614) 292-6661 |
| Address | Phone |
|---|---|
| 1900 Coffey Road Columbus, OH 43210 |
(614) 292-1171 |
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