Animal health officials in Kentucky and California have reported additional cases of West Nile virus (WNV) in resident horses, bringing the states’ totals to five and six cases, respectively.

In Kentucky, Equine Programs Manager E.S. "Rusty" Ford issued a statement yesterday (Aug. 21) afternoon indicating a yearling Arabian filly from Shelby County was confirmed WNV-positive earlier that day. Ford said the owner noticed partial paralysis of the filly’s lower lip and tongue, in addition to dysphagia (difficulty swallowing).

The filly received treatment, Ford said, and as of Aug. 21 was eating, drinking, and moving around well.

The filly was reportedly vaccinated in early spring, though not documented, and did not receive a booster, Ford said. She had no previous vaccination history

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