Orange County EHV-1: Additional Cases Confirmed
Three additional horses have tested positive for equine hepresvirus-1 (EHV-1), California animal health officials reported.
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In many horses, the only sign of EHV-1 infection is fever, which can go undetected. | Photo: Stephanie L. Church/The Horse
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has announced additional confirmed cases of equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) in horses residing an already quarantined facility in Orange County.
On April 24 the CDFA reported that a febrile horse which initially tested negative was resampled and confirmed positive for EHV-1.
“This horse has been placed in isolation on the premises,” the agency said
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Erica Larson, former news editor for The Horse, holds a degree in journalism with an external specialty in equine science from Michigan State University in East Lansing. A Massachusetts native, she grew up in the saddle and has dabbled in a variety of disciplines including foxhunting, saddle seat, and mounted games. Currently, Erica competes in eventing with her OTTB, Dorado.
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