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WNV in Kentucky Horses: First Case of 2018 Confirmed

The unvaccinated 9-year-old Quarter Horse gelding from Pendleton County is in stable condition and has a favorable prognosis for survival.
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WNV in Kentucky horses
West Nile virus is transmitted to horses via bites from infected mosquitoes. | Photo: iStock

A 9-year-old Quarter Horse gelding from Pendleton County, Kentucky, tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) on Aug. 28. This is the first confirmed case of WNV in Kentucky horses for 2018.

In a statement E.S. Rusty Ford, equine operations consultant for the Kentucky State Veterinarian’s Office, said the gelding is alive, in stable condition, and has a favorable prognosis.

Ford said the gelding presented on Aug. 23 with lower lip paresis and muscle fasciculation (twitching). During the following 48 hours, the gelding developed progressive hind-limb ataxia (incoordination) and became recumbent (unable to rise)

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Erica Larson

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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